Purebred

Should You Spay and Neuter Your Pets? How many offspring are cats able to have in one year? Cats are able to have three litters a year and with possibly 4 to 6 kittens per litter (Burke Connie). I know that might not sound like a lot, but theoretically a cat and her offspring are able to produce an outstanding 420,000 cats in seven years (Burke Connie). Most people have seen stray cats and dogs running around which causes an overpopulation of unwanted pets. Most of them will be euthanized and…

patellar luxation and elbow dysplasia. 6. Siberian Husky This medium-sized mutt is popular for its abilities as a sled and racing dog. It is also relatively healthier compared to other breeds of the same size. It has an average lifespan of 12 years. Purebred dogs are generally regarded as healthier. The problem with inbreeding is that it increases the likelihood of inbred dogs to inherit undesirable traits and health conditions. Health conditions such as hip dysplasia and patella luxation…

type has the more robust build. The modern, sport horse type is finer-boned. Due to the strict breeding regulations of this breed there are less then 100 approved breeding stallions in the world and approximately 20 here in North America. Therefore purebred Friesians are considered somewhat of a rarity here. Due to a strict process of selection over the centuries, these are also the movement characteristics that are deeply embedded in the genetics of the Friesian breed. This also applies to the…

The overpopulation of the dog supply is even negatively affecting the dogs themselves. A novelist named Douglas Anthony Cooper predicts that “next year, 4 million dogs and cats will be killed in shelters” (Cooper). Sometimes there are even cats at puppy mills as part of the business, however the focus is still on the dogs and unfortunately the shelters have to put the dogs down when there is no room for them because of the overpopulating supply. Robyn F. Katz emphasizes “at that time, the dogs…

Introduction When looking for a new dog, people find themselves asking questions like “what’s the difference between adopting and buying a dog”, “what’s the difference between adopting and fostering a dog”, etc. Often, they’ll just settle for the easiest option, buying a dog, without realizing the horrifying practices they’re supporting by buying from a pet store or breeder. Its situations like this that make it extremely important to look at all the options available to you. “Honestly, you…

may come from a long line of professionals, but excellent breeding can only go so far. Dogs need ongoing training in order to really hone their craft. It’s also a myth that you’ll have a proper retriever as a puppy. Just because you’ve bought a purebred Gold retriever puppy doesn’t mean he is going to be able to retrieve right off the get go. Training your retriever begins at…

depressing sensnory. There was a chill to the room as the dominite orma consisted of puppy urine. I walked down the first isle as dogs began to bark as I passed by. I then approached a cage with a dog by the name of “Bandit”. Bandit was a sharp and slim purebred…

The breed is German in origin and dates back to the seventeenth century. The name is derived from the German Affe (ape, monkey). The breed predates and is ancestral to the Griffon Bruxellois (Brussels Griffon) and Miniature Schnauzer. The Affenpinscher, also known as the Monkey Terrier, is a terrier-like toy breed of dog. They are hypoallergenic. Their life span 12-14 years. Their mass varry from 2.9 to 6 kg as adults. Their height varry from 23-30 cm. Affenpinscher's are playful, fun-loving,…

Diversity, life, and the ability to do a cartwheel are some of the aspects of myself that I will contribute to FASP as a future scholar. Let's go in order. Diversity has become widespread where almost no one is a purebred - except me. Both my parents were born in Lebanon and are both full, pure Lebanese which (if we do the math) means I am also. In having parents that are the prideful Lebo's they are each child knows the traditional step line dance – dabke - and speak fluent Arabic. Among other…

Change, a single word that can strike a bit of fear in others. The question of the day is “Is fear good or bad?” there are many experiences with change and as humans we don’t like it. There are three pieces of literature and art that show change, they will be used to show how change is not as bad of a thing that people make it out to be. In the article “Life After People” by Dolores Vasquez he depicts a world where all human life has disappeared. In this human-less world all animals (dogs,…