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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Enjoying Thanksgiving with your pet Enjoying Thanksgiving with your petThe Animal Shelter has published these safety tips regarding treating your pet to a few nibbles of your Thanksgiving leftovers. -- Gobble Gobble - Talkin' Turkey. Giving your pet a small Dog Bites Dog Bites If I am bitten how should I care for a dog bite? * Always wash the dog bite with soap and warm water, try to get any dirt, saliva, or any other particles washed out of your wound. * Apply pressure with a clean cloth or towel to the dog bite to stop any bleeding, if the bleeding does not stop within 15 minutes you should proceed to a doctors office or emergency room. Dogs and the Law - Breed Bans Dogs and the Law - Breed Bans Breed bans are laws that have been created in recent years in response to actual or even perceived threats by certain breeds of dogs. The majority of these laws specifically target Pit Bull, or Pit Bull like breeds. Doberman pinschers, Rottwielers, German Shepherds, and Mastiffs have also been Spay and Neuter your pets Spay and Neuter your pets Spay and Neuter your pets Spaying and neutering is arguably the biggest single issue in domestic animal welfare. The vast majority of animal rescue groups and shelters have placed an emphasis on educating |
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Tosa KenTosa KenAlternative Names: Tosa, Tosa inu Country of Origin: Japan History: The Tosa Ken was only developed after Commodore Perry traveled to Japan in 1854, opening trade between Japan and Western countries. Japanese breeders bred foreign dogs, such as bulldogs, mastiffs, Great Danes, and German pointers with native breeds, such as the indigenous Shikoku, to create the canine equivalent of a sumo wrestler. The dogs were and continue to be used in ceremonial dog fighting. The breed came close to extinction after WW II but was revitalized by fanciers. Physical Description: The Tosa ken is a large, powerful, muscular dog that is longer than it is tall. It has a large, boxy head; pendulous lips; and a prominent dewlap. The head wrinkles when the dog is alert. The skull is broad and the muzzle is broad and blunt with powerful jaws. The nose is black and there may be black on the pink tongue. The high-set, medium size ears are drip and the eyes are small, almond shaped, and brown. The natural tail is long and tapered. The short, thick coat is any solid color, brindle, black with markings, or pied. All red dogs are preferred. There may be a black mask and white on the chest and feet. Height: 21.75 to 23.5 inches Weight: 90 to 240 pounds Temperament: This is a quiet, reserved dog that is affectionate and friendly with family and aloof with strangers. It may be dog aggressive. It is devoted to its owner and highly trainable. Activity Level: High Best Owner: The Tosa ken does best with a dog experienced owner in a suburban or rural home. It is fine with children if supervised but only does well with animals with which it is raised. Special Needs: Attention, socialization, training Possible Health Concerns: Bloat, eye problems, hip and elbow dysplasia Share this article on Tosa Ken with friends. 
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