Pets

May 2013

Tennyson Times are holding our first ever Cutest Pet Competition. The following entries have been sent in from all over the World:

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Entries for Pet Competition

Decision of Winner to be Continued…..

April 2013

Hi Everyone,

THE BOSS LADY

I am excited to have our first Pet Advice column launched in the popular Tennyson Times.

Bobby

Over the next few weeks we will be discussing important areas of pet care such as your pets diet, exercise routines and training.
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This week our feature dog is the Scottish Terrier.

Nicknames

Scottie, Aberdeenie

Country of origin

Scotland

Traits
Weight	Male	8.5–10 kg (19–22 lb)
	Female	8–9.5 kg (18–21 lb)
Height	Male	25 cm (9.8 in)
	Female	25 cm (9.8 in)
Coat	double (hard wiry & soft under coat)
Color	Black, Brindle, Wheaten
Litter size	1-6
Life span	11 to 13 years

The Scottish Terrier (also known as the Aberdeen Terrier), popularly called the Scottie, is a breed of dog. Initially one of the highland breeds of Terrier that were grouped under the name of Skye Terrier, it is one of five breeds of terrier that originated in Scotland, the other four being the modern Skye, Cairn, Dandie Dinmont, and West Highland White Terrier. They are an independent and rugged breed with a wiry outer coat and a soft dense undercoat.

They are a small breed of Terrier with a distinctive shape and have had many roles in popular culture.Described as a territorial, feisty dog, they can make a good watchdog and tend to be very loyal to their family.

History

Although black is the most traditional colour for a Scottie, wheaten Scotties can also be found, as shown in this picture of a Scottie puppy.s such as parasites and mange.^[21] Scotties typically live from 11 to 13 years.^[22]

Famous Scotties and popular culture

Barney, the Scottish Terrier belonging to former President George W. Bush, on the presidential stand.

2 Comments to “Pets”

vinny hill // March 12, 2013 at 1:32 am // Log in to Reply

Hi Pet advice,

I have an overweight dog, can you please help,

Thanks,

Concerned owner
T Fizz // March 13, 2013 at 1:08 am // Log in to Reply

Hi,
Thank you for a very informative
Post.
My dog eats everything she is a Hunterway x lab
and stays skinny is she supposed to be like this?
It often concerns me but she seems happy as larry.