Behind the Breed: Norwegian Elkhound
This confident, friendly breed was bred to withstand cold weather and to hunt or work for days at a time.Continue Reading
Author: Andrea Merrill
My name is Andrea Merrill and I created Animals of the Pacific Northwest, where I write about animals of all kinds
Declawing Cats: Worse Than A Manicure
Anyone with a cat can tell you about how annoying and painful their claws can be at times. For someContinue Reading
Behind the Breed: Shiba Inu
The Shiba Inu is a rather iconic dog, especially in their native Japan where they are still an incredibly popularContinue Reading
Wildlife Corridors and Crossings
For centuries, urban development has created literal barriers to important ecosystems and segmented habitats for wildlife. This is particularly trueContinue Reading
Behind the Breed: Doberman Pinscher
Doberman Pinchers, also known as Dobies, are fearless, loyal working dogs with sleek, muscular appearances. With a history in Germany,Continue Reading
Elk of the Pacific Northwest
Elk are one of the largest species in the deer family; they are currently native to North America and easternContinue Reading
Behind the Breed: Italian Greyhounds
Greyhounds are an iconic breed known for their fast speeds and slender builds. But did you know there is anotherContinue Reading
Working Dogs: What Jobs Do Dogs Have?
Dogs are incredible animals and with thousands of years of selective breeding behind them, dogs today often have traits andContinue Reading
Behind the Breed: Welsh and English Springer Spaniels
As two of the 15 different spaniel breeds that the American Kennel Club recognizes, the Welsh and English Springer SpanielsContinue Reading
Sea Otters.
Sea otters can be found along the coastal areas of the North Pacific Ocean and range from the shores ofContinue Reading