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The aging profile of dogs varies according to their adult size (often determined by their breed): smaller breeds have an average lifespan of 10–15 years, with some even exceeding 18 years in age; medium breeds typically live for 10 to 13 years; and giant dog breeds have the lowest minimum lifespan, with an overall average of 8 to 13 years ...
The Whippet is a British breed of medium-sized dog of the sighthound type, related to the larger Greyhound and the smaller Italian Greyhound.Aside from size differences, the Whippet closely resembles these two breeds and is sometimes referred to as the "miniature Greyhound" or, colloquially, as "the poor man's racehorse."
It is closely related to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, Whippet and Otterhound. It is described as a very versatile yet contradictory dog. They have powerful swimming skills, comparable to those of water dogs such as the Newfoundland, and are noted for being very quick and having high endurance. They love snow, and can achieve a Husky-like turn of ...
This is the list of world records progression in women's weightlifting. Records are maintained in each weight class for the snatch lift, clean and jerk lift, and the total for both lifts. The International Weightlifting Federation restructured its weight classes in 2018, nullifying earlier records.
The main variations in coat colour/type An example of a female Patterdale Terrier at the Rhu Dog show depicting a much lighter variation in coat colour. The coat may be one of three types: "smooth," "broken," or "rough." Smooth coat: Short, glossy hair. Undercoat still usually present. Broken coat: Coarse.
Eventually she got some more outside help from a physiotherapist and soon her weight dropped to 500 pounds (230 kg), a total weight loss of 553 pounds (251 kg). Bradford persisted with her weight-loss plan [ 5 ] and eventually reduced her weight to 283 pounds (128 kg), claiming a total weight loss of 917 pounds (416 kg). [ 6 ]
The Pointer, sometimes called the English Pointer, is a medium-sized breed of pointing dog developed in England.Pointers are used to find game for hunters, and are considered by gundog enthusiasts to be one of the finest breeds of its type; however, unlike most other hunting breeds, its purpose is to point, not retrieve game.
The term "Freshman 15" is an expression commonly used in the United States and Canada to refer to weight gain during a student's first year in college.Although the 15 refers to a 15 lb. (6.8 kg) weight gain, the expression can apply to weight gain in general.