Almost every year at the beginning of March Madness will ask, “What is a Saluki?” The Saluki is the mascot at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and the Dawgs, as they are affectionately known, are usually a contender for the NCAA basketball tournament each March. Which always leads someone, somewhere to ask, “What is a […]
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Unless you’re well versed in rabid dogs or familiar with the mascot at Southern Illinois University, you don’t know about the Saluki, one of the oldest dog breeds around. Although these ancient dogs are associated with Egyptian royalty and Bedouin nomadism, the sharp-edged, noble Salukis make us modern pets. Around the country there are salukis […]
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Mutt owners, rejoice! Now you can have an answer when people ask you “What kind of dog is that?” The Canine Heritage ™ Breed Test from MMI Genomics can analyze a sample of your dog’s DNA with state-of-the-art technology to tell your dog’s heritage. A quick and easy test kit can be purchased from their […]
Also known as the Mudhol Hound, Mudhol Dog, Karwani, Lahori Pashmi, Pashmi, and the Pisuri Hound, the Caravan Hound is an energetic and loyal breed. But how do you know whether you are ready to purchase a pet and if this breed is right for you? This information is absolutely necessary in making the decision […]
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Many dogs do what they sell as the oldest or purest breed of dog in the world. But they have no knowledge to withdraw their patronage. Part of the National Human Genome Research Institute the Dog Genome Project was among many other things to discover; which are the oldest breeds of dogs. But not one […]
In a college town like Carbondale, arguing about pizza is a lot like politics and religion in some circles. It’s just not a good idea. But the reality is Carbondale does have several very good pizza places and some that are just not cutting it. The problem is, the best ones, are often a little […]