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Breed: Australian ScorpionsTemperament: varies according to speciesCost: $40-$70 (around $140+ for full set-up)Lifespan: 2+ yearsRecommended for: anyone 12+Maintenance: low In Australia there are thought to be more than 100 species of scorpion and although they can be found in a...

We filmed this segment in Hilltop, south of Sydney with Scottish Fold breeder Bradley Curtis (02) 4889 8538. For breeders in your state contact your respective Feline Association. NSW VIC The New South WalesCat...

A few diseases are known to affect them. One is Von Willebrand's disease, a blood-clotting disorder. This can be detected by DNA testing, which can reveal if the dog is disease-free, afflicted or a carrier. ...

Breed: Sealyham TerrierTemperament: lively, exuberantCost: $600Lifespan: 12-14 yearsMaintenance: highRecommended for: families Terriers are terriers the world over: lively, people-loving, feisty, and always great company. Distinguishing them, then, is down to appearance, like the smartly-clipped Scottie or the sleek Jack Russell,...

Breed: Selkirk cats Temperament: placid, love companionship Cost: $300 (pet) $500 (show)Lifespan: up to 15 years Maintenance: low (shorthair) medium (longhair)Recommended for: anyone...

Shar-Pei Breed: Shar-PeiTemperament: territorial and dominantCost: $800 - $1500Lifespan: 10 -12 years Maintenance: lowRecommended for: experienced dog...

Breed: Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie)Temperament: intelligent, alert, easy goingCost: $600-$800Lifespan: 12-16 yearsMaintenance: mediumRecommended for: elderly, dog sport enthusiasts, small yards HistoryThe Shetland Islands, for...

Breed: Shih Tzu (pronounced sheed zoo)Temperament: devoted, spiritedMaintenance: highLifespan: 12-14 yearsCost: $400 - $1000Recommended for: older families, apartments HistoryThe name Shih Tzu is a Chinese word meaning 'lion', but the origin of this breed is most probably Tibetan....

Breed: Shire HorseTemperament: docileCost: $5000-$8000Lifespan: 20 years+Recommended for: hobby farmers, enthusiasts History:The exact history of the Shire horse is sketchy. Names associated with the breed include the Great Horse, English War Horse, English Cart Horse and Large Black English...

Siamese Fighting Fish   Breed: Siamese Fighting Fish Temperament: placid when alone, aggressive towards other males Cost: $4-$18 Lifespan: average 2 years Maintenance: low Recommended for: anyone, those with little spare time...