July 14, 2011
Humans and animals have interacted together for thousands of
years. From the very first people who decided to domesticate the
dog, to the present day "pioneers" that choose to keep goats and
pigs in their houses, animals have played huge roles in the lives
of many people. While early civilization saw them as mainly a food
and fiber source or a hunting tool, moder... (Read More)
July 07, 2011
Cancer is a debilitating disease
affecting millions of Americans daily. The same is true for
animals, as approximately 50 percent of all dogs over the age of 10
will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. Being aware of the
possibility of cancer in your canine and having your veterinarian
perform regular checkups can help to ensure that you are doing the
best fo... (Read More)
June 30, 2011
Shoo fly, don't bother me! Summer time is prime time for
increased numbers of various types of flies that can irritate your
horse and you. Put away that fly swatter because there are
better measures that can be taken to limit the number of flies.
"Stable flies, horse flies, black flies, deer flies, sand flies
and biting midge flies --- so many flies... (Read More)
June 23, 2011
Looking for a pet that does not need
to be housebroken, groomed or trained? How about a flock of
them?
If so,
consider making the front or back yard a haven for wild
birds. With very little effort, one can enjoy the sights and
sounds of these feathered friends all year long.
The best way to attract birds to a
yard is by providing plenty o... (Read More)
June 16, 2011
Horse care can be quite complex. The
purchase of a horse alone can be costly enough, but horses have
certain requirements that need to be met that generally far
outweigh the cost of the horse itself. One important facet of horse
care, in addition to proper nutrition and regular veterinary care,
is the maintenance of the hooves, a science that is usually
performe... (Read More)
June 09, 2011
The welfare of
animals is very important in American society, and American
families own more pets today than ever before. According to the
2011-2012 American Pets Products Association National Pet Owners
Survey, 62 percent of American households own a pet, which equates
to 72.9 million homes. Unfortunately, of those pets there are
hundreds of new animal hoarding... (Read More)