Did you know that some of the main causes of diabetes in canines like the German Shepherd may include genetics, poor diet, lack of exercise or poor health in general. Canine diabetes has been known to affect dogs of any breed, age and sex. You can make an appointment with your vet to find outContinue reading “Causes of Diabetes in Dogs Like German Shepherds”
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Feline temperament basics
You have been thinking about bringing a cat into your family and you’ve been looking at all the different furry friends that are out there. You know that different cats will have different personalities and you will need a pet that will fit into your household. What should you know about feline temperaments? There areContinue reading “Feline temperament basics”
What to Feed your Algerian Hedgehog
If you’re going to purchase or adopt an Algerian hedgehog make sure you talk with your vet or pet store associate ahead of time to find out what hedgehogs eat. It’s a good idea to have food and habitat ready before bringing your new pet home. Typically, Algerian hedgehogs eat a diet of quality protein,Continue reading “What to Feed your Algerian Hedgehog”
Why Iguanas Sometimes Develop Mouth Rot
Iguanas and other reptiles can get illnesses for different reasons. One illness that is common in reptiles, however, is mouth rot or necrotic stomatitis. Mouth rot is an inflammation of the mouth or oral cavity. It may appear as small hemorrhages on the gums or as large amounts of mucus in the mouth. It canContinue reading “Why Iguanas Sometimes Develop Mouth Rot”
Do Flea Collars Actually Work?
That’s a pretty big question and it’s a very common questions. It’s a big question because in the past flea collars didn’t have the best of reputations. They weren’t very protective and if they were they didn’t last long. However, flea collars have come a long way and here’s what you need to know. IfContinue reading “Do Flea Collars Actually Work?”
Conjunctivitis in Dogs
Are you familiar with conjunctivitis? Perhaps you know it better as pink eye. Did you know that pink eye doesn’t just happen to people? Conjunctivitis or pink eye can also happen to dogs. Conjunctivitis can be bacterial, viral or an allergic reaction referred to as red eye or pink eye. If you believe your BeagleContinue reading “Conjunctivitis in Dogs”
Mini Donkeys as Guardians
If you have small livestock such as mini goats, mini sheep or even regular sized goats and sheep then you may want to consider a guardian for their pasture. Sheep and goats tend to be the main prey for large predators like wolves or coyotes. Having a guardian in the pasture with the sheep andContinue reading “Mini Donkeys as Guardians”
Harvesting your Chickens
Did you know that chickens like the Barred chicken are great for laying eggs and for harvesting for meat? This particular chicken tends to live quite a while so egg production could last for some time. However, if your flock of hens isn’t laying eggs anymore then you may want to choose to rotate newerContinue reading “Harvesting your Chickens”
Is your cat eating the right food?
Your cat is a big part of your life and you want to make sure you are able to offer her everything she needs to enjoy her time in your care. In order to do this, she will need to be as healthy as she can be. This makes you wonder – is she eatingContinue reading “Is your cat eating the right food?”
How to Determine Your Guinea Pig’s Show Class
Are you stepping out and stepping up to the plate when it comes to showing your guinea pig? That’s awesome! Here are some tips to help you out. First, make sure your guinea pig or cavy as they are often called is registered with the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA), which is also the cavyContinue reading “How to Determine Your Guinea Pig’s Show Class”
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