Two hundred years ago, North American researchers began the practice of placing leg bands on wild birds in order to keep track of their habits. This practice was continued with imported birds by the United States Department of Agriculture to help avoid outbreaks of diseases. After an outbreak of psittacosis, restrictions were set on bird […]
At some point in a dog’s life, wearing a muzzle may be necessary – at the vet’s or groomer’s, public areas. Some communities have made it a law to muzzle your dog in public. There are a number of different types of muzzles to choose from depending on what it will be used for, your […]
The U.S. Federal Drug Administration continues to caution dog owners about chicken jerky products. They can be sold as chicken tenders, strips or treats. The FDA reports that in the last 12 months, there has been an increase in reports of dog illnesses associated with chicken jerky products from China. Consumers feeding their dogs chicken […]
