Pigs can be prone to dry skin, particularly in arid environments. Lack of humidity, especially for pigs who live indoors, can cause itchy, flaking skin. Other causes contributing to dry skin could be skin parasites or diets lacking essential vitamins and minerals. Coat texture can change with the seasons and often, skin will be drier […]
While horses can suffer from colic at any time of year, a change to a winter diet can be a major factor. Little or no pasture is available for grazing in winter. Diet changes should start to be considered in the fall when grass begins its dormant period. Hay proteins, sugar and starch are digested […]
Ferrets are susceptible to flu and what’s more, they can catch the flu from humans. They can also pass the flu on to humans. Ferrets are vulnerable to most strains including A and B flu types. Symptoms to look for: thick clear discharge from nose and eyes, sneezing, conjunctivitis, loss of appetite, weakness, fever. Just […]
