Just as dogs do, cats pant to cool down their bodies and regulate temperature. Dogs are usually relaxed when panting, but sometimes cats will appear stressed. They will crouch down, bend their elbows, keep the head low and stretch out their necks. Your cat will probably pant more on extremely hot days. But it’s a […]
Botulism is a bacterial toxin that can be fatal to horses. It is potent and can cause rapid illness and death if not diagnosed soon. While there are several types, Type B is the most common found in horses. It is caused by a bacteria that lives in soil, the Clostridium botulinum. Horses who ingest […]
The medical term for Dippity Pig Syndrome is Erythema Multiforme. It means a reddening of the skin, generally in patches and occurs in pot bellied pigs and usually affects pigs under 2 years of age. Dippity Pig Syndrome occurs suddenly. The name refers to the way the pig seems to dip his/her back to ease […]
