The Winter White Russian Dwarf Hamster is 3/5-4 inches long. Life span if 1 1/2-2 years. Color is dark grey with a black stripe on its back. In winter the fur sometimes changes to white. Although they are nocturnal, they can sometimes be active daytime for short periods. These hamsters can do well when raised […]
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 […]
In our article, Feral Horse and Burro Roundups, we mention research and experimentation with contraception in wild horses and burros. The EPA, Environmental Protection Agency, as of February, 2013, has approved the use of the immunocontraceptive vaccine, GonaCon for use. The vaccine was developed by scientists working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services’ […]
