During World War II, a British woman named Maria Dickin felt that animals should be rewarded for their courage and service during wartime. Appalled at the living conditions of the poor in London’s East End, Ms. Dickin, a wealthy socialite was even more concerned for the animals living there. Conditions were even worse for the […]
Bordetella is the inflammation of the trachea (windpipe) and the bronchi. It is also known as infectious tracheabronchitis. Symptoms are a hacking cough that may or may not produce mucous, nasal discharge and difficulty breathing. If not treated, it can lead to pneumonia. Kennel cough occurs often when boarding a dog in a kennel. The […]
Wallabies are native to Australia and are similar to kangaroos, but smaller. They are affectionate and playful. They are not suited to extremely hot temperatures, but can adapt to colder climates. When very young, wallabies can be kept indoors but at about a year old they should be kept outdoors with lots of space to […]
