Before you start itching and scratching, there are specific lice for each species. So even if your guinea pig has lice, they won’t affect you. You cannot catch lice from your guinea pig. If you observe your guinea pig scratching excessively, a lice infestation (pediculosis) may be the cause. Do not purchase over the counter […]
The HSUS reports that some member of the U.S. Congress have removed the protective language to a provision banning horse slaughter on U.S. soil. There is a political campaign to bring horse slaughter back to the U.S. after a 5 year ban. Just a reminder that while it was banned in the U.S., American horses […]
Esophagitis is the inflammation of the esophagus which is the tube that carries food and liquid to the stomach. Aspiration pneumonia (inhalation pneumonia) is a complication of esophagitis. It can occur when your pet is unable to swallow food or liquid which are inhaled into the lungs causing inflammation and infection. Most often the cause […]
