Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Sporting dog Height: 19-21 in. Weight: 45-60 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes with dogs, other pets if raised with them October’s Dog of the Month A popular native breed in Great Britain, the Harrier is one of […]
Do you know what to do when your horse isn’t feeling tip-top? Before you call your veterinarian, you should be armed with information that will help determine the seriousness of the problem. The basics of a physical examination include temperature, pulse rate and respiration as well as observation of any outward signs the horse may […]
Skunks are subject to the same parasites as dogs and cats – fleas, ticks, intestinal parasites such as worms, giardia, coccidia, all are on the the attack. Common roundworms are easy to treat. Veterinarians recommend an over-the-counter medication called Pyrantel Pamoate which kills hookworms, roundworms and pinworms. A fecal check at the vet will tell […]
