Hermann’s Tortoise, testudo hermanni, comes from Southern Europe and is sometimes called a Mediterranean tortoise. They are relatively small, at about 6-8 inches with a life span of up to at least 75 years. Should you choose one as a pet there are some things to consider for its care. They are quite active and […]
Laminitis is a crippling, painful and incurable disease. It is one of the major causes of death in horses and can affect all breeds. Laminitis occurs when the connective tissue between the horse’s foot and hoof begins to fall apart. Eventually the horse lies down and won’t get back up. Queensland University (Australia) of Technology […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short or long, soft, thick, loose curls Color: All colors of cat Temperament: very affectionate, playful, loves people Where does the Selkirk Rex come from? Thanks to the breeding efforts of Jeri Newman of Montana, a Persian breeder, the Selkirk Rex was developed. In 1987, when […]
