Diskospndylitis (discospondylitis, vertebral osteomyelitis), not to be confused with diskospondylosis which is a degeneration of the spinal column from any cause, is usually seen in middle-aged and older dogs and is the most common cause of back pain. While diskospondylitis (DS) is usually seen in large and giant male dogs, especially German Shepherd Dogs and […]
As with all animals, ferrets speak volumes with their bodies as well as their voices. Learning to read your ferret’s language makes for a happier, closer relationship. When your ferret is hungry or thirsty, s/he will tell you by playing with the food or water bowl. If there is food remaining in the bowl, s/he […]
Dogs need to chew. It’s what they do and it’s a natural and healthy activity. However, we do prefer that our canines don’t use their canines on our favorite pair of shoes or the new sofa. Dogs chew for a number of reasons. Puppies chew because they are teething and it helps soothe the pain. […]
