White Line Disease (WLD), is caused by a fungus. The fungi attack the outermost layer (stratum corneum) of the epidermis’s intermediate layer. They eat away the membrane which secures the hoof wall to sensitive areas deep in the hoof’s center. This results in debris and air lining the tissues and separating them. WLD is sometimes […]
The Catalonian region of Spain has announced the historic decision to ban bullfighting. The image protrayed of the brave matador battling a raging bull is totally false. The bull is considerably weakened by the time it faces the matador. The bull has been beaten on the kidneys, has vaseline rubbed in his eyes and then […]
Drooling is common in some breeds. Among dog breeds in this category are Saint Bernards, Mastiffs, Bloodhounds, Newfoundlands, Great Danes, Boxers, Bulldogs, Shar-Peis. Lovers of these breeds and a few others accept the slobber that accompanies them. However, when there is a sudden onset of excessive drooling, it’s time to check for causes. Excessive drooling […]
