Mycotoxins are substances produced by fungi and mold. Aflatoxin is a common type of mold. Corn, rice, wheat, nuts, legumes are often contaminated with aflatoxin. Aflatoxins appear when growth is problematic or the products are stored too long and/or under poor conditions. According to the South China Morning Post, aflatoxins, which are potent carcinogens are […]
The Crufts Dog Show was created in 1891 by Charles Cruft. Charles Cruft was an ambitious man who made a career out of his love of dogs. The first Cruft’s show was booked into the Royal Agricultural Hall in Islington, England, with 2,437 entries and 36 breeds. Aside from the periods of the two world […]
Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease that affects dogs, horses, humans and livestock and rarely show signs in cats. Leptospirosis can cause horses to abort. It is spread through contaminated water, urine, contact bites, sometimes food or bedding. It is more prevalant in warm weather and temperate climates. The bacteria enters the bloodstream through mucous membranes […]
