The parathyroid glands are positioned on the thyroid glands. (Para is from the Greek meaning alongside). Both parathyroid glands are located at the front of a pet’s neck near the trachea just below the skin. The parathyroid glands secrete a hormone that regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. They adjust the amounts entering […]
Nitro’s Law, H.B. 108, has been reintroduced to Ohio’s House of Representatives. Nitro’s Law amends an existing law protecting animal companions. It allows prosecutors, at their discretion, to charge kennel owners with a felony, bringing stronger penalties, instead of the present misdemeanor. Kennel owners will be charged for failing to provide basic necessities and/or inflicting […]
All dogs love to chew. Unfortunately, they are not fussy about what they chew on. It could be your favorite sweater or that new pair of shoes you left out. But there is help in the form of many toys made for dogs to chew on. Here are some simple guidelines. First, make sure the […]
