Wayne Pacelle of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) reminds us that the welfare of the feral (or as they are sometimes known, wild) horses and burros on federal lands is a major concern. These animals are rounded up using helicopters and baiting them with water to lure them into a corral. This […]
The medical term for coming into heat is oestrus. Signs of your cat going into heat are usually fairly obvious. She will become more affectionate towards you. She’ll often rub her hind quarters against anything available including furniture and you. She will lick her genital area frequently. Her urine will contain more estrogen and the […]
Grazing is the mainstay of a horse’s diet. But there are times when grazing is not available and you must purchase hay to make up for the deficiency. Once you’ve decided on the type of hay that’s right for your horse, another question arises. Should you soak the purchased hay and in the process, change […]
