This year, 2012, the weather has played havoc with food supplies. Drought conditions have sorely affected hay production, a horse’s main source of fiber in the diet. Drier than normal conditions have also limited the amount of forage available. Hay prices rise due to lower yields. Since horses must have a good amount of fiber […]
Cats love to chase bugs. Their actions are attractive to cats who will pounce on anything that moves. But some insects can be dangerous to cats as they will strike back when attacked. We know the damage fleas and ticks can inflict on our pets. They irritate the skin, sometimes causing infection and transmitting disease […]
Many people do not know whether or not their pets are considered “senior.” Cats and dogs are generally considered senior somewhere around age 7. For larger dogs, it is more like 5 0r 6 and smaller dogs may not be considered senior until age 8 or 9. At your regular check-ups at the vet, ask […]
