Dottybacks are a family of small tropical and subtropical fish native to the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific. They are brightly colored and popular with aquarists. Dottybacks do better in large tanks with live rock but can also thrive in smaller aquariums. They are territorial and each one needs plenty of swimming room and hiding […]
Guide dogs are assistance dogs trained to lead blind and vision impaired people around obstacles. They are led by their human owners and help them get where they want to go safely. Guide dogs are mentioned in literature as early as the sixteenth century but the first guide dog training schools were established in Germany […]
Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD) is commonly found in reptiles that eat plants and/or insects. Because iguanas are popular reptile pets, MBD is seen most often in these creatures. The primary cause of MBD is a breakdown in the metabolism of calcium. Calcium, phosphorus and Vitamin D are out of balance. These three act together to […]
