The fungus, Sporothrix schenckii is found in soil, plants and spagnum moss. It is an infection as it is transferable from pets to humans. Sporotrichosis can infect the skin, respiratory system, bones and even the brain. Cats usually have skin lesions which make it easier to transmit the infection to other animals and humans. Symptoms […]
What is it that makes dirt so attractive that some dogs add it to their diet? It can be especially frustrating when you feed your dog the highest quality food, home-cook, feed complete raw meals or a combination of any of these. There are several reasons put forth as to why dogs eat dirt – […]
Thanks to the efforts of Best Friends, there is a victory in Florida. Governor Rick Scott has just signed into law Senate Bill 722 spearheaded by Best Friends and sponsored by Rep. Garcia of Miami and Sen. Norman of Tampa. The law states that dogs in Florida, saved from dog-fighting busts, will no longer be […]
