Tularemia, also known as Rabbit Fever, is a zoonotic bacterial disease that, fortunately, is rare. It occurs more often in cats than dogs and in young rather than adult animals. It also affects rodents, rabbits, pigs, fish, horses, sheep and humans. Beaver and muskrats can be carriers. Tularemia is usually spread by ticks (American Dog, […]
Have you ever walked past an area with a sad-looking dog chained or tied up? Dogs are social animals and need the company of humans. They want to be part of the family and belong in the home with you. There are times when it may be necessary if a yard isn’t fenced or as […]
The RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) launched a fundraising campaign June 27, 2011. Last year the RSPCA rescued close to 160,000 animals from suffering including being trapped, neglected or abused. They receive emergency calls every 30 seconds and respond to about 1,000 incidents daily. The RSPCA inspectors rescue, care for […]
