All birds will nip at different things, including their owner’s hands. This is called “beaking” and is a way for a bird to test a perch. Although this can be unpleasant it is not considered biting. When a bird bites, the bite is quick and hard and the bird’s body language demonstrates that this was […]
The HSUS tells us that Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, in the Everglades, announced a ban on the import and trade in Burmese Pythons, Yellow Anacondas, and northern and southern African Pythons. These are large constricting snakes, not suitable as pets. They can kill and injure people, owners and others alike. They are an invasive species […]
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 […]
