Just as in humans, the heart of a pet is muscle consisting of four chambers. Valves separate the chambers preventing blood from flowing back. Blood is sent to the lungs where it receives more oxygen and then travels throughout the body. If dogs develop heart disease, it is usually in the valves, occasionally in the […]
The incidence of cancer in birds is somewhat high. Causes and treatment often depend on the species of bird. Birds can suffer from a variety of cancers – lymphomas, melanomas, carcinomas. Parakeets, budgies and cockatiels appear to be more prone to cancer than other species of bird. Budgies under 5 years old can have kidney, […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Coat Type: short & long-haired varieties, both curly, soft Color: all cat colors Temperament: gentle, very affectionate, intelligent, active What is the origin of the LaPerm? The LaPerm is a mutation that came into being in 1982 in the Columbia River area of the U.S. A barn cat […]
