The Trigeminal Nerve is the 5th cranial nerve (or CNV) controlling sensation in the face and motor funtions such as biting and chewing. The Trigeminal Nerve (tri-3, geminis-twin, thrice twined) has three major branches, the opthalmic nerve, the maxillary nerve and the mandibular nerve. The opthalmic nerve transmits information to the upper eyelid, the conjuctiva […]
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Here is a partial list of popular flowers, plants and trees toxic to dogs. For a more complete listing, please go to the ASPCA site online. Aloe Amaryllis Holly Family Yew All Fruit trees (leaves, bark, fruit seeds and pits) Lily Family Asparagus Fern Avocado Azalea Baby’s Breath Begonia Bird of Paradise Walnut Tree Boxwood […]
