Modern food production has changed agriculture drastically. It used to be that many different breeds were used on farms to produce meat, milk and eggs. Today, the breeds that produce maximum output are used to the exclusion of all others. In the United States, one breed of dairy cattle (the Holstein) produces almost all the […]
Have you ever watched your pet curl up on a winter’s day, feet tucked in, tail curled round covering the nose? While it may not look like the most comfortable position for your pet, it offers warmth and comfort. The curled position conserves body heat and while our dogs and cats usually have their own […]
The Humane Society of the United States, the Humane Society International and the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association have organized the last Tuesday of each February as Spay Day, a worldwide event. There will be hundreds of spay/neuter events around the globe to highlight the importance of saving animals’ lives by educating the public on […]
