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American Saddlebred
The American Saddlebred is a popular parade mount and often used for trail riding. It has a comfortable gait and a steady temperament. In horse shows, it is most commonly seen in Saddle seat style riding, and in various types of driving. Where did the Saddlebred get its start? In the 1830s, the Kentucky Saddler […]
What illnesses are preventable in dogs?
The major infectious diseases of dogs are Canine Distemper, Infectious Canine Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Leptospirosis and Parainfluenza – DHLP/P. Leptosprosis can affect humans. Bordetella or Kennel Cough is another that can be prevented. Intranasal vaccine is sprayed into the dog’s nose. These are all preventable diseases as there are vaccines available. Your vet will tell you […]
What is a Puppy Mill?
The ASPCA defines a puppy mill as a large-scale commercial dog breeding operation where profit is given the priority over the well-being of the dogs. Dogs and puppies in this environment most times live in small wire cages stacked on top of each other. The cages are unsanitary as they are not cleaned often and […]