While Addison’s Disease, also known as Hypoadrenocorticism is uncommon in cats, it is serious. It is brought on by insufficient amounts of cortisol and aldesterone, hormones produced by the adrenal glands. Causes of Addison’s Disease include autoimmune problems, trauma, use of steriods, infection, internal hemorrhage, cancer and more. Some symtoms mirror other diseases but can […]
Newspaper is the least expensive, easily available, non-toxic liner for your bird’s cage. But a risk has been discovered using old newspapers and aspergillosis is its name. Aspergillosis is caused by the organism, Aspergillus fumigatis and is a fungal infection common in birds. Aspergillus spores occur naturally in the environment and humans are exposed to […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Tibet Group: Companion Height: 10 in. Weight: 9-15 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes, with gentle children Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Tibetan Spaniel? Buddhists believe the lion to be an important symbol that followed Buddha like a dog. […]
