The esophagus is a muscular tube extending from the mouth to the stomach. Megaesophagus means enlarged esophagus. Humans, dogs, cats (rarely), ferrets and other animals can suffer from this disease. Dogs suffering with megaesophagus will regurgitate their food. Regurgitation is not the same as vomiting, as it is undigested food that is expelled without retching. […]
Mockingbirds can be found in the United States, Cuba, Mexico, the Antilles, the Galapagos and the Bahamas. They are the state bird of Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Florida. They were popular as caged pets in the 18th and 19th centuries (see Thomas Jeffrson) and are experiencing a revival now. Mockingbirds weigh about 50 grams and […]
The 2nd annual National Family Pack Walk will be held in Washington, D.C. at the National Mall on September 29, 2012. The event will be led by “Scooby Doo” and Cesar Millan. After the walk, attendees will join in an afternoon of education, fun and mystery. Scooby Doo, North Shore Animal League’s Mutt-i-Grees are presenting […]
