Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease that affects dogs, horses, humans and livestock and rarely show signs in cats. Leptospirosis can cause horses to abort. It is spread through contaminated water, urine, contact bites, sometimes food or bedding. It is more prevalant in warm weather and temperate climates. The bacteria enters the bloodstream through mucous membranes […]
The Dorking is an ancient and endangered species of chicken. It is the only purely British breed, has five toes instead of four and is the only breed with red earlobes which lays a white-shelled egg. They need the support of small backyard flock owners to ensure their continued existence. Dorkings have been documented as […]
What are some facts about the Great Plains Rat Snake? The Great Plains Rat Snake is native to the U.S. and can be seen from New Jersey to Colorado and south to Texas and northern Mexico. It is sometimes known as Emory’s Rat Snake for the surveyor who collected them for the Smithsonian Institute. It’s […]
