When dogs were first domesticated in prehistoric times, humans encouraged the survival of certain types of dogs by feeding and caring for the ones that were useful to them, and killing or neglecting the others. As a result, certain dog types emerged. People encouraged these distinctions by mating dogs of a certain type with each […]
Hip Dysplasia occurs when the ball and socket of the hip joint don’t fit properly. This malformation can cause pain and lameness, eventually becoming arthritic. There are several options available to help alleviate the problem. Pain killers and restricted exercise are two methods used. Another is removal of the head of the femur. Today, acupuncture […]
Anemonefish can be found in Australia‘s famous Great Barrier Reef. Although their predators get stung by the Anemone, the Anemonefish can live quite happily next to the Anemone. They are a hardy fish but rarely imported. The males are 2 3/8 inches and the females are 3 1/2 in. This fish will get along with […]
