Bordetella is the inflammation of the trachea (windpipe) and the bronchi. It is also known as infectious tracheabronchitis. Symptoms are a hacking cough that may or may not produce mucous, nasal discharge and difficulty breathing. If not treated, it can lead to pneumonia. Kennel cough occurs often when boarding a dog in a kennel. The […]
There are 11 known species of agouti. The agouti is a close relative of the guinea pig and can be found in Central and South America and the West Indies. They live in forests, savannahs, close to a water source. Agoutis have 5 front toes and 3 hind toes on slim legs. Ears are small, […]
The dewclaw is an extra digit on on animal’s foot. Dewclaws can be found on some mammals, birds and reptiles. Although they don’t appear to serve any purpose now, the dewclaw is thought to have been another toe at some time. Dogs are the most well-known animal with dewclaws. They are on the inside of […]
