Two hundred years ago, North American researchers began the practice of placing leg bands on wild birds in order to keep track of their habits. This practice was continued with imported birds by the United States Department of Agriculture to help avoid outbreaks of diseases. After an outbreak of psittacosis, restrictions were set on bird […]
Some breeds of dogs are sighthounds and use their eyes to follow prey. Eyesight in general is not one of a dog’s stronger senses. Dogs have what is known as dichromatic vision. Besides shades of grey and black and white, they see two primary colors – yellow and blue. Old television sets were analog and […]
Many of us treat our dogs as part of the family. In order to keep our dogs comfortable and happy we need to make sure they are entrusted with the right dog sitter. Dog sitters are professionals who will take care of your dog and keep them company when you are away. A dog sitter […]
