Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Belgium Group: Companion Height: males 11-13 in., females 10-12 in. Weight: up to 18 lbs. Life span: 15-16 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes. socialize early & supervise Good with other pets: yes with dogs & cats, may chase other pets The Schipperke was bred in Belgium by a […]
Hoof abscesses seem to come on suddenly, although that’s not really the case. You are out riding and without warning your horse is lame. While there could be a number of reasons, a hoof abscess is a strong possibility. An abscess is described as a tender area surrounded by pink to red tissue. The center […]
When you go to a veterinarian’s office, chances are the first person you meet is a veterinary technician. Their jobs are many and varied. Their work is invaluable, allowing the vet to concentrate on the patient while they assist. Veterinary Technicians can actually work in other settings besides the veterinary office such as zoos, laboratories […]
