Although their structure is different, a bird’s feathers can be compared to hair and nails in humans. Just as hair and nails are renewed, old, worn, damaged feathers are replaced by new ones through the process called molting. Hormones play a part in molting s do changes of season. New feathers can identify the sex […]
The dog clothing industry has become a multi-million dollar business. With movies such as “Legally Blonde” and Paris Hilton showing off her furpal in different outfits, it’s no wonder that pet clothing sells so well. The truth is most dogs don’t need sweaters, coats, etc. Dogs that are taken for long walks or runs, even […]
National Bird Day is celebrated on January 5. On this day, public awareness is raised regarding the threats to wild birds, as well as the plight of many captive birds. Today, nearly 12% of the world’s 9,800 bird species may face extinction within the next century, including nearly one-third of the world’s 330 parrot species. […]
