The volcano in Iceland put many animals at risk. Animals who inhale or ingest volcanic ash are at risk for fluoride poisoning. This could cause internal bleeding, long-term bone damage and teeth loss. This was a large concern for farmers of sheep, cattle and horses in southern Iceland. Some horses panicked and ran away. They […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: United States Group: Toy, Terrier Height: 8 1/2 – 11 in. Weight: 5-8 lbs. Life span: 12-15 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, with older children Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Toy Fox Terrier? The Toy Fox Terrier is descended from the English […]
If you’ve ever watched a frog eat prey, you’ve probably noticed that they close their eyes when swallowing. Scientists x-rayed frogs as they consumed crickets to discover what happens. The x-rays showed that the frog’s eyes don’t only close as they swallow, they retract down towards the esophagus. During swallowing the eyes appear to touch […]
