Inclusion Body Disease (IBD) is highly contagious within the snake family, primarily found in Boa Constrictors and Pythons. It affect mainly the nervous system, but other organs as well. There are microscopic changes seen in the snake’s body cells (nervous system, liver, kidneys, blood) known as inclusion bodies, giving the name to the disease. Researchers […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: 10-15 in. Weight: 14-18 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: may chase small animals What is the origin of the Jack Russell Terrier? In the 19th century, the Reverend John Russell , a British […]
A new system of GPS has come into use the for visually-impaired and their guide dogs (users of canes as well). There are several voice activated systems on the market, designed to complement a guide dog. Since only a small percentage of visually-impaired people venture to new places, the GPS systems can open a whole […]
