Brahmas came to the United States from Asia in 1846. They reached England in 1853 when Queen Victoria was presented with a quill pen made from a Brahma feather. Brahmas were then known for their excellent laying characteristics, but breeding for color has reduced these abilities. Brahmas come in light, dark, buff and partridge. They […]
Canine cancer statistics in the U.S. are frightening. Estimates are that several million dogs will be diagnosed with cancer annually and one out of every 3 dogs will die of the disease. In dogs over 2 years old, cancer is the No. One Killer. The good news is that research continues and there are new […]
The Old Testament describes the animals which were known to the ancient Hebrews, providing us with a comprehensive overview of the animals which lived in ancient Palestine. The Bible uses the word “animals” to describe mammals, using different words for birds, reptiles and fish. In Genesis 1, God creates the fish and birds on the […]
