Ringworm is really not a worm, it’s a fungus. Ringworm is a zoonotic meaning it spreads from animals to humans. Called dermatophytes, these fungi live in soil, some in humans and others in animals. Those found in animals are called ringworm. The ringworm found in animals is usually not itchy and less inflamed and reddish […]
Lyme Disease is a tick-borne disease. It can be found all over the world and in all of the U.S. The Northeastern U.S. including New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island and Connecticut carry the majority of cases. It was first discovered in Lyme, Connecticut where it got its name. While not all ticks carry […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Herding dog Height: males 22-24 in., females 20-22 in. Weight: 70-100 lbs., females slightly less Life span: about 10 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What are the origins of the OId English Sheepdog? Sometimes called the Bobtail and bred in England […]
