The Horse Protection Act, passed 40 years ago, was meant to eliminate the practice of “soring” horses. As the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) explains, the “soring” of horses consists of using chemicals and other substances causing extreme pain in horses’ hooves and legs. It is used in show competitions to give them […]
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac are all related and found in many areas. The allergen in these plants is called urushiol, an oil substance. While most pets don’t appear to be affected by the oil – perhaps partly because their fur helps to protect their skin – it can rub onto their coats. […]
It was a dark day for me, July 23, 2009, when my dear beloved friend, Timo, suffering from cancer, asked to go to the Rainbow Bridge. Everyone told me to look for signs from Timo – she would send pennies in some form. I wasn’t sure I believed it, but a couple of weeks later […]
