The parathyroid glands are positioned on the thyroid glands. (Para is from the Greek meaning alongside). Both parathyroid glands are located at the front of a pet’s neck near the trachea just below the skin. The parathyroid glands secrete a hormone that regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. They adjust the amounts entering […]
Sugar Gliders, like many small creatures, are fragile. Their bones are small and rather thin and as they are active animals, it’s possible to fracture a leg. There are several different types of fractures, but those that occur most often are a simple fracture and a compound fracture. A simple fracture of the bone is […]
Birds are social creatures and can be very active during the day. Exercise is important in keeping your bird healthy and happy. The size of your bird will determine cage size. Birds should have cages large enough to fully extend their wings and flap them. If your bird is caged all the time, allow space […]
