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Dry Skin in Pigs
Pigs can be prone to dry skin, particularly in arid environments. Lack of humidity, especially for pigs who live indoors, can cause itchy, flaking skin. Other causes contributing to dry skin could be skin parasites or diets lacking essential vitamins and minerals. Coat texture can change with the seasons and often, skin will be drier […]
Cancer in Horses
Fortunately cancer is relatively rare in horses. Early detection of some cancers can be found during routine blood work because of certain secretions. These secretions are generally due to an internal cancer. Swiss researchers continue to study this means of early detection. Here is a list of some of the cancers that though rare, can […]
Von Willebrand’s Disease
Symptoms of von Willebrand’s Disease are excessive bleeding caused by a deficiency in a clotting factor. Dogs with Von Willebrand’s disease might also develop nosebleeds, or bleeding from the gums. Some may have blood in their urine or their stool. There is no cure for Von Willebrand’s disease, but blood transfusions can help manage the […]