Canine Stress Syndrome (CSS) is a genetic disorder that, fortunately, occurs rarely. It can potentially cause a fatal response for a dog if certain triggers are present. CSS is also known as malignant hyperthermia. Some dogs in highly stressful situations or who are over-stimulated will show symptoms such as muscle spasms and an elevated body […]
Your horse’s coat can be compared to a book with many stories. The state of your horse’s hair can tell you of existing problems. Hair grows from skin follicles. Each strand is made up of the medula (center), cortex (middle) and cuticle (outer layer). Horses have 3 types of hair on their bodies. The hair […]
Spitz-type dogs are a type characterized by long, thick, and often white fur, and pointed ears and muzzles. Their tail is usually curled over the dog’s back. Although it is not clear where they originate from, most of the Spitz-types seen today are from the Arctic. Through selective breeding, Spitz types have been developed to […]
