When dogs were first domesticated in prehistoric times, humans encouraged the survival of certain types of dogs by feeding and caring for the ones that were useful to them, and killing or neglecting the others. As a result, certain dog types emerged. People encouraged these distinctions by mating dogs of a certain type with each […]
This year, 2012, the weather has played havoc with food supplies. Drought conditions have sorely affected hay production, a horse’s main source of fiber in the diet. Drier than normal conditions have also limited the amount of forage available. Hay prices rise due to lower yields. Since horses must have a good amount of fiber […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: China, Scotland Coat Type: All colors of cat Color: Siamese-like colors & markings Temperament: affectionate, loyal, loves people, good with children & other pets Where does the Scottish Fold come from? It seems a cat with folded ears was brought to Europe from China by an English sailor in the […]
