It’s a beautiful day and you are out walking your loose-leash trained dog when suddenly a rather large ball of fur comes barreling towards you. It’s a dog and it’s off-leash and if the owner is nearby, chances are s/he will tell you not to worry, the dog is friendly. That means absolutely nothing to […]
The U.S. Federal Drug Administration continues to caution dog owners about chicken jerky products. They can be sold as chicken tenders, strips or treats. The FDA reports that in the last 12 months, there has been an increase in reports of dog illnesses associated with chicken jerky products from China. Consumers feeding their dogs chicken […]
In a study conducted by Santiago D. Gutierrez-Nibeyro, DVM, MS, Dept. ACVS, ACVSMR at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, that while they impact a horse’s gait, hoof boots can be beneficial. Many trail riders often provide hoof boots for their barefoot horses, giving the horse protection and traction. Hoof boots also cushion […]
