Prairie dogs are burrowing rodents native to the grasslands of North America. There are 5 species of prairie dog and the most commonly kept as a pet is the black tailed prairie dog. Prairie dogs require a lot of attention and have a long lifespan (8-12 years), so they are a significant commitment. Additionally, there […]
Dog training can be both fun and fulfilling. Unfortunately, it can also be a source of great frustration. For this reason it is important to learn to teach your dog. Basic obedience training is necessary so that your dog will be pleasant to live with. Basic obedience includes being housebroken and responding appropriately to commands […]
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 […]
