Horseshoes may be considered a sign of luck according to many people, but to horses, they are more than just good luck charms. As big as they are, horses can suffer a surprising amount of pain and health concerns if they develop issues with their hooves. Horseshoes and regular visits from the farrier for hoof care are an essential part of keeping your horse healthy.
If you’ve ever seen a horse having shoes put on, you may have wondered if the process is painful. Read More...
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Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead The animal kingdom undergoes many changes during the winter months to ensure its survival. For example, bears, skunks, groundhogs, and bats hide away under spring to conserve energy. What about parrots, though? Do they hibernate? While some birds go into a hibernation-like state of torpor every day (looking at you, hummingbirds), parrots don’t go into hibernation or torpor at all. Read More...
Click to Skip Ahead Every turtle fancier will want to own a Red Eared Slider because they are cute, colorful, and keeping them is generally rewarding. However, every potential parent would have questions, and in particular, whether they bite and if they are poisonous.
Red Eared Sliders bite, and the bite can be quite painful. But it’s highly unlikely because these reptiles don’t bite “just because.” Instead, these reptiles bite if you push them too hard. Read More...
