Dogs and horses can cathc a cold and end up with a snotty nose.
Homeopathy and essential oils or aromatherapy can help dogs and horses in reducing the effects of a cold. Make sure you check with your vet first! Read More…
Cass
Jul 11
|18:08
Cass
Jul 11
|18:06
Herbs are natural and a good source of vitamins to keep your horses and dogs healthy. During winter, they can help supporting their immune system. However, herbs alone will not prevent your dog or horse to catch a cold. Their housing and feeding regime are as important. Read More…
Cass
Mar 8
|22:09
The ugly truth about animal testing
The ugly truth about animal testing
Withdrawing Support from those who Test on Animals
April 24 every year is World Laboratory Animal Day, and the week surrounding this date is known as WWAIL – World Week for Animals in Laboratories. Most people are completely unaware of the exorbitant numbers of animals that are tortured each year for the testing of drugs, weapons, surgical procedures, cosmetics and household products. Even a small country like Australia uses approximately 7 million animals each year for various scientific research and teaching projects. Read More…
Cass
Dec 11
|17:30
Stop the slaughtering of baby seals
Animals are a wonderful part of our natural world and deserve every ounce of love and respect we can shower them with. Unfortunately, many people out there also subject these wonderful creatures to various inhumane acts for the sake of their own benefits. These hapless animals are unable to fight back or even voice out their fear and distress so we must take a stand and campaign against cruelty to animals. Read More…
Cass
Nov 28
|19:33
Cat declawed after surgey
One of the most important parts of a cat is its claws. Their claws are used for a variety of tasks which include balancing and climbing. Apart from that, cats also use their claws to stretch, walk and run. Furthermore, the claws on a cat are its most basic form of defence and very important to it. Read More…
Cass
Nov 22
|20:13
Thunder, nearly 20 and still very active
Young and active horses are used for a variety of purposes. From racing, riding to simple grooming, the relationships between humans and horses are vast. However, not unlike human being, as horses get older, they also get feebler and become less able. Read More…
Cass
Nov 20
|19:33
Thunder, approaching 20
There comes a time when every horse owner will realise that his horse is getting old. As horses age 3 times as fast as human beings, a 20 year old horse would be roughly equivalent to a 60 year old human being. The horse’s reflexes will slow down and he will become far less agile. However, just like with human beings, this is not yet the time to give up on your faithful old horse but it is vital that you start caring for him in a different way. Read More…
Cass
Nov 19
|20:01
Older horses suffer from arthritis
As all horse owners and trainers will tell you, it is not an uncommon occurrence for old horses to get affected by arthritis. The causes can be plenty and they can range from a sedentary lifestyle to simply old age. Nonetheless, as someone who cares for and loves your horse, there are certain remedies and treatments that you will be able to provide to alleviate the pain. Do bear in mind though that every horse should be treated differently so don’t take the remedies too generally. A remedy that works for one horse might not work for another so it is best that you understand your own horse well enough so that you can apply the best form of treatment. Read More…
Cass
Nov 18
|19:56
Chicken eggs
A major focal point of people who rear chickens has constantly been the quality of eggs produced. Much research has gone in to this particular area and the industry is continuously discovering new ways and means by which egg quality can be improved. Despite the seemingly complex sounding nature of this particular field, producing high quality chicken eggs can actually be broken down into rather simple terms. Read More…
Cass
Nov 17
|19:54
Feeding chickens is easy
A main concern many newbie chicken owners have is about what to feed their chickens. Issues concerning the quantity, feeding times, the heating of feeds and even nourishment of mixtures often cause them major worries. In truth, chickens are really easy to rear and do not require near as much time and effort as you would initially assume. Chickens have been around for the longest time now and have incredible survival instincts. Only the most basic level of care is needed to ensure that your chickens grow up nice and healthy. Read More…
