Adopting a Rabbit This Easter…What You Should Know
Easter is around the corner, and many households are considering the adoption of a rabbit. Bunnies are... The 3rd most popular pet in the US Super adorable Quirky and playful Require less habitat space Unfortunately, however, approximately ⅓ of adopted rabbits end-up abandoned or returned to shelters and rescues. Below are things to consider before you adopt a rabbit (and a few...
How to Avoid High NSC Intake for Horses in the Spring
Research has shown that pasture-induced laminitis occurs at times of rapid grass growth, which happens to be in the spring particularly. Therefore, we must carefully manage pasture turnout and forage intake in horses and ponies that are at risk for developing laminitis or who are currently affected. We also understand that horses suffering from insulin resistance (IR) and/or Cushing’s (pituitary...
How Can I Get My Stubborn Cushing’s Horse to Take Medication?
Cushing’s Disease & Ensuring Medication Intake What is it? Cushing's disease, also known as PPID (pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction), is a progressive disorder that begins with the dysfunction of the pituitary gland. This gland, at the base of the brain, sends out a number of hormones, and a horse with Cushing’s disease starts to send out more hormones causing a number of symptoms. What...
Hamsters, Gerbils, and Guinea Pigs – What’s the Difference?
Of U.S. households that own pets, 4% own a hamster, gerbils, or guinea Pigs, making them the 3rd most common pet to own outside of dogs and cats. Small companion animals make for great pets; however, if you’re not a small animal expert, you might find it hard to tell these cute animals apart. Below you will find a few fun facts about the difference between hamsters, gerbils, and guinea...
Feeding Horses: What You Need to Know About Forages and Winter
During the winter season, temperatures typically fall below what is necessary for pasture grass to grow. Pastures become rapidly depleted of natural forage and horses must increasingly rely on their owners to provide them with a nutritionally adequate diet. To properly feed a horse during the winter months, several key factors must be addressed. These factors are: Water Fiber Essential...
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