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How to Identify and Treat Warbles in Rabbits
Flies and their larvae (maggots) can cause several disorders in rabbits including Myiasis and Fly Strike. However, warbles is caused by a specific fly species and its larvae-the Cuterebra. Quite different from normal house flies, the Cuterebra only lay a single egg underneath the skin which takes up residence in the rabbit and begins its […]
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The Importance of Habit and Repetition During Horse Training
You’re out feeding your horse. You’re petting her, talking to her, and admiring how beautiful she is. Suddenly, you get the urge to get on her and go for a ride. The only thing is, you don’t feel like getting the saddle and bridle, so you just jump on…bareback. Now you’re sitting on her. Her […]
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Make Sure Your Pet Has Identification
Losing a pet can be an emotional time, which is why all animals should have identification so they can be returned to their owners. An ID tag on your pet’s collar is the easiest method. The tag should include your name, address, telephone number and the pet’s name. If there’s extra space, the phone number of the […]
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How to Get an Abused Horse to Trust You
It is far more enjoyable to ride a horse that trusts you rather than one who does not. But getting a horse to trust you is a difficult task, especially if the horse has a history of past abuse. It is indeed possible to befriend a horse who is shy and reticent but does not […]
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Why Pet Birds Need Pure, Fresh Air
Birds have extremely delicate respiratory systems with their lungs operating quite differently than those in humans and other animals. Birds have two relatively small lungs and in the lungs are bellows-like air sacs. These air sacs keep the lungs perpetually inflated. Their lungs have an opening on each end through which air flows into the […]
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RCHS Announces Plastic Duck Derby Fundraiser
Rutland County Humane Society has announced it’s 16th annual Duck Derby to raise needed funds for the homeless animals in Rutland County. On Thursday, September 22nd at 5:30 pm, adopted plastic ducks will be launched into the stream at the Pittsford Recreation Area. The first 4 ducks to reach the finish line win cash prizes. A cash […]
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How to Protect Poultry from Predators
I would guess that about half the baby poultry sold each spring is lost to predators well before they lay an egg. The most common predators in this area are dogs, coyotes, fox, raccoon and to a lesser extent skunks, possums, hawks, owls, and crows. When you are building poultry housing, think about keeping predators […]
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How to Know When to Upgrade Your Bit
If you have been riding for any length of time, you will have seen it. A rider is struggling with her headstrong horse, and the coach steps up and suggests trying a stronger bit. The coach comes out with a twisted snaffle, or even a kimblewick, and soon the rider is back to work, hauling […]
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Sheep Milk Offers High Yields and Great Taste
Sheep have been raised for milk for thousands of years and were milked before cows. The world’s commercial dairy sheep industry is concentrated in Europe and the countries on or near the Mediterranean Sea. The dairy sheep industry is in its infancy in the United States. There are approximately 200 dairy sheep farms in the […]
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How to Properly Care for a Ferret
Providing proper care for a ferret helps reduce odors and keeps them healthier. Diet Ferrets are obligate carnivores – meat eaters. They need a diet that is high in meat protein and high in fat. Look for kibble that has at least 35% protein and 20% fat. Do not feed your ferret cereals, grains, sugars, […]
