Rachel Reilly, an Iowa equine photographer, recorded the moment a mare and her newborn foal first bonded. Remember to turn on the sound when playing the 15-second video. Source: PetHelpful, May 18, 2022. Link. Video loads slowly in article. … [Read more...]
Dark shadows and the neighbor’s new chicken coop
Personal experience A neighbor has constructed and populated a small backyard chicken coop about 100 yards from the back fence in my yard. Within a few days, I saw more hawks and owls circling the area, resting in the tall oaks and casting shadows as they flew over our neighborhood. Startled by the shadow of a swooping red-tail hawk I watched a massive one dive-bomb … [Read more...]
A list of small, mid-sized and large dogs that don’t shed
Non-shedding dogs have gained popularity. But all dogs leave dander. This author has compiled information and a list of dogs that shed less than others. Animal health pros working with prospective dog owners will find this list helpful if less hair is one of the criteria for choosing a new pet. Source: PetHelpful, May 29, 2019. Link. The good news is that there are dogs … [Read more...]