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February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health for not just humans, but also our beloved pets. Just like us, pets can experience heart-related health issues, and taking proactive steps to care for their hearts can improve their quality of life and extend their years with us. Here are some tips to help keep your pet's heart in great shape. 1. Maintain a Healthy Weight One of the most significant factors in heart health for pets is maintaining a healthy weight. Obesity can place extra strain on your pet’s heart, increasing the risk of heart...

Egg binding is a commonly cited problem on online forums, but what is this condition and how can you treat it? More importantly, how can you prevent it? Egg binding occurs when a hen has been straining to lay an egg for several hours. A stuck egg prevents fecal matter and other eggs from passing out of the body, and the hen will eventually die from shock or infection. Causes There are a number of factors that may cause egg binding. Eggs form with the pointy end facing the vent opening, but they are laid blunt end first, which means...

The golden crumble your new baby chicks are devouring these days was carefully formulated for their unique needs. Chick Starter. What’s in it? You won’t be surprised to hear that a large component of chick starter is grains. Poultry have a unique digestive system that you can learn more about here. Their digestive system is suited well for taking advantage of the nutrients found in these grains. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common grains found in poultry feed. These ingredients are carefully selected in order to support a baby chick’s nutritional needs: Energy to support daily...

Many broodmares are in the last half of gestation at this time. The latter part of gestation is one of the most important development periods in the life of a foal when the foal is developing in the uterus of the mare. The importance of this period was recognized in the Nutrient Requirements of Horses, Sixth Edition, when the Committee established that the nutrient requirements of the mare start increasing at the 6th month of gestation, earlier than previously believed. During the last three months of gestation, the foal may be gaining an average of one pound per day. The...

For many pet owners, the joy of having a furry companion far outweighs the occasional inconvenience. However, pet dander—those tiny, often invisible particles shed by our pets—can present a challenge, especially for those with allergies or asthma. Understanding what pet dander is and how to manage it effectively can help you create a cleaner, more comfortable home for both you and your pet. What is Pet Dander? Pet dander consists of microscopic flecks of skin shed by animals with fur or feathers, such as cats, dogs, birds, and even small mammals like rabbits or hamsters. These particles are light and...