Posts Tagged ‘environment’

New York’s Latest Invaders

The most recent invaders in New York are living proof that New York does go to sleep from time to time, because that is when these little nightmares come out to get you. It used to be rats that plagued New York, now it animals small enough to live on rats in their dozens. I am talking about Cimex lectularius, the bed bug that specializes in preying on people.

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What Is Equine Colic?

If you have or have had a horse, you will probably have heard of equine colic. However, when you try to find out what equine colic is, you run up against a brick wall. This is because the term is an old one, coming from the days when surgery and the knowledge of how bodies work was in its childhood. The term 'equine' naturally refers to 'horses' - from the Latin, but 'colic'?

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Tips For Setting Up A Garden Pond

Do you have a garden pond? Or would you like one? A garden pond or a water garden does not have to be large to completely change how you use your garden. The sound of running water is so relaxing and a pond fountain or a waterfall can have a cooling effect on a hot summer's day. Watching the fish carry out their daily lives is relaxing too and many gardeners like the chance to branch out into the new kingdom of aquatic plants.

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The Collie Dog.

The Collie dog makes an excellent sporting dog and can be taught to do the work of the Pointer and the Setter, together with that of the Water Spaniel and the Retriever. He can be trained to perform the work of other breeds as well. It is clever at hunting, having an excellent nose, is a good vermin-killer, and a most faithful guard dog and buddy.

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How To Recognize Bedbugs

I presume you already know that bedbugs have made a revival in the West. Bedbugs were practically totally eradicated in western Europe, the United States and Canada in the 1950's, but have been resurfacing in ever larger numbers since around 1995. It is assumed that this is due to more numerous foreign holidays and increased immigration..

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Jack Russell Terriers

If you are looking for a doggy companion, you should put the Jack Russell terrier on your shortlist. Some of the best things about the Jack Russell terrier is that they are small, inexpensive to feed, active, short-haired and intelligent. The Jack Russell terrier is a ideal dog for an older person, or someone living in an apartment.

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Common Health Issues For Cats

If you have not had a cat or other pet before, it might come as a surprise to you to find out that they sometimes become ill. Some diseases are hereditary and some are acquired, but most are preventable and all are insurable. You can have your cat inoculated against the most prevalent diseases and you can take out insurance against vet's bills.

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How To Buy Your First Ferret

If you want to purchase a ferret for the first time, it is almost certainly best to purchase it from a breeder. This is because, if you make a friend of the breeder you can ring up for advice at any time, whereas if you purchase from a pet shop, the seller or the shop assistant might not know much about them.

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West Highland White Terriers

By around the 1700's, the Isle of Skye and other highland regions in Scotland were already producing plenty of small terriers. Scottish breeds were divided into two sorts: the Skye terriers and the Dandie Dinmont terriers.

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Dangerous Dog Treats

Every dog likes to be given a tasty tidbit as a treat and every dog-owner likes to give them. But do you know whether the dog treats that you are giving are healthy or dangerous for your pet, because there are both sorts on the market. In fact, there are hundreds of types of dog treats of all sizes, shapes and colours.

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