If your horses live outside all year round, you should be aware of a condition called 'atypical myopathy'. Atypical myopathy can be fatal if not treated quickly. So what causes the condition and how can you protect your horse?
Atypical Myopathy
Atypical myopathy (seasonal pasture myopathy) usually occurs during the autumn and spring months, affecting horses at grass. Although the disease can affect any horse, it is thought that younger animals are more vulnerable.
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Considerations to Make When Purchasing a New Cat
If you would like to purchase a cat, it is most advisable to look up cat breeders in your area so that you may find the breed that you want. Once you have a list of potential breeders you would like to meet with, you need to have a list of questions in mind to ensure you are making an informed decision when you are purchasing one of the pets for sale.
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Poisonous Plants - Is Your Horse's Field Safe?
Most horses have access to grazing for some or all of each day. This is important for the health of the horse's digestive tract and for mental wellbeing too. Unfortunately, there are quite a few plants and trees that are highly toxic to horses, and which could result in a vet emergency if consumed.
One such tree is the yew. Yew trees form a part of many hedgerows and are extremely toxic to horses, even in small amounts.
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5 Reasons Your Cat Might Have Started Urinating or Defecating Outside Their Litterbox
Cats are generally extremely cleanly, and they usually start using a litterbox without any need for training. However, sometimes your cat will mysteriously start defecating or urinating outside of the litterbox. This can be both alarming and messy, often leaving owners mystified as to the cause. Here are just five reasons why it might be happening.
1. Location
Your cat's litterbox needs to be placed somewhere they will feel safe using it; after all, they will be in a position of vulnerability.
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