Rabies is a life-threatening disease caused by a virus that attacks the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Infected mammals can transmit the rabies virus to humans and other mammals, but can rabbits get rabies?
If you are pregnant and have a feline at home, congratulations twice: congratulations on the new life that is on the way and congratulations on being lucky enough to share this experience with your kitten.
According to a study carried out by Western Carolina University in the United States, the connection between people and pets is a very positive experience for many families and, in many cases, the bond between pets and owners can be especially strong, including the youngest members of the household.
Animal mediation, or zootherapy, is a therapeutic method which consists of using the proximity and contact of a companion animal to help people in difficulty (stress, family problems, post-operative problems, etc.). More specifically, rabbit therapy involves the presence of one or more rabbits.
Aujeszky's disease, also known as ‘pseudorabies’, is a potentially fatal disease transmitted by pigs and wild boars, the animals most likely to be infected being those dogs belonging to packs or whose owners practice big game hunting. In this article we will talk about this ‘pseudorabies’ for which there is no vaccine.
The arrival of a new member of the family is always exciting, but preparation is essential (when that arrival has not been unexpected), in this article we will look at the essentials when we are going to have a new kitten.
The British shorthair is a breed of cat descended from a cross between the cats brought to Britain by the Romans and the natives of the island. These cats are very well protected from the British climate by their double, waterproof coat. It is one of the oldest known cat breeds. In modern times, it remains the most popular pedigree breed in its native country, according to the UK Cat Governing Council (GCCF).
Rats like to be cuddled by people and have an amazing ability to learn. They are fascinating animals that even full-time workers and older children can keep. Caring for pet rats is relatively simple, but the time involved should not be underestimated, especially for beginners.
The Tornjak originated from genetically homogeneous, almost extinct, indigenous shepherd dogs. These dogs have...
The Leonberger is a breed of dog originating in Germany and owes its name to the German town of Leonberg, in...
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