1. Canine Myasthenia Gravis Perhaps the most common disease of the neuromuscular junction in dogs is canine myasthenia gravis. This disease appears to be similar in its pathophysiology to the human form of the disease. It is caused by a breakdown of the transmission...
My Pet Carnivore Wolves prefer to hunt in packs seeking a diet rich in meat sources from small or large animal prey. Although rare, they have occasionally been seen including berries, fruit and some plant parts in their diet. This behavior poses some ethical questions...
Scientists teach us that food can make us healthy and strong or it can make us very sick and weak. In 450 BC, Herodotus said the following: “All diseases to which man is subject proceed from food.” This is also a widely held opinion among many scientists today....
Factors affecting nutrition: Optimum Nutrition is a key element in raising a healthy dog or cat. Some of the many factors affecting pet nutritional requirements include: 1. Breed 2. Age 3. Gender Intact Spayed or Neutered 4. Physiological State Growth Adult Pregnancy...
Dog skin conditions are widespread, with over 160 different documented conditions. These conditions can be a reaction to a variety of both internal and external issues including flea bites, parasites, bacteria, food or seasonal allergies, and even stress or boredom....
