Man's best friend needs more than love to be happy and healthy. Beyond food and water, there are other important dog care products that you can provide her with, as well. By finding out what your dog's specific needs are, you can pinpoint the best...
Bats have gotten a bad reputation, but the truth is they are helpful to the environment around your house. The right species can control the night time insects near your home without interfering with the bird population. Find out for yourself--buy a bat...
A turkey can be much more challenging to raise than certain other animals. You should always do your research before agreeing to take care of any kind of animal, even one as common as a cat. Animals are complex creatures and each comes with their own...
Brown rats ("Rattus norvegicus") are also known as Norwegian rats, Norway rats, gray rats, sewer rats or wharf rats. Brown rats can range in color from black to brown to white. This species of rat is the one that produced today's stock of domesticated...
Hi this is Elise McMahon with expertvillage.com and this video series we are going to talking about flea and tick prevention. If you like to find more about my services you can visit my website canineheadstart.com. So in this short video clip we are...
Highland cattle are characteristically hardy, adaptable and bold in their ability to survive difficult terrain and harsh climate. The breed adapted to the harsh Highlands of Scotland and in doing so, developed the very characteristics of the breed that...
Setting out seeds in your back yard makes bird-watching easy. But as the weather turns cold, wild birds will be looking for a little fat, in addition to their normal diet of seeds, nuts and fruit, to help them survive the winter. These seed balls are...
The Akbash dog is a breed that is over three thousand years and was developed in Turkey as a primitive guardian and herder of livestock. The breed's name was derived from the Turkish word "Akbas" which means "white head". This is because all Akbash dogs...
When winning in the show ring with your horse is your goal, begin working to condition your horse far in advance of the show. Conditioning should become a part of your everyday routine and involve physical conditioning, coat conditioning, feeding and...
Many dogs get arthritis as they age. It can cause them a lot of pain and anguish, especially in the typical American home which is designed for the comfort of its human occupants. Fortunately, there are simple changes you can make to your home...
East Friesian Sheep are the most productive dairy sheep in the world. They have many good qualities that make them excellent livestock choices. There are several distinguishing characteristics that can help you to identify them from other breeds.
Keeping a pet sheep can be a rewarding experience and a great tool for teaching children responsibility and respect for animals. Sheep kept as pets should be females or neutered males. They should not have horns. Any breed of sheep makes a good pet, with...
A good breeding program is essential to any dairy farm for the simple reason that milk production is dependent on how many cows you have lactating at one time. Remember, too, that although people buy milk year-round, it's unnatural for cows to calve in...
Miniature cattle, or minis, are great for smaller farms and those who consider the costs of raising traditional cattle to be too expensive. Miniature cattle are used for meat and milk just like full-size cattle and it takes considerably less land to...
Newfoundlands are gentle and make great playmates for children. They can be fairly inactive and do not require a great deal of exercise. However, they are strong swimmers and thrive in the water. If you live near water, take them swimming as often as...
Good herd management will provide years of companionship, dairy products, and meat. Goats make good pets and show animals for smaller children.
Need a hiking buddy? Dogs make great companions, on and off the hiking trail. Selecting which dog is best for you and your lifestyle, as well as for hiking, may seem like a daunting task. Follow these simple steps and recommendations and, in no time, you...
Learn expert tips about what to consider when picking pets including climate, size, responsibilities and more in this free animal care video clip.
I'm Jim Lesle, animal trainer with Expert Village. Today we're talking about border collies, all your herding dogs, not just border collies, almost every single one of them have very long thick coats. Not only does this require a lot of grooming and care...
Dogs that live indoors will shed constantly throughout the year, particularly during summer months. Cats and other pets like rabbits and guinea pigs are also shedders. These animals can also suffer from hair balls if you don't groom them regularly.
Many people keep wood frogs as pets. They are small, cute and easy to care for if you take the time to research them! So read up and go out and get yourself a pet wood frog!
Dressing a dog to go outside may seem quite silly. Crazy as it may seem, indoor dogs actually need an extra layer during the winter months. Their bodies produce fur based on climate conditions. An indoor dog will not grow fur enough to keep himself warm...
Hoof crack is a condition common in horses that causes the hoof to become weak and crack. Hoof crack makes a horse unstable and weak. Preventing hoof crack keeps your horse from injury and infections. Horses get hoof crack from many different causes. Do...
Hi, I'm Kelli on behalf of Expert Village. I'm going to show you some techniques that I use to properly care for my horses feet. So, when you are applying a conditioner, of course, you want to condition the hoof wall, which is the outer portion of the...
With a history extending back over 2,000 years, Italian greyhounds are members of the toy group. They are the miniature version of the large, full-sized greyhounds. Originating in Greece and Turkey, Italian greyhounds get their name from their popularity...