The Tagus estuary (Estuário do Tejo) is a very important stop-over on the East Atlantic Flyway. The birding delights of the estuary are a 30-minute drive from the Lisbon international airport. So close, you would think there’s nothing one can do to improve the location of this fantastic birding spot. However, the Portuguese government thinks […]
Have you ever considered how cats seem to instinctively know where to go when nature calls, while dogs often require dozens of potty-training repetitions? What makes cats such tidy creatures? Are their brains naturally wired for cleanliness? Despite what many think, cats are not born knowing how to use the litter box, but many learn […]
There is a huge difference in the ability to swim and attempting to “swim” because one’s life is in danger. It’s kind of like saying that “fish can walk on land,” if you call flopping around and flipping about in order to try and get back into the water, “walking!” In short, chameleons will attempt […]
Identifying the root cause of groin licking in dogs for effective relief and care Index: Introduction Common Reasons Dogs Lick Their Groin2.1 Muscle Sprain or Injury2.2 Lumbar or Sacral Spinal Injury or Misalignment2.3 Urinary Bladder Issues2.4 Hernias and Genital Concerns2.5 Other Possible Causes Managing Skin Irritation and Inflammation from Licking Summary of Recommendations 1. Introduction If your […]
Bugs? The perfect gift for mom? Really? OK, this one is going to take some explaining! In reality, there are lots of reasons why you should seriously consider such a seemingly preposterous suggestion. You see…birds love bugs, and moms love birds. When your yard and feeders offer an abundant source of […]
Usually our first stop at the children’s hospital is the lobby but it was quiet and the front desk person told us there were patients in surgery. So we headed up there instead. And it was good that we did! The moment we arrived, the doctor said, “I know somebody who really wants to see […]
The green sea turtle is a fascinating turtle that can be found throughout the world in various oceans. An ancient species, it is thought that they came to be 110 million years ago when the dinosaurs were still roaming the earth. If you want to learn more about these turtles, like why they are actually […]
The health and safety hazards of retractable dog leashes you need to be aware of Before I get into the nitty-gritty of why retractable leashes can endanger your dog’s well-being, I’d like to invite you to do an experiment. If you have a dog collar nearby, put it on your neck, attach a retractable leash […]
The pier in Ijmuiden, a coastal town west of Amsterdam, is a popular sea-watching site in the Netherlands as it allows one to get further out than from the beach. It is an excellent site in the winter months in particular, when seabirds including ducks, divers and grebes are quite reliable here. I’ve visited Ijmuiden […]
Dr. Karyn Kanowski, BVSc MRCVS (Vet) Karyn comes from Queensland, Australia, and has lived in the UK for the past 10 years. In 2010, she graduated from The University of Queensland School of Veterinary Science and also has a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology. She is passionate about using evidence, experience, and owner collaboration to provide […]
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