Posted by Grange Co-op on 15th May 2015
Many physiological functions in horses are influenced by body condition, including maintenance, reproductive and exercising requirements.
A system called Body Condition Scoring can be used to rate ideal body condition.
This condition scoring system is based on visual appraisal and palpable fat cover on six areas of your horse’s body.Description of individual condition scores (Score 1-9)
1. POOR: Animal extremely emaciated,spinous p… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 6th May 2015
Meeting other dogs at the dog park, visiting locations where other dogs have been, boarding your dog while you are away from home, or just having your dog exposed to this highly infectious bacteria can cause your dog to contract Bordetella, also known as kennel cough. This is a highly infectious bacterial disease of the upper respiratory system. If your pet is not vaccinated prior to being exposed they can exhibit a dry, hacking cough, runny n… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 1st Apr 2015
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pond just doesn't seem complete without a few fish cruising around beneath its surface. Not only do they look great, but they help reduce the insect population by feeding on the waterborne larvae of annoying insects like the mosquitoes and gnats. There are many ornamental fish suitable for a pond but the two most popular varieties are goldfish and Koi.
If you are stocking your pond, make sure you select your fish from a quality supplier… Read more
Posted by Grange Co-op on 3rd Mar 2015
Male: A stocky, bright yellow and black bird; has a yellow body, darker head with a bright yellow eyebrow; black and white wings. The conical bill is yellow in winter and pale green during summer.
Female: Similar to male, with softer colors, gray head and throat.
Immature: Same as female, but with a brown bill.Nesting:
Female builds a cup nest of lichens, twigs, roots and mosses lined with finer materials, place at the end of a tree bran… Read more