Fox Sounds You May Never Know Exist ~ Unless you watch this video ~ Fox sounds are one of the most mysterious aspects of a fox. Fox have the most varied system of calls in the canid kingdom. Not all of them can be explained, as the vocal patterns are so complex. Some fox sounds … Read more
WEIRD PERVERTED ANIMAL SEX FACTS ~ You NEVER Wanted to Know ~ There are some things you just don’t want to know, right? Like these weird perverted animal sex facts that you’re about to watch, because you’re not going to be able to resist watching it now. Am I right about that too? Go on, … Read more
This is the Story of Phoenix the Bearded Dragon by Ashley Prichard This is the story of Phoenix the Bearded Dragon, a pet lizard that was lucky enough to be rescued by Ashley and Richard Prichard one year ago. The following tale is told in Ashley’s own words. Enjoy. 🙂 My husband, Robert, found “Phoenix” … Read more
New Friskies Wet Cat Food Commercial ~ “Dear Kitten” ~ Have you seen the new Friskies wet cat food commercial? It’s just so darned cute I had to have it on my blog. I know you’ll enjoy it. Let me know what you thought of it in the comments below. ♥ Published on Jun 5, 2014 … Read more
South American Horned Frog aka Pacman Frog Get ready for some cuteness! The South American Horned Frog‘s scientific name is Ceratophrys ornata is a genus of frogs in the family Leptodactylidae, subfamily Ceratophryinae. They are also known as Pacman frogs. These frogs are relatively common in the pet trade and get their common (pet trade) … Read more
Bat Thought to be Extinct Found 120 Years After Last Sighting ~ Papua New Guinea ~ Pharotis imogene, a big-eared bat thought to be extinct for the last 120 years has been found in the forests Papua New Guinea by student researchers from the University of Queensland during a field expedition. This species of bat … Read more
By Dr. Becker
Acral lick dermatitis, or ALD, is an injury caused by chronic licking that leads to inflammation and irritation of the skin.
If the licking occurs in one central spot that becomes thickened over time, it’s called an acral lick granuloma. A lick granuloma is a firm, raised, and ulcerated area of the skin that doesn’t heal because the kitty’s constant attention prevents the open wound from closing. The licking and inflammation make the skin itchy, which causes more licking, and a vicious cycle of licking and itching can occur.
Acral lick dermatitis can occur in any cat of any age and either gender. The condition is much more common in dogs than in cats, but because it can occur in cats and I’ve had requests for a video, here it is!
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Considering getting a pet dragon? Our Bearded Dragon FAQ has everything you need to know from feeding and housing, to heating and lighting.
Bearded Dragons Linked to Salmonella Outbreak Bearded dragons linked to salmonella outbreak, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has reported, after tracing a two-year-old salmonella outbreak throughout the United States. The CDC has also stated that these pet lizards were purchased from a number of stores in multiple states. 132 People in 31 States Sickened by Salmonella … Read more
Today I am sharing some general information about Bearded Dragons with you. Why? Because I’ve recently become a Bearded Dragon junky. Maybe you’d like to join me in my addiction? 🙂 Isn’t this one a handsome one? General Information about Bearded Dragons The term “bearded dragon” is most commonly used to describe the central … Read more