Ryan Corrigan, LVT, VTS-EVN

How to

Build a Quail Habitat

If you are interested in keeping quail, you will need to provide a good environment for your birds. Quail will thrive better and be healthier in a habitat in which they feel safe, secure, and at home. Since quail are so...

How to

Get Rid of Snakes

Snakes are common in many parts of the world, and if you have a big yard that's home to a variety of plants and insects, chances are you encounter them from time to time. The presence of snakes indicates an ecosystem is ...

How to

Treat a Cat with a Stuffy Nose

A stuffy nose can make your cat miserable. You can help your feline friend by first identifying the cause of its stuffy nose. Once you figure out why your cat has a stuffy nose, you can treat it with medication or by let...

How to

Treat Diarrhea in Rabbits

Rabbits have specialized digestive systems, and are prone to issues such as diarrhea. They produce two kinds of droppings: feces and cecotropes. True diarrhea occurs when both are watery and, while rare in adult rabbits,...

How to

Keep Diapers on a Dog

Dogs aren’t naturally comfortable wearing diapers, so they will often pull or scratch them off. However, there are many options available to help owners keep diapers on their dogs for more than a few minutes. A belly b...

How to

Heal a Leg Fracture in a Rabbit

If your rabbit is in pain with an injured leg, quickly get it the medical care it needs. If your rabbit seems to be in pain, the leg is dangling, or your rabbit is limping, it may have a leg fracture. You can recognize p...

A Complete Guide to Feeding a Mother Dog After Labor

What to feed your dog after she has puppies After a mother dog gives birth, you will need to give her some extra care. Specifically, she will need to be fed and hydrated properly in order to assure that she and her puppi...

How to

Use an Ehmer Sling

An “Ehmer” sling is a binding technique used by veterinarians to stabilize a dislocated hind leg in dogs. The configuration of the wrap reduces the movement of the injured leg, preventing further injury and allowing ...

How to

Raise Nigerian Dwarf Goats

Nigerian dwarf goats make a fun addition to your home or small farm, but they are livestock that come with their own special needs. When getting goats, make sure you have enough room for them to romp around and play, and...

How to

Diagnose and Treat the Cause of Deformed Cat Nails

No matter how well you take care of your cat’s claws, they may end up with a problem that causes one or more of them to be deformed. This can be due to age, trauma, or an infection. To figure out if there is something ...

How to

Treat Mastitis in a Goat

Mastitis is an inflammation of the udders, often caused by poor hygiene or trauma to the goat's skin. It can be caused by viral, bacterial, or fungal infections, though bacterial infections seem to be the most prevalent....

How to

Measure Dog Height

Measuring a dog's height can be important when assessing how much it has grown over time, or when showing it in dog shows. The height measurement on a dog is done from the ground to its withers. The withers is the highes...

How to

Bathe a Chicken

Chickens can usually keep themselves clean by taking regular dust baths and practicing natural grooming. However, if your chicken is ill, injured, or a show bird, then you may need to bathe it yourself. To bathe your bir...

How to

Read Bunny Ear Signals

Rabbits are expressive animals and their characteristic, floppy ears are one of the many methods they use to share their feelings. Some postures, like pointing their ears backwards, can have multiple meanings. Thus, you ...

How to Help Your Dog When They're Having a Stroke

Caring for your canine friend during and after a stroke Canine stroke caused by vestibular disease occurs most often in dogs over the age of seven. However, it can happen at any time in your dog’s life, and it’s impo...

How to

Tell the Age of a Horse

If you want to know how old a horse is, your best option is always to check any breeding, registration, or veterinary records that include birth or age information. If you don’t have access to these, you can try to use...

How to

Clean a Horse's Hoof

Cleaning a horse's hooves is an important part of keeping your equine friend healthy. Regular cleanings remove dirt, manure, stones, and anything else that gets lodged in the inner part of the hoof. It also gives you a c...

How to

Milk a Cow

If you find yourself face-to-udder with a cow and are having a hard time getting milk, it’s because milking a cow is not as easy as it may look. Before you begin milking, secure the cow’s head so that she can’t wan...

How to

Care for Baby Goats

Having baby goats, or kids, can be an exciting time. As fun as they may be, they still require excellent care to help them grow up. Try following some of the best general practices to keep your new kids happy and healt...

How to

Hold a Chicken

Although chickens are lovable pets, picking them up can be a daunting task. Learning how to correctly hold your chicken is important for health checks, showing, and forming a friendly, trusting bond. Use plenty of treats...