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How To (And Not To) Transport Wild Birds

10,000 Birds

They showed me their wounds! The carrier was a normal cardboard box, but the opossum was nestled on a square of white fur, surrounded by pinecones and greenery, and all of it was festively tied with a ribbon. “Almost restores your faith in humanity!” ” I wrote.

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Your Dog and Fleas

4 The Love Of Animals

Itching and biting the fur; a flea’s saliva will cause your dog to itch and scratch his skin. Similar to a human reaction to a mosquito bite. Hot spots; these are red, open wounds caused by licking and biting the skin. Soak your dog’s fur with this spray outdoors ( as the fleas may jump off your dog) and comb through.

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