Q. With 15 paddocks we would like to spray a grass growth retardant along the fence line to cut down on the amount of trimming. We are concerned that it may have some effect on the horses. We are already planting endophyte free grass to eliminate stomach problems in the horses.
A. Check with your vet and with your local agricultural extension agent about this, Nancy. They are in the best position to advise you as to whether or not the chemical you are thinking of using is likely to be toxic to your horses. Also, make a point of READING THE LABEL on whatever product you decide to use, and make sure you understand how to mix and apply the product before you use it. Another thing you need to do is pay close attention to the MDSS information that is provided with all such chemicals, and abide by that. MDSS stands for Material Data Safety Sheet. This is something that all manufacturers of chemicals must provide with or on their products- that's required by federal law. MDSS sheets contain information about freezing points, boiling points, corrosiveness, acidity, and other properties of chemicals, including fire and explosion hazard data. There will also be information about what chemicals react badly when exposed to one another or to things like heat or cold. IF the product you are thinking of using does not have a MDSS symbol on its label, then you should ask the manager of the place you're buying it from if you can access the MDSS online at the manufacturer's website.
Remember, the more you know and understand about chemicals of this type, the better equipped you will be to protect both yourself and your horses. Some retardants and herbicides are very toxic, others are less so. It varies. That's why you need to research this thoroughly before you decide what to do or to use. Good luck.
Remember, the more you know and understand about chemicals of this type, the better equipped you will be to protect both yourself and your horses. Some retardants and herbicides are very toxic, others are less so. It varies. That's why you need to research this thoroughly before you decide what to do or to use. Good luck.
How do the Bears enter the season optimistically knowing they did nothing to improve that horrible O line?
Q. The ball starts at the line of scrimmage.
A. I've always thought that O-line was the most important aspect of a team. The Bears didn't do much about it but it's not like they're the worst. There are several positives to consider.
Chris Williams already has a year under his belt so maybe he'll step up his game as expected.
Olin Kreutz is way past his prime, but knows the position well, and is the perfect vet for the others to learn from.
Mike Tice is a supposed O-line guru, so he could be of good help.
Other than that, I'm praying that I won't see a repeat of last year.
Chris Williams already has a year under his belt so maybe he'll step up his game as expected.
Olin Kreutz is way past his prime, but knows the position well, and is the perfect vet for the others to learn from.
Mike Tice is a supposed O-line guru, so he could be of good help.
Other than that, I'm praying that I won't see a repeat of last year.
What care/medications is necessary from the vet for my dog?
Q. I have to take my dog to the vet for his rabies shot and I want him to get a general check up too.
BUT, every time I go to the vet I feel like they want to give my dog every kind of medication (he's healthy) and rack up a huge bill.
What kind of medications (vaccinations, etc.) should I REALLY be worrying about?
Thanks!
BUT, every time I go to the vet I feel like they want to give my dog every kind of medication (he's healthy) and rack up a huge bill.
What kind of medications (vaccinations, etc.) should I REALLY be worrying about?
Thanks!
A. Dogs most certainly DO NOT need yearly vaccinations, that's an old line that some vets use to get you to do more than is needed.
Over vaccination has shown to trigger some immune diseases in dogs, it is not necessary to vaccinate your dog every year once he has had the basic puppy shots and booster.
Only vaccination mandated by law is rabies vaccination.
It has been shown for some time that vaccinations last a great deal longer than a year - some are lifetime.
Use some common sense, do some real research and don't blindly do what your vet wants if he is an old line vet who routinely vaccinates dogs every year - that's for his financial betterment, not the dog's health.
I'd go for the 3 year rabies vaccination, booster shots for what's prevalent in your area if your dog is under 6, after that I question ANY vaccination - except, of course, the rabies because it is required by law.
Make sure your dog is on heartworm preventative and flea/tick preventative - either Advantix or Frontline Plus works well.
Aside from that, decent food and exercise should keep your dog well.
Over vaccination has shown to trigger some immune diseases in dogs, it is not necessary to vaccinate your dog every year once he has had the basic puppy shots and booster.
Only vaccination mandated by law is rabies vaccination.
It has been shown for some time that vaccinations last a great deal longer than a year - some are lifetime.
Use some common sense, do some real research and don't blindly do what your vet wants if he is an old line vet who routinely vaccinates dogs every year - that's for his financial betterment, not the dog's health.
I'd go for the 3 year rabies vaccination, booster shots for what's prevalent in your area if your dog is under 6, after that I question ANY vaccination - except, of course, the rabies because it is required by law.
Make sure your dog is on heartworm preventative and flea/tick preventative - either Advantix or Frontline Plus works well.
Aside from that, decent food and exercise should keep your dog well.
What is a good school to attend to become a vet technician?
Q. I was thinking about becoming a vet technician and I was wondering what schools have a good reputation. I would also like to take online courses as well.
A. The American Veterinary Medical Association accredits vet tech schools. In some states, you have to graduate from an AVMA accredited school to take your licensing exams. As long as you choose one of these programs you should be good to go. There are a few that are accredted that are on-line, but those will require a "mentorship" with a veterinary clinic so that you can learn the clinical skills such as drawing blood, placing catheters, etc.
You can find a list of accredited programs here:
http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vettech_programs/vettech_programs.asp
You can find a list of accredited programs here:
http://www.avma.org/education/cvea/vettech_programs/vettech_programs.asp
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