Independence was the farthest point westward on the Missouri River where steamboats or other cargo vessels could travel, due to the convergence of the Kansas River with the Missouri River approximately six miles west of town, near the current Kansas-Missouri border.
Honey Benefits for Dogs. Honey benefits dogs in numerous ways. Topically it heals wounds. Internally, it provides numerous sources of nutrients, such as vitamins A, B complex, C, D, E and K, plus minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and more. It helps dogs with allergies, fights infections, and helps with digestive problems.
If you notice any symptoms of low blood sugar, you should immediately administer 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup to your pet. Make sure the pet ingests the honey or the syrup. If you place the honey under the dog's tongue or rub it on his gums, the sugar will get into the blood flow even faster.