Classroom Pets: Things to Consider
Having pets in school classrooms is a somewhat controversial subject. For every good point that’s raised (e.g., promoting empathy, entertainment, learning about animals and their care) there are bad points
Cancer is a Cellular Delinquent
Like people, our pets’ bodies develop cancer cells throughout their lifetime. In the lucky ones, these cells remain dormant and no malignancy ever grows; in others, the cells go mad
Common Diseases of Hedgehogs
Of the 17 different species of hedgehogs found throughout the world not a single one is native to North America, but that has not stopped these cute little immigrants from
Antibiotic Use in Pets
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. They kill invading bacteria without killing the surrounding cells. Antibiotics are made both from living organisms such as fungi, molds, and certain soil
AAFCO Pet Food Labeling
Pet food marketing can get confusing. The labeling does not provide detailed nutritional information and it’s easily misunderstood by consumers. Try as you might, sometimes reading the label doesn’t give
Anaplasmosis
Anaplasmosis is a tick-borne disease. Two forms of anaplasmosis are known: granulocytic anaplasmosis and infectious cyclic thrombocytopenia. Granulocytic anaplasmosis is more common. A dog can have both infections at the