Contact with a reptile is a major source of salmonella infection. About half the cases of salmonella in children under the age of 5 are caused by this. About 90% of all reptile pets carry salmonella. They may sometimes shed it in their feces, which causes it to remain on surfaces for a long period […]
Ruth tells us that Bracken’s osteosarcoma was misdiagnosed for months. Unwilling to give up when diagnosis was finally made, Ruth pursued treatment. Bracken’s leg and hip were amputated and she had 4 chemotherapy rounds with carboplatin, the drug of choice. Miraculously, the cancer never returned. Bracken survived over 7 years after amputation and chemotherapy under […]
Our homes are sanctuaries for our pets. But often, things we take for granted, part of our everyday lives, can pose dangers to them. Here are some tips that can help avoid serious situations for our pets. Some pets are capable of opening cabinets, drawers or closets. Sometimes we forget to close them. To avoid […]
