In the early part of 2014, a young boy in California died from the bite of his pet rat. The illness is called Rat Bite Fever (Streptobacillus monoliforms). It is a bacterial infection that can be transmitted by the animal several ways – a bite or scratch, mucous secretions of the mouth, nose and eyes, […]
Pet owners should be concerned with environmental issues such as global warming, dwindling natural resources, pollution, overpopulation, habitat destruction and disappearing wildlife. The cleaner the environment we live in, the cleaner the environment our pets live in as well. Environmentally-friendly choices begin with choosing to adopt the right pet and continue with responsible care and […]
Tour for Life Pet Adoption Event is Coming to a City Near You! North Shore Animal League America’s Tour for Life® 2014, the world’s largest cooperative mobile pet adoption event, is traveling across the country and partnering with shelter and rescue groups in 52 cities in 26 states, plus Washington D.C. Please join us for […]
