Lymphedemia is a swelling due to improper drainage of the lymph system. German Shorthaired Pointers, poodles, Labrador retrievers and Old English Sheepdogs are prone to this disease. Symptoms Swelling of the legs that typically starts at the foot and advances toward the body. This most commonly happens in the hind legs. Swelling of the chest,abdomen, […]
The CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) reported an outbreak of salmonella in several states that occurred in September of 2011. The states involved are Alabama, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Washington. The outbreak is attributed to hedgehogs purchased from multiple breeders. While all reptiles carry salmonella, it is not known if all hedgehogs […]
Wayne Pacelle, President and CEO of HSUS, announces the H-Couture Fashion Show 2012 to be held in Los Angeles, Saturday, September 22nd. Mr. Pacelle informs us that the global toll of mink, foxes, bobcats, raccoon dogs and even dogs and cats , their fur being used for garments, is more than 50 million yearly. The […]
