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The New York State Law against animal fighting has been upgraded for animal fight spectators to a misdemeanor crime which is punishable by up to a year in prison and a $1,000 fine. Governor Cuomo signed the bill into law in 2011, making it the first major upgrade in New York animal fighting laws in […]
Fila Brasileiro
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Brazil Group: Guard dog Height: males 25-29 in., females 23-27 in. Weight: males 110 lbs., females 90 lbs. Life span: 9-11 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes with family Good with other pets: yes with family What is the origin of the Fila Brasileiro? The Fila Brasileiro’s ancestors were […]
Cancer in Birds
The incidence of cancer in birds is somewhat high. Causes and treatment often depend on the species of bird. Birds can suffer from a variety of cancers – lymphomas, melanomas, carcinomas. Parakeets, budgies and cockatiels appear to be more prone to cancer than other species of bird. Budgies under 5 years old can have kidney, […]