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Turtles

Turtles can be a fun pet and are especially appropriate for a small home since they don’t need a lot of space. If you purchase a turtle from a pet store, make sure the pet store owners are knowledgeable about turtles and that the turtles seem well-cared for. Have the turtle checked out by a […]
Cat Health

FDA Warning – Vet Jet Device

The FDA warns that there is a possible risk of fractures to cats with the use of the Vet Jet transdermal vaccination system device. The device, made by Bioject Inc., is sold exclusively as the delivery system for the Merial product, Purevax, a feline leukemia vaccine. The vaccination is delivered throught the skin. Three adverse […]
Rats

A Rat’s Tail

A rat’s tail has other uses besides helping with balance. Rats regulate their body temperature with their tails which serve as heat loss organs. The tail contains many blood vessels, especially at mid-length and tip which help keep their body temperature at the right level. The process is called thermoregulation. If body temperature rises, the […]