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We think it’s important to remind you of pet safety during the holiday season. So we put together a few tips to help you. Christmas tree ornaments and decorations should be placed high on the tree, if possible out the reach of pets. Try using ornaments that don’t shatter if they fall. Replace any hooks […]
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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 […]