The Kroger Company is recalling select packages of pet food sold in some of its retail stores because the products may contain aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring fungus produced by many species of Aspergillus. These potent fungi are commonly known to cause chronic liver disease and cancer. Symptoms are lethargy, sluggishness, anorexia, vomiting, bloody […]
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 […]
During World War II, a British woman named Maria Dickin felt that animals should be rewarded for their courage and service during wartime. Appalled at the living conditions of the poor in London’s East End, Ms. Dickin, a wealthy socialite was even more concerned for the animals living there. Conditions were even worse for the […]
