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Mockingbird

Mockingbirds can be found in the United States, Cuba, Mexico, the Antilles, the Galapagos and the Bahamas. They are the state bird of Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi and Florida. They were popular as caged pets in the 18th and 19th centuries (see Thomas Jeffrson) and are experiencing a revival now. Mockingbirds weigh about 50 grams and […]
Alerts

ALERT – FDA and 3-Nitro

Alpharma, a subsidiary of Pfizer Inc. will suspend sales in 30 days of 3-Nitro (Roxarsone), used by poultry producers since the 1940s. An FDA study of 100 broiler chickens detected inorganic arsenic, a known carcinogen, in higher levels in the livers of those treated with 3-Nitro. Scientists report that organic arsenic, less toxic and present […]
Animal Welfare

Advice from Pet Plan about Pet Insurance

Here’s some sound advice from Pet Plan, a pet insurance company, telling you what to ask for when purchasing a plan for your pet(s). Pet insurance is designed to safeguard you against a major financial loss if your pet ever has an accident or becomes ill. It’s a sound investment for your furry family, but […]