Exotic pets have become popular in recent years and are a booming industry. Some animal welfare organizations, such as PETA, are concerned with the dangers to both animals and humans resulting from trading in exotic animals. Transport of animals may be inhumane, and many animals will not survive the trip. This is especially true when […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Coat Type: short, dense, glossy Color: all cat colors Temperament: intelligent, playful, affectionate, good with children & dogs Cat of the Month for December Manx typically have no tail or just a stub. This playful cat loves to jump high and gets along with dogs. Where does the Manx […]
Associate Professor of Microbiology at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School of Medicine, Dr. Ronald Harty and his team are researching viruses and their molecular traits. They are working towards reducing and/or eliminating their ability to spread infection. Viruses such as Ebola do not reproduce by themselves but by a process called “budding”. These viruses […]
