Pets

Fungal Infections Spreading: Pets and Vets at Risk of Rare Illness – Shocking Report from CDC!

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TOPEKA, KANSAS – A recent report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention revealed a cluster of rare fungal infections in two pet cats and a veterinarian who treated them. These cases, occurring in late 2022 and early 2023, were linked to a fungus known as Sporothrix schenckii. The CDC’s findings come amidst ongoing monitoring of a similar fungal infection in cats in South America, caused by a related fungus called Sporothrix brasiliensis, which …

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Rabies Alert! Fox and Skunk Test Positive in Salinas – Are Your Pets Safe?

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Salinas, California – The discovery of two woodland creatures testing positive for rabies in Salinas has raised concerns among residents and pet owners. A skunk found near Rider Avenue and Del Monte Avenue, along with a fox near Constitution Boulevard and East Laurel Drive, were confirmed to have rabies by the Monterey County Health Department. As a result, owned pets exposed to the infected animals have been quarantined, with ongoing investigations to assess potential human …

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American XL Bully Dogs Banned in England and Wales: Owners Must Take These Steps to Keep Their Pets!

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London, England – A new ban on American XL bully dogs has been implemented in England and Wales as a result of a series of violent attacks. The ban requires owners to apply for an exemption, provide evidence of neutering and liability insurance, and ensure that their pets are muzzled and leashed in public. This comes in response to a significant increase in fatal dog attacks in the U.K. since 2021, with at least 23 …

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