Stay tuned for additional avian flu updates. In the meantime, check this tidbit out on pet bird regulation.
The recent article on the bird flu scare came from the UK. The bottom line for pet owners? Don’t panic most veterinarians state that because pet birds are isolated from wild birds there should not be a concern. Use care when purchasing birds from unknown sources.
Most animal professionals know that it really is owner irresponsiblity that creates problem pets. One of the most striking are those involving specific breeds such as pit bulls. Here is yet another example of a free roaming pit bull attacking a dog.
I just finished Cesar Millan’s new book. He brings up some interesting points that tie into the current immigration issues…but I babble. He has a big following and his book should do well, although I didn’t find anything new, Cesar reinforces what we all teach…owners need to set guidelines for their pets and keep them active. Anyway along with highlighting the same old problems we all encounter when working with people and their pets he inserts some interesting commentary. It was a quick read and you might enjoy it so order it here:
