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- Virus is tied to deaths of cricket species raised as pet reptile feed
A virus called cricket paralysis virus has been blamed for the deaths of 60 million insects at a farm in Canada. The insects belong to a cricket species known as Acheta domesticus, which is grown as food for certain zoo animals and pet reptiles. The cricket deaths reportedly have caused some producers to go out of business and disrupted supplies to pet stores in North America. Los Angeles Times/The Associated Press (1/12)
- Florida bird contracts Exotic Newcastle Disease
Wildlife officials in Florida reported that a cormorant at a bird sanctuary on the Gulf Coast has been found with Exotic Newcastle Disease, a disease that is contagious among pet birds and domestic poultry. The disease, which can trigger minor skin irritation in humans, is marked by muscular tremors, paralysis, coughing and other symptoms. The Miami Herald/The Associated Press (free registration) (1/11)
- Kansas confirms first CWD case in deer this year
A dead white-tailed deer found in Decatur County, Kan., has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, reportedly the state's first case of the fatal brain illness this year. The presence of CWD in the animal was confirmed after two rounds of testing conducted by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Iowa. The Salina Journal (Kan.) (1/11)
- Pandemic H1N1 found for the first time in U.K. turkeys
Health officials fearing avian flu in a flock of turkeys on a U.K. farm instead discovered that the birds were infected with Pandemic H1N1 2009, the first time the strain has been detected in Britain's birds. Officials have lifted restrictions on the farm since diagnosing the disease, which is far less deadly to flocks and poses no threat to food safety, they say. Farmers Guardian (U.K.) (1/12)
- Researchers study snake venom as possible cancer treatment
Researchers at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley say their snake-venom research is yielding promising potential treatments for breast, colon and skin cancer. The state's office of economic development recently awarded UNC researcher Stephen Mackessy a $50,480 grant to continue his research. KDVR-TV (Denver) (1/11)
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- Foot-and-mouth spreads; bird flu alert raised in S. Korea
Reuters (1/12)
- Sanofi aims to strengthen position in animal health market
Reuters (1/11)
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- Veterinarian cautions families with small children about pet ferrets
A veterinarian in Grain Valley, Mo., is warning families with small children against keeping ferrets as pets after a 4-month-old boy in Jackson County reportedly was attacked by a pet ferret, causing the child to lose seven fingers. "I would not describe them as dangerous because they should be kept in a cage, and they are only dangerous if they are unattended," the veterinarian says. The AVMA recommends that young children should not be left alone with any pet, regardless of the species. Read AVMA's brochure on the topic. WDAF-TV (Kansas City, Mo.) (1/11)
- Veterinarian urges rabies vaccinations for Va. livestock animals
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is urging livestock owners to have their animals vaccinated against rabies after recent cases of the disease were reported among pets and wildlife in the state. Rabies vaccination cuts the risks of infection and death from the disease, which is marked by aggressive behavior, lethargy and other signs, a state veterinarian said. WHSV-TV (Harrisonburg, Va.) (1/11)
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- Mass. area warns against contact with potentially rabid wild animals
The Daily News (Newburyport, Mass.) (1/11)
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- Business owners remain cautious as optimism wanes
If you're feeling a little less optimistic about your business these days, evidently you're not alone. The optimism index calculated by the National Federation of Independent Business fell in December, indicating that "[o]wners remain stubbornly cautious and uncertain about the future course of the economy and their business prospects," according to chief economist William Dunkelberg. Bloomberg Businessweek (1/11)
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- Miss. bill seeks tougher penalties for animal cruelty
A Mississippi legislator has introduced a bill that aims to make cruelty against cats and dogs a felony in the state. The measure, which seeks to impose up to a $10,000 fine and a maximum five-year prison term on first-time violators, would not apply to hunting, farming and other practices. Similar legislation failed to advance in the state last year. The Clarion-Ledger (Jackson, Miss.) (1/12)
- Other News
- N.C. agriculture agency orders shelter to shut down gas chamber
The Gaston Gazette (N.C.) (1/11)
- Ill. county rabies tag ordinance comes under fire
The Telegraph (Alton, Ill.) (1/11)
- N.Y. city debates backyard-chicken raising ordinance
WXXA-TV (Albany, N.Y.) (1/11)
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- Canadian chef backs off event in defense of foie gras
A chef in Quebec, Canada, reportedly backed out of an event in Ottawa after animal advocates pressured organizers to take out foie gras dishes from the chef's menu. The production of foie gras, which involves the force-feeding of ducks to produce enlarged livers, is partially banned in some U.S. states. According to this article, which cites AVMA, force-feeding of ducks, under ideal conditions, does not cause liver necrosis or injury. According to AVMA, this article incorrectly interprets the AVMA's information about foie gras. For more information, read the backgrounder on the Welfare Implications of Foie Gras Production. CTV.ca (Canada)/The Canadian Press (1/11)
- Valentine campaign aims to discourage chaining of pets
All Species Kinship, a campaign in Calhoun County, Mich., is urging residents, educators and students to participate in the initiative by handcrafting Valentines that are meant to educate pet owners about the dangers of chaining their pets outside the home 24 hours a day. Various studies have shown that chained dogs are more likely to be aggressive and to attack, and these results are supported by the AVMA, according to this article. Read a summary of Animal Tethering Prohibitions. Battle Creek Enquirer (Mich.) (1/11)
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- Hunting and food safety
Every good hunter knows safety is important, but food safety after the hunt is just as necessary to protect yourself, your family and your friends from potentially harmful foodborne disease. In the latest Chew on This podcast, Dr. Jeff Bender, director of the Center for Animal Health and Food Safety at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, talks about what you need to do before you bring home that deer or wild turkey for dinner. Listen to the podcast.
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