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Features • April 20, 2021

13 Animals With Big Eyes

The animal world consists of creatures with diverse and interesting characteristics. For this reason, we are all so hooked on nature documentaries. Large eyes are characteristic of some animals that set them apart. Animals with big eyes sometimes appear cute, although this is not limited to just mammals – some insect and lizard species have […]

Victor Anunobi • June 30, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What Is Monkeypox?

Monkeypox is a rare, infectious disease that is caused by the monkeypox virus. The monkeypox virus can affect humans and certain animals. The disease cases are often found close to the tropical rainforests, where there are animals that carry the monkeypox virus. The disease may be spread from body fluids, handling bushmeat, contaminated objects, close […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What Causes Cysticercosis in Animals?

Cysticercosis is a disease, which affects the muscles of infected animals. The livestock species that are generally affected include cattle and pigs. The larvae of a human tapeworm induce cysticercosis. There have never been any known cases of porcine cysticercosis (pig) in Canada, and it is induced by the larvae of the human tapeworm called […]

Oluwafemi Peter • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What is Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE)?

Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE) is a disease caused by a virus transmitted by tick bites. You will also get Tick-borne Encephalitis by eating or consuming unpasteurized milk items (such as milk and cheese) from tainted goats, sheep or cows. Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE) is a bacterial infectious disease of the central nervous system. The condition is most […]

Aigbini Jennifer • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

Who is a Veterinarian?

A vet is also called a veterinarian. A veterinarian is a person who cares for the health of animals by giving them medical treatments. They are doctors that treat animals. A veterinarian has the knowledge of treating sick and injured animals of different kinds either small animals, large farms, animals, or wild animals. Some vet […]

Hope Ehikioya • February 24, 2025

Features • February 18, 2021

What Is Animal Flu?

Animal flu, also known as animal influenza, is a disease caused by animal influenza viruses. Influenza is a respiratory illness common among humans and a handful of some animal species, some domestic and wild birds, chickens, ducks, pigs, horses, including some aquatic animals like whale and farm carnivores. However, animal flu can cross the specie […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What Is Orf Infection?

Orf infection is a viral infection that affects the skin. It can be acquired through the handling of infected sheep or goats. Orf infection is a disease caused by Parapoxvirus, also known as contagious ecthyma, contagious pustular dermatitis, or scrappy mouth. It is a zoonotic disease, which implies that is it an infection caused by […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Features • February 18, 2021

What Is Brucellosis?

Brucellosis is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called Brucella that can spread from animals to people. People are commonly infected by consuming raw or unpasteurized dairy products. Although, the bacteria that cause Brucellosis can spread through the air or direct contact with infected animals. There are different strains of Brucella bacteria. Some […]

Aigbini Jennifer • November 23, 2024

Features • February 17, 2021

What Is Glanders?

Glanders is an infectious zoonotic disease, which appears mostly in mules, horses, and donkeys. It can be contracted by humans and other animals like cats, dogs, and goats. Glanders is influenced by an infection known as the bacterium Burkholderia Mallei. Glanders is primitive in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Central, and South America. It has […]

Oluwafemi Michael • November 23, 2024

Features • February 17, 2021

Should I Use Essential Oils on or Around My Pet Bird?

Essential oils are becoming much more famous today as a way to do many things, from easing anxiety to healing various medical conditions. Essential oils were originally used in aromatherapy, but they have since been considered very potent and natural options for regular medicine, and more people now use them in their homes. Some people […]

Emmanuella Oluwafemi • June 30, 2024