Choosing a pet: A guide to finding the right companion for your home

Introducing a pet into your home is an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it comes with great responsibility. Whether you are considering a playful puppy, a cuddly kitten, or a chirpy bird, finding the right pet for your home requires careful consideration. Each animal has its own needs, temperament, and care requirements. To ensure a harmonious relationship and a happy home environment, it is crucial to choose a pet that fits well with your lifestyle,...

Monkeypox disrupts lives of pets, especially rodents, in Europe

Health authorities in Europe have advised monkeypox patients who have pets, particularly rodents, to have them isolated in government laboratories or, as a last resort, euthanized. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) warned that such pets could become a reservoir of monkeypox, leading to the disease becoming endemic in Europe. The isolated animals are to be tested by PCR for exposure to monkeypox before their quarantine ends. “Rodent pets should ideally be...