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Fumes from a fish tank hospitalise 10
Chemicals were released from coral in the tank whilst it was being cleaned. Chemical released from coral inside the tank...
US vets perform pioneering CT scan on a python
The veterinary team had previously used radiographs to assess Hanna, but found that they were affected by her skin and...
Microchipping plea after two stray parrots found in Cardiff
The second parrot, which was found at Vale College, Cardiff, last Wednesday. Owners urged to make sure birds are fitted...
Trafficked pets released back into the wild
“It is such a joy to see these animals go back to the wild where they belong." Turtles and tortoises...
Canada becomes leading exporter of Mexican tarantulas
Mexican breeders legally produce between 11,000 and 14,000 tarantulas every year. Breeders trading more species to meet growing demand Canada...
Two raccoon dogs rescued from same village
Both animals were found in Burneside near Kendal on 17 February. Charity believes the pair are escaped pets The RSPCA...
Rat owners urged to practise safe handling
Researchers pinpointed 24 people in Canada and the US who developed acute Seoul virus infections after contact with pet rats....
Zebra mice rescued from home containing 100 rodents
Zebra mice are native to Africa and require large cages with lots of enrichment. Anonymous tip-off alerts charity to rodents...
Retailers urged not to stock ‘glue traps’
Retailers urged not to stock ‘glue traps’ Indiscriminate traps cause ‘unacceptable suffering’, charity warns The RSPCA is urging...
New guidance on the use of formaldehyde in fish
"Formaldehyde has been used as both a biocide and a medicine on UK freshwater fish farms for a long time"...