How Many Animals Are Rescued Each Year by Animal Care & Control of New York City?
A. Animal Care & Control of New York City (AC&C) is the largest animal organization in the Northeast, rescuing nearly…
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What kind of dogs are trained to be leader dogs for the blind or visually impaired?
A: Leader Dogs for the Blind primarily trains Labradors, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherd dogs to become leader or guide…
How long has Lyme disease been around?
A: Lyme disease was first reported as a dermatologic lesion in humans in the late 1800s in a Scandinavian medical…
What state is the future home of the new National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF)?
A. Kansas. This $650 million research facility with a state-of-the-art lab will ultimately replace the Plum Island Animal Disease Center…
When Was Formalized Veterinary Medicine Founded?
A: 1761 marks the founding of the first veterinary school in Lyon, France, formalizing veterinary education. The international veterinary community…
What is a Veterinary Specialist? How are they different from a family veterinarian?
A: In addition to completing undergraduate training and four years of veterinary school, Board-certified Veterinary Specialists are similar to their…
What retailer has introduced its own line of Earth conscious Pet Products?
A: PETCO has introduced “”Planet Petco,”” a full line of earth-conscious products that encourage sustainability. Read more about them in…
What is the new human animal bond initiative sponsored by AAPA, Petco and Pfizer Animal Health?
A: HABRI, or the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative Foundation. The first project will be to establish a database of…
How Many Special Sections Does the Pet Industry’s Largest Trade Show Have?
A: With 2,366 booths sold, the most in the Show’s history, and 822 exhibiting companies, Global Pet Expo 2011 is…
What is I Love NYC Pets Month?
A: February is a big month for animals in New York City. All the action is going down on Saturday,…
