Monthly Archives: July 2012

More bad news (and treats) from China…

According to the Veterinary Information Network, vets are now reporting health problems linked to sweet potato treats similar to those related to chicken jerky treats also made in China. This is all annecdotal, but play it safe:  buy US-only made … Continue reading

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SNAKES (again)

Aletha forwarded an excellent article on rattlesnake bites by, of all organizations, REI.  The big take-aways are that if you avoid snakes, you’re unlikely to get bitten, and if you do, you’re unlikely to die. Salient reassuring points: Of the … Continue reading

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