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Companion Bird Biosecurity: Protecting Your Feathered Friends

Keeping companion birds safe and healthy requires careful attention to biosecurity, especially considering the ongoing risk of avian influenza. Whether you care for chickens, turkeys, or other feathered companions, implementing preventative measures is essential to minimize their exposure to harmful pathogens. By evaluating risk levels, limiting access to bird areas, and following other biosecurity best […]

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Egg Supply Shortages: The Hidden Costs of Avian Influenza

Californians may have noticed empty shelves in the egg aisle or felt the sting of rising prices for a dozen eggs. Behind this shortage is a devastating outbreak of H5N1, or avian influenza, that has swept through the state’s egg farms, killing millions of birds and highlighting systemic issues in industrial farming. In the past

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Avian Influenza Alert: Understanding the Risks and Taking Action

Recent reports have highlighted the concerning spread of avian influenza, particularly the H5N1 strain, which has been a persistent threat in the United States since 2022. This highly virulent strain has led to significant mortality rates across various species, requiring increased awareness and precautionary measures. The Impact Instances of avian influenza have been devastating, with

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Ideas and Recipes for an Easy Vegan Thanksgiving

Are you lost in the dark about a vegan Thanksgiving?  We’ve got your back! This easy guide is just the beginning of what a turkey-friendly table can look like. In this article are several links to not only show you what to eat, but how to prepare dishes using simple recipes. Feeling extra creative? Get started experimenting early,

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Staying Fire Safe: Making a Plan for your Animal Companions

My phone rang at midnight. The Sheriff’s Department mandated I evacuate due to a nearby fire. Terrified, I fled to my parents with my daughter, dogs, cat, important documents, and some clothes. The fire moved in the opposite direction and leveled 13 homes.  That was in October 2017. For years, the California fire season occurred

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