The amount of cats that have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism in the last three decades has increased, and surprisingly fish flavoured cat food could be the culprit. Hyperthyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland produces an excess of hormones. Excessive amounts of these thyroid hormones can cause thyrotoxicosis. It has previously been thought that cats being exposed to flame …
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Do Fish Feel Pain?
Have you ever thought about the welfare of fish? As humans, we have multiple applications for fish, including as pets, in recreational sports, fisheries, aquaculture, and even use in experimentation. However, it seems very few people actually take into account the welfare of fish; it is even a popular belief among many that fish do not feel pain. Tetra Guide …
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