Category Archive: Herp News

Aug 03

Zoonotic Disease from RodentPro Facility

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This is some horrible news in the herp community. It appears that back in May, an investigation was opened by the CDC about a positive test for Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis, also known as LCMV.  I encourage you to visit the CDC link provided to learn more about it. What is lymphocytic choriomeningitis?  “ Lymphocytic choriomeningitis, or LCMV, …

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Jul 31

Owning Exotic Pets

One of our CCHS members, Rhonda Velez, is working on her teaching credentials.  She enrolled in school again recently and one of her assignments led her into an essay about exotic pet ownership.  Enjoy the reading and offer up your comments. Hello fellow animal nuts!  As I’m working on completing courses for a teaching credential, …

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