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Cake day: November 7th, 2023

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  • Quick reminder that, if you’re working with foxes, echinococcosis is an issue in the US and Canada as well. It’s still pretty rare, but boy does it suck if you become infected.

    When I moved to Europe, I worked as a ranger’s assistant for a while and vaccinations were mandatory. A screening of foxes revealed around 22% of all foxes screened (around 500 at the time) were infected.

    If you work in or operate a sanctuary etc., I think it’d be worthwhile to think about getting the vaccine no matter what part of the world you’re in.







  • “Armchair xyz” refers to an unqualified person speaking confidently about topics they have no experience or training in, and giving (often unsolicited) advice that could be inappropriate, not applicable, or even downright harmful. Additionally, they sometimes get upset when their advice is not welcome or not heeded, leading to additional tension.

    I assume OP is receiving similar treatment from their family.