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Pocket Critters

An aspiring veterinarian's journey to vet school with bits of environmentalism and nature ramblings

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Guinea worm: what humans and dogs have in common

If, according to my microbiology professor, the Guinea worm parasite has been “virtually” eradicated, then why did the World Health Organization (WHO) push the 2020 Guinea worm eradication date back by 10 years, to 2030? … Read More Guinea worm: what humans and dogs have in common

October 14, 2019March 4, 2020 Pocket CrittersLeave a comment

Critter of the Week: Grizzly Bear

Just as we “bears” are preparing to hunker down in our studies, the grizzly bear is currently preparing to hibernate by stocking up on food and body fat. … Read More Critter of the Week: Grizzly Bear

September 7, 2019January 30, 2020 Pocket CrittersLeave a comment

A turtle-y good time: Archelon Project 2019

This past summer I had the opportunity of volunteering with loggerhead sea turtles in Greece through ARCHELON, The Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece.… Read More A turtle-y good time: Archelon Project 2019

August 16, 2019January 30, 2020 Pocket CrittersLeave a comment

Critter of the Week: North American Raccoon

Ski masked bandits of the night, or adorably intelligent fluff balls? It’s a complicated matter. … Read More Critter of the Week: North American Raccoon

August 9, 2019January 30, 2020 Pocket CrittersLeave a comment

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