Glass Windows: The Invisible Killer

Each year birds of all types and sizes suffer injuries due to flying into windows. The most common injuries are head trauma, fractures, and bruises. Occasionally birds just need some time to recuperate but often window strikes cause serious injuries and/or death. Even if a bird is temporarily stunned becomes vulnerable to other dangers such as predation. The main reason birds fly into windows is because they cannot see them. The windows reflect their surroundings and do not visually appear as a solid barrier. Placing items inside does not benefit birds due to the item's inability to disrupt external reflections.

There are several ways people can make their windows more visible to birds including:

• Place visual cues on the outside panel of glass.
• Place WindowAlerts on the outside of windows.
• Hang beads or mylar tape outside of a window.

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Pet Recovery Suits Now Available at Retail Locations

Recovery suits are now available in the pet retail market due to consumer demand. The suits, made by Suitical International, offer animal protection that reduces stress and discomfort. The Recovery Suits can be used for wound protection, controlling nursing from lactating females, and incontinence or during a heat cycle. The suits are made to fit your pet’s body shape and is available in different sizes and designs.

Melvin Kok, Designer and CEO of Suitical International said, “More and more owners are moving away from the ‘cone of shame’ and towards a more animal-friendly alternative. The suit is breathable and lightweight. Yet at the same time, it protects wounds, bandages and areas of irritation. It can also be used when the animal is in heat or suffering from light incontinence. Because you don’t want to keep running to the veterinarian for all those little ailments but don’t mind stopping off at the pet store, making the suits readily available in the pet stores seemed like the ideal solution.”

   

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