Phoberomys pattersoni, a rodent that lived 8 million years ago in Venezuela, was the second-largest rodent ever to have lived, weighing around 700 kg and measuring 3 m in length. Its large size was a deterrent to predators, and it had saber-sized teeth to defend itself. Its natural predators included crocodiles, saber-toothed cats, and carnivorous […]
Rodent ulcers, also known as eosinophilic ulcers, are skin ulcers that can arise from trauma or underlying disease processes. They are common in cats and can be a sign of feline leukemia virus. In humans, they may be linked to tumors. Treatment involves steroid medication and monitoring for changes. It is important to get evaluated […]
