Diatribes Of A Veterinarian

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Witch’s milk

Milk produced by a goat kid (one week old). Source.

“Witch’s milk” is a folklore phrase used to describe the mammary secretions produced by a newborn. The liquid resembles actual milk. It occurs in 6% of al newborn babies, both male and female. It’s a physiological, completely benign response to maternal hormones. 

Dog exam?

At this moment, there is a proposition in the running which would obligate potential dog owners in Belgium to follow a training course and get a certificate if they want to buy a dog. This would apply to all breeds. According to the people behind the prop, this would increase awareness and lead to well adjusted, socialized animals and animal owners. (Who would teach this courses anyway? Cezar Millan?)

What do you think? Would an obligated training course prepare dog owners for their future responsibilities? Or is it just another useless bureaucratic measure to get a hand in your pocket?