Comments on: Giving Frogs X Rays

By: Connie

Connie — Sat, 18 Mar 2006 00:20:33 +0000

Being a Radiographer myself, I found this story very interesting. We used to have radiographs of animals on the wall in one of our radiology department rooms…..a long time ago. One of them was of a snake and one was a fish. They are very cool!

By: Debra

Debra — Sat, 25 Feb 2006 02:38:50 +0000

I’m constantly astounded by the brilliance and innovation of the folks working in animal care, training and husbandry. I recently met a dermatologist whose own hands were pretty damaged…she told me it was a result of a year of holding infants for x-rays–the protective gloves, she guesses, had been lost at some point and the young docs just didn’t think twice about it. I’m so impressed by how people there balance the needs of the animals, the people, and science ….

By: Shirley Lulay

Shirley Lulay — Thu, 23 Feb 2006 04:45:57 +0000

Very interesting! I learned new things about frogs, their endangered species designation and what is being done to preserve them and other animals of our world. Somehow we humans seem to feel we are the only ones that are ‘important’ on this Earth while in reality it is nearly impossible to live without our animal friends (and foes alike). It’s a better world for all of us. Thanks for everyone that truly cares….like you!!

By: Deborah

Deborah — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 16:39:32 +0000

WOW! That was a very interesting and amazing story. I would have said the same thing as you did…how are we going to keep them still while we take the x-ray? Whoever thought of the plastic bag idea is a genius! It is very comforting to know that there are many, many caring people, like yourself, in this world that are trying desperately to save even the smallest animal. They’re as important as the large ones and in some cases even more so. Please continue blogging since stories like this are so interesting and it helps people become more aware of the obstacles that a lot of endangered animals are facing. Keep up the wonderful work you all do. Thanks

By: Shirley Sykes

Shirley Sykes — Wed, 22 Feb 2006 02:55:51 +0000

Thank you, Valerie, for giving us a bit of insight into the seriously important work being done at the Harter Medical Center and CRES. I am constantly awed by the work you doctors and scientists are doing to help preserve endangered species and to keep our animal population healthy. Thanks also for the links you provided. They made for some serious reading!