Some family doctors I know could bill up to that much as they use IMG's as assistants and see a lot of patients. They do run a good business. firetown, Oct 25, 2006
If youâd like more info on Laika, check out NASAâs Imagine the Universe Article about Laika, and hereâs a link to The First Dog in Space Article. Weâve also recorded an entire episode of Astronomy Cast all about the Space Capsules. Listen here, Episode 124: Space Capsules, Part 1 â Vostok, Mercury and Gemini. Sources:
When Laikaâs vessel, Sputnik 2, shot into orbit, the U.S. fell even further behind. News media alternated between mockery and pity for the dog sent into space. âThe Chicago American noted: âThe Russian sputpup isnât the first dog in the sky.