Caprine arthritis encephalitis virus Caprine arthritis encephalitis virus Caprine arthritis encephalitis virus (CAEV) is a retrovirus which infects goats and cross-reacts immunologically with HIV, due to being from the same family of viruses. CAEV cannot be transmitted to humans, including through the consumption of milk from an infected goat. There is no evidence that CAEV can cure HIV in humans. CAEV is commonly transferred within the goat species by ingestion of colostrum or milk from an infected goat, and to a less extent, cross species CAEV transfer by sheep is possible . CAEV adversely affects the immune system of its host, causing a disease
Animal furniture Animal furniture Animal furniture refers both to furniture used by animals and to furniture made from animals. Furniture designed for use by animals became a popular trend in the early 21st century. Typical pieces include pet beds, doghouses, hammocks, dog coolers, cat trees and extravagant play equipment. In 2008, James Stephenson and Jason R. Rich cited high-end furniture for cats and dogs as one of the best categories of products to buy and sell for big profits. Home-crafted furniture for pets has also become popular. Animal furniture also refers to furniture made from animals. Such furniture became popular during the