Pet Health
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Doggie Dunce Caps: Bad Behavior or Serious Medical Issue?
by Dr Sarah Wooten Have you ever found freshly dug holes in your backyard? Or bits of your favorite chair strewn across your den? Are you the proud parent of a canine that greets your guests by repeatedly jumping on them? Does your furry friend beg at the table, bark incessantly or strategically deposit her…
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So You Found a Pregnant Cat…
by Dr Jane Bicks: Did you know that cats can become mothers in their first year of life? While more and more pet parents spay their cats early in life, many good Samaritans have gotten more than they bargained for, after finding that the stray they adopted is pregnant. As a matter of fact, we…
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Evamist Hormone Spray May Cause Illness in Pets
July 29, 2010 from www.fda.gov The Center for Veterinary Medicine would like pet owners to know that Evamist (estradiol transdermal spray), a topical hormone replacement product, sprayed on the forearm to reduce hot flashes in women during menopause, has the potential to cause health problems in pets exposed to the product on the owner’s skin.…
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Do You Know What Plants Can Harm Your Dog?
by Dr Jane Bicks If you’re a dog lover, thoughts of summertime conjure memories of long evening strolls and outdoor recreation with your dog. In fact, you may have already started this summer to create new fond memories. Given that, the last thing you want on one of your nature walks is for your canine…
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Helpful Tips on Caring for Senior Pets
A relationship with a companion animal can be one of the most rewarding experiences we humans encounter in our lifetimes. In the last 20 years, medical science has repeatedly shown that having a dog or cat in your life can result in health benefits for you, including improved, self-reported mental and physical health, and even…
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Merrick Pet Care Is Recalling Beef Filet Squares For Dogs
The following recall has been announced (from the Associated Press): _ Merrick Pet Care Inc. is recalling one lot of 10-ounce bags of Beef Filet Squares for Dogs because the dog treats could be contaminated with salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals, and people who handle contaminated pet food can become infected with salmonella, especially if…
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Garth Merrick Of Merrick Pet Food Receives Warning Letter From FDA
Below is a warning letter dated 6/1/10 sent to Garth Merrick (of Merrick Pet Food) CEO of Tejas Industries Inc. posted June 30, 2010 on FDA website. June 1, 2010 2010-DAL-WL-07 WARNING LETTER CERTIFIED MAILRETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Garth Merrick, CEO and OwnerTejas Industries Inc.110 Merrick LaneHereford, Texas 79045 Dear Mr. Merrick: On December 2, 2009,…
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Why Should You Feed Your Dog Or Puppy Life’s Abundance?
Do you refer to your dog as your best friend that would do anything for you? Your furbaby loves you so much that he or she would even give their life for you and with an unconditional love like that, you owe it to your precious furbaby to keep them healthy and happy for years to come.…
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What Is The Shelf Life Of Dog & Cat Food?
Look at the Best By date. Know the manufacturer shelf life of the pet food. Shelf life varies from 1 year to 3 years for dry foods, 18 months to 3 years for canned foods. If the Best By date on the packaging is six months in the future, the food is six months old…
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Shedding And Healthy Coats For Dogs & Cats
The splendor of summer is right around the bend. We are approaching the season when children, freed from studies, populate the neighborhood, friends and families hold cook-outs, and we find ourselves preoccupied with the health our pet’s coats. There’s a reason for our annual fixation. Dogs usually begin to lose their winter coats in early…