Beware of Chicken Jerky Treats from China

yorkie pup 175x300 Beware of Chicken Jerky Treats from ChinaThe FDA is continuing to caution pet owners about potential problems from chicken jerky treats originating from China.  The first warnings were issues in 2007 and 2008 with a drop in the number of cases in 2010, however, more than 350 cases have been reported to the FDA in 2011.  See report on MSNBC

The dogs affected from the treats are showing symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Some dogs have also exhibited signs related to a decrease in their kidney function by drinking more water and an increase in their urination.

There was not a specific brand of treats cited, but all complaints have been on chicken jerky treats obtained from China.

Most of the dogs that have had problems are the smaller dogs that have eaten the treats within a few weeks before becoming sick. A lot of these dogs consumed the treats as a large part of their diet. Some pets had upset stomachs and some suffered renal failure. Most dogs have recovered with treatment, but there are some unconfirmed cases of a few dogs dying from their illness.

Treats, especially jerky treats should only be fed occasionally and not as a major portion of your pet’s diet. If your pet does experience vomiting or diarrhea, please contact your veterinarian for diagnostics and treatment. Especially with the smaller dogs, they can become quite dehydrated within a short period of time and may need intravenous fluids until their tiny stomachs can tolerate food again. Be sure to mention any treats your dog may have consumed or any change of diet to your veterinarian.
If you suspect a problem stemming from a treat or pet food, you and your veterinarian can report it to http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints.

Le Doggy Gourmet Gift Basket

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Need a gift for a pet or pet lover? We now carry great gift baskets for both pets and people.

This high end and extraordinary dog gift basket is designed inside a beautiful and reusable handled wicker basket. Filled with gourmet doggy treats this gift is simply second to none. Gourmet hand cut and iced doggy bones, doggy bakery biscuits to an unbelievable Rocky Mountain Brownie just for Fido! This outstanding doggy gift basket is perfect for any gifting occasion such as thanks for watching us while the family was vacationing, or for corporations thanking the family dog for allowing them to take away the owner for business and even Happy Birthday to Fido. Whatever your occasion is, say it in style with our LeDoggy Gourmet dog gift basket

 

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Dog Treats Gift Basket

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Need a gift for a pet or pet lover? We now carry great gift baskets for both pets and people.

Send your greetings with this adorable dog gift basket. Our Dog Treats gift basket is filled with all biscuits and is sure to be a howling hit. Whether you are sending doggie get well wishes or congratulations on passing the puppy training sending that special pup a dog basket filled with treats is sure to make his tail wag.

 

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Cassidy’s Gourmet Dog Bisket Mix™

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Need a gift for a pet or pet lover? We now carry great gift baskets for both pets and people.
Looking for a safe and wholesome treat to give your four-legged kids? Make the smart choice and bake your dog biscuits right at home. We have gathered together all human grade ingredients so all you need to do is add margarine, water, mix, bake and serve. Control the quality of your dogs treats and go the extra step by baking safe and wholesome dog biscuits. Includes: Bone Shaped Cookie Cutter Included Two (2) Bisket Mixes Complete Baking Instructions Shipping Weight 2 lbs

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Remember your Pet with a Memorial Wind Chime

rms 200 Remember your Pet with a Memorial Wind ChimeIt can be heartbreaking when we loose one of our pets. After all, they have been a part of our family for many years and we have lots of memories we want to hold on to.

There are a variety of items that can be used for a pet memorial; a garden rock, a paw print in plaster paris, or a memorial wind chime.

This small memorial wind chime features a small urn on the top of the wind chime that you can place a small lock of fur or some other object that holds special meaning for you or your family. You can then hang the wind chime in your pet’s favorite tree or on the porch so it can sing a pleasant tune when ever the wind blows.

The small Woodstock Memorial Wind Chime is available in my garden store along with lots of other great garden decor at FavoriteGardenFountains.com

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Pet Portal Now Open

What can I do with my Pet Portal?

• View pet information • Request appointments • Receive important medical alerts and clinic news • Post photos of your pets • Order prescription refills • Create and print instructions for petsitters or kennel staff • Access reliable information on a wide range of pet health topics • View vaccination history • Request email reminders about when to give your pet’s medication • Shop our online store

How can I get a Pet Portal?

It’s simple! Just give us your email address and we’ll email you a password and link to our hospital website. To get your Pet Portal, simply click on the link to our website, select “Pet Portal login,” and enter your email address and assigned password. It’s that easy! As part of the Pet Portal service, you also have the option of receiving your pet’s service reminders by email. We use email to contact clients about important practice and animal health news, such as updates to our services or product recalls.

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DOG VS PARROT Extra Funny

dog vs parrot , bird puppy cute vs. little small best video ever cute bull big The dog (Canis lupus familiaris[1]) is a domesticated form of the gray wolf, a member of the Canidae family of the order Carnivora. The term is used for both feral and pet varieties. The domestic dog has been the most widely kept working, hunting and companion animal in human history. The word “dog” may also mean the male of a canine species,[2] as opposed to the word “bitch” for the female of the species.[3] The dog quickly became ubiquitous across world cultures, and was extremely valuable to early human settlements. For instance, it is believed that the successful emigration across the Bering Strait might not have been possible without sled dogs.[4] Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, protection, assisting police and military, companionship, and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals. This versatility, more than almost any other known animal, has given them the nickname “Man’s best friend” in the western world. Currently, there are estimated to be 400 million dogs in the world.[5]

Pet friendly cities

There are more households in the U.S. that have pets than do not.  If you are planning on relocating, you may want to consider some of these pet friendly cities:  Portland, Oregon and the Colorado cities of Boulder and Colorado Springs top most lists.  When considering residency, it is important to find a veterinarian that is experienced with your species of animal.

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Cats and dogs can be friends

Cartoons always depict cats and dogs as mortal enemies, but many families have cats and dogs who not only get along, but seem to be best of friends.  So how does this happen?  The key is to gradually and safely introduce the two.  Start out by allowing the new pet to become familiar with its surroundings without the distraction of another animal.  Then, it is okay to put the two pets in the same room, but be sure to have a protective barrier between them.  Once both pets show calm interest without aggression, remove the barrier.  Closely supervise the introduction and correct your pet at the slightest sign of a potential confrontation.

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Bengal cat eats dog… and LOVES it!

Cairo is an F1 bengal cat and loves to eat. Here is a video of this cute hungry kitten eating a turkey hot dog. You might need to turn up your volume to hear his “yummy” sounds! I was trying to figure out how to describe these sounds that my bengal kitten was making to a friend, and he said Cairo sounds like a Murloc. After you have watched the video, feel free to share how you would describe the bengal noises. Please and thanks!

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