Animals
Merrick Beef Filet Dog Treats May Be Contaminated
Animals, Consumer Goods, Health & Medicine, Recalls | Annette Hulbert | January 21, 2010
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to stop using Merrick Beef Filet Squares for Dogs with a package date of “Best by 111911″. The products may be contaminated with salmonella.
Although no illnesses associated with the products have been reported, the FDA advises pet-owners not to handle or feed them to [...]
Dog Treats Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Animals, Consumer Goods, Recalls | tgrenda | January 15, 2010
The next time your beloved four-legged friend sits, plays dead, or stays when you ask, be careful about what you’re handing out as a reward.
Some dog treats made by Merrick Pet Care have been recalled because they may be contaminated with salmonella bacteria and pose a risk of serious illness to pets and their human [...]
Pet Tarantulas Pose Danger to Eyes
Animals, Health & Medicine | admin | January 6, 2010
Thousands of people in the United States have chosen tarantulas as their pet of choice. But a recent incident involving a British tarantula owner offers a reminder about practicing pet safety.
The 29-year-old man sought medical treatment after one eye became red and watery. When the symptoms persisted for three weeks, he recalled how his [...]
FDA Launches Pet Health and Safety Widget
Animals, Health & Medicine, Technology | Annette Hulbert | December 15, 2009
The latest development in pet health is designed to be user-friendly. The FDA recently launched a pet health and safety widget in order to provide timely health information. “Our new pet health and safety widget provides users with information to help them in managing their pets’ health,” said Joshua Sharfstein, the FDA’s principal deputy commissioner. [...]
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Cat Food Recall: Is Your Pet at Risk of Deadly Thiamine Deficiency?
Animals, Consumer Goods, Recalls | tgrenda | December 4, 2009
Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat and Premium Edge Hairball cat food has been recalled because the pet food may result in thiamine deficiency, a potentially deadly condition for cats.
There have been 21 reports of thiamine deficiency in cats in New York and Pennsylvania, officials said. Testing of samples of the products confirmed the food is [...]
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