Many local shelters are in desperate need of money, volunteers
and supplies. We encourage you to get involved, get your family, friends and
neighbors involved to help out. Even if you support the large national
organizations, rarely do local shelters get money from them or have a large
benefactor to support them, so they really need your help.
Visit our MySpace page for some
great organizations from around the country or Contact us.
Nutro / Max cat dry food RECALLED
Nutro dry cat food is being recalled due to improper nutritional levels.
But don't let this mild language fool you. This is serious. Cat owners
need to be aware of problematic symptoms such as reduction in appetite
or refusal to eat and vomiting and/or diarrhea. Cats experiencing any
of these symptoms and any cat that is pregnant and has consumed the cat
food should be seen by a veterinarian.
Consumers should return the unused product to their retailer for a full
refund or product exchange. Questions can be directed to Nutro at
1-800-833-5330 from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm CST or by visiting their website
at www.nutroproducts.com. A complete list of the affected cat foods is
available on their website.
Nutro pet foods under investigation
This company has actually been under investigation for 2 years now and
NO recall has yet to be issued. But as stated on Dogblog.dogster.com its
important for consumers to know what's going on. Mars Inc. ( the maker
of M&Ms and other candy) is the owner and manufacturer of Nutro foods
and their other brands including Pedigree have been recalled over the
past two years. The FDA confirmed on April 20, 2009 the ongoing
investigation into allegations of serious illness and death that may be
related to Nutro foods. Again NO recalls have been issued as of yet.
Just be cautious and alert for any changes in your pets behavior or
eating habits. Seek medical treatment immediately if you suspect
anything.
Be Cautious with Peanut Butter treats
Recall of peanut butter treats
Jan. 27, 2009 – Carolina Prime Pet, a manufacturer and
distributor of dog treats, is voluntarily recalling four of its dog
treats that contain peanut butter made by Peanut Corporation of America
(PCA).
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have
diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have
only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Well animals can be
carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed
the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your
veterinarian.
Customers who purchased the recalled dog treats should
discontinue use
immediately.
January 20, 2009 -- PetSmart is voluntarily recalling seven of its
Grreat Choice® Dog Biscuit products that contain peanut paste made by
Peanut Corporation of America (PCA).
The recalled products include only the following types of
Grreat Choice Dog Biscuits sold between Aug. 21, 2008 and Jan. 19, 2009:
Small Assorted 32 oz., UPC 73725702900
Small/Medium Assorted 4 lb., UPC 73725700601
Small/Medium Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700605
Small/Medium Assorted 10 lb., UPC 73725702755
Large Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700638
Extra Large Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700779
Peanut Butter 4 lb., UPC 73725700766
Customers who purchased the recalled dog biscuit products
should discontinue use immediately and can return the product to any PetSmart
store for a complete refund or exchange. Customers can visit
www.petsmartfacts.com for more information or contact PetSmart Customer Service
at 1-888-839-9638
The only way to reduce the devastation of a disaster is to
be prepared. The more you prepare, the better your chances of reducing suffering
and risk for yourself, your family, your animals, and your community.
While 38% of U. S. households have children,
43%
have pets!In
Utah, more than 50% of our population lives on or near the Wasatch Fault. There
are other potential man-made disasters which could affect Utah, Salt Lake, Davis
and Weber Counties.
For more info click here
NEW RECALL
Mars Petcare US Issues Voluntary Recall of a Limited Number of
Bags of SPECIAL KITTY® Gourmet Sold at Wal-Mart locations in Fifteen States due
to Potential Salmonella Contamination
October 27, 2008 – Mars Petcare US today announced a voluntary
recall of a limited number of bags of SPECIAL KITTY® Gourmet Blend dry cat food
sold at Wal-Mart locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland,
Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island, Virginia, Vermont, and West Virginia. The pet food is being
voluntarily recalled following a positive test result indicating a potential
contamination with Salmonella.
This product should not be sold or fed to pets.
Pet owners should dispose of product in a safe manner (example, a securely
covered trash receptacle) and return the empty bag to the store where purchased
for a full refund.
Salmonella can cause serious infections in dogs and
cats, and, if there is cross contamination caused by handling of the pet food,
in people as well, especially children, the aged, and people with compromised
immune systems. Healthy people potentially infected with Salmonella
should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. On rare
occasions, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including
arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and
urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact
with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and
have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only
decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Animals can be carriers with
no visible symptoms and potentially infect other animals or humans. If your pet
has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your
veterinarian.
Habitat for Horses an equine rescue needs assistance in caring for the 60
plus horses that are at the ranch in Hitchcock.
All animals appear to be OK, but major flooding and detrimental damage to
the buildings occurred from Ike. The organization is in dire of need of hay.
Please contact Jerry at 409-682-6621. Cell phone service is sketchy so a
text may be needed. The ranch is located on Terrebone in near hwy 6 in
Hitchcock.
pet food recall from Mars Inc./ Masterfoods
RECALL ALL DRY FOOD made in PA plant due to salmonella
Maker of Pedigree Dog food the brands included in the recall
include:
The brand names
include some items under the names Country Acres, Retriever,
Doggy Bag, Members Mark, Natural, Ol' Roy, Special Kitty,
Paws & Claws, Pedigree, Wegman's, Pet Pride, PMI Nutrition
and Red Flannel.
The company said consumers should
look for "17" as the first two digits of
the second line on the UPC for products
affected. For Pedigree products, they
should look for "PAE" on the bottom
line. They can also call 1-877-568-4463
or consult
http://www.petcare.mars.com.
The toll free number is 877-661-0161 or 713-861-0161
Houston
Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)
713-869-7722
or 877-661-0161
or 713-861-0161
Hurricane hours:
Friday - 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00
p.m.
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
www.spcahouston.org
wfaa.com has a story about 3 stolen
Boxers from a local animal shelter in the Dallas/ Ft. Worth, TX area. If you
live in this area or know any officials who may be able to help, please take
action today, right now. We must find these 3 dogs before more terrible things
happen to them. They were most likely taken by some young thug gang members. We
cannot let them end up like mike vick's dogs, raped and tortured for money. To
help this local shelter contact Sansom Park Animal Shelter, 2303 Beverly Hills
Drive, Fort Worth, TX. 76114 or call 817-378-9951.
