We are pleased to share with you the Life's Abundance Pet Newsletter (click) for November 2011:
Dr. Sarah has a great video discussing dog park guidelines.
Some great points that you would think everyone should know.
Dr. Jane has a great article on your children wanting a pet but possible allergies.
She discusses great ideas and tips on how to handle this situation.
Please enjoy the newsletter!
Life's Abundance Dog Food Independent Field Representative posts about dog nutrition, premium products for canines, news and latest updates about dog health.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
Can dogs read your expressions?
Staff Veterinarian Dr. Sarah: Can your dog read your facial expressions?
This video is great information on how your dog can read not only your emotions
but your facial expressions as well.
"Courtesy of Life's Abundance"
Friday, September 2, 2011
FDA Warns of possible danger with Vet Jet
FDA Warns of Possible Danger with Animal Vaccine Device
The FDA web page is below
Click here for the FDA web page
September 2, 2011
"The Food and Drug Administration is warning veterinarians and pet owners, particularly cat owners, of the possible risk of fractures with the Vet Jet™ transdermal vaccination system device. The device, made by Bioject, Inc., is sold exclusively as the delivery system for the Merial product, PUREVAX® Recombinant Feline Leukemia Vaccine. The device delivers the leukemia vaccine through the skin to cats."
"FDA is aware of three recent adverse event reports involving the use of the Vet Jet™ device in kittens. In two of the cases, the user failed or may have failed to properly lock the nozzle into the device before using it. The nozzle subsequently dislodged at the time of vaccination, causing a fracture of the femur (the thigh bone).
Merial is fully investigating the three cases. The company is also revising the “Instructions for Use” for the Vet Jet™ device to stress that users need to securely lock the nozzle into the device. In addition, Merial is sending a letter to all Vet Jet™ device users urging them to carefully follow the nozzle locking procedure."
FDA asks veterinarians and pet owners who want to report problems with the Vet Jet™ device to first contact Merial. They can also report problems to FDA by submitting FORM FDA 1932a.
The FDA web page is below
Click here for the FDA web page
September 2, 2011
"The Food and Drug Administration is warning veterinarians and pet owners, particularly cat owners, of the possible risk of fractures with the Vet Jet™ transdermal vaccination system device. The device, made by Bioject, Inc., is sold exclusively as the delivery system for the Merial product, PUREVAX® Recombinant Feline Leukemia Vaccine. The device delivers the leukemia vaccine through the skin to cats."
"FDA is aware of three recent adverse event reports involving the use of the Vet Jet™ device in kittens. In two of the cases, the user failed or may have failed to properly lock the nozzle into the device before using it. The nozzle subsequently dislodged at the time of vaccination, causing a fracture of the femur (the thigh bone).
Merial is fully investigating the three cases. The company is also revising the “Instructions for Use” for the Vet Jet™ device to stress that users need to securely lock the nozzle into the device. In addition, Merial is sending a letter to all Vet Jet™ device users urging them to carefully follow the nozzle locking procedure."
FDA asks veterinarians and pet owners who want to report problems with the Vet Jet™ device to first contact Merial. They can also report problems to FDA by submitting FORM FDA 1932a.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Canine Socialization
"Courtesy of Life's Abundance"
Does your dog need socialization? Dr. Sarah goes over stages of a puppy and the best time to teach and socialize.
Does your dog need socialization? Dr. Sarah goes over stages of a puppy and the best time to teach and socialize.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Recall; Merrick Doggie Wishbone
The FDA page for this recall is below
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm267247.htm
"MERRICK PET CARE RECALLS
Doggie Wishbone (ITEM # 29050, Lot 11031 Best By 30 Jan 2013)
BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE SALMONELLA HEALTH RISK"
Contact:
Customer Inquiries:
(800) 664-7387
Other Inquiries:
James Witcher, COO (806) 322-2806
"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 8, 2011 - Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling a single lot of its Doggie Wishbone pet treat (ITEM # 29050, UPC # 2280829050, Lot 11031 Best By 30 Jan 2013) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Merrick Pet Care has made the decision to recall the Doggie Wishbone pet treats in the abundance of caution. 248 cases of this lot were manufactured and shipped to distributors in 10 states. Those distributors have been notified. Only one lot of Doggie Wishbone is affected by this recall. No additional Merrick Pet Care products are involved in this recall. No other Merrick brand products are involved.
Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, 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 immediately.
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. Infected but otherwise healthy pets 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 immediately.
The Doggie Wishbone was shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
No illnesses have been reported to date and there have been no consumer complaints for this product. This issue was identified through routine sampling by the Food and Drug Administration.
At Merrick Pet Care, the safety and efficacy of our products are our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience due to this recall. Consumers who have purchased the Doggie Wishbone with the lot code 11031 are urged to return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-664-7387 M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm CST."
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm267247.htm
"MERRICK PET CARE RECALLS
Doggie Wishbone (ITEM # 29050, Lot 11031 Best By 30 Jan 2013)
BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE SALMONELLA HEALTH RISK"
Contact:
Customer Inquiries:
(800) 664-7387
Other Inquiries:
James Witcher, COO (806) 322-2806
"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 8, 2011 - Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling a single lot of its Doggie Wishbone pet treat (ITEM # 29050, UPC # 2280829050, Lot 11031 Best By 30 Jan 2013) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Merrick Pet Care has made the decision to recall the Doggie Wishbone pet treats in the abundance of caution. 248 cases of this lot were manufactured and shipped to distributors in 10 states. Those distributors have been notified. Only one lot of Doggie Wishbone is affected by this recall. No additional Merrick Pet Care products are involved in this recall. No other Merrick brand products are involved.
Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, 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 immediately.
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. Infected but otherwise healthy pets 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 immediately.
The Doggie Wishbone was shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
No illnesses have been reported to date and there have been no consumer complaints for this product. This issue was identified through routine sampling by the Food and Drug Administration.
At Merrick Pet Care, the safety and efficacy of our products are our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience due to this recall. Consumers who have purchased the Doggie Wishbone with the lot code 11031 are urged to return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-664-7387 M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm CST."
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Palliative Care for Pets
"Courtesy of Life's Abundance"
Dr. Sarah discusses palliative care. Not a subject that is always pleasant, however learning about it can bring a sense of peace to both pet parent and pet.
New area of vet medicine: palliative care
Emerging field to keep pets comfortable not as a cure – providing relief
Some have heard a vet say you are out of options – so consider euthanasia but learn more about this care and how it can help you and your pet
Also good for the pet parent to help cope and
Doesn’t mean this is for everyone
Watch the video to learn about web sites to visit for more information about palliative care
Dr. Sarah discusses palliative care. Not a subject that is always pleasant, however learning about it can bring a sense of peace to both pet parent and pet.
New area of vet medicine: palliative care
Emerging field to keep pets comfortable not as a cure – providing relief
Some have heard a vet say you are out of options – so consider euthanasia but learn more about this care and how it can help you and your pet
Also good for the pet parent to help cope and
Doesn’t mean this is for everyone
Watch the video to learn about web sites to visit for more information about palliative care
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