Weekly Tweets 2010-07-09
No philosophers so thoroughly comprehend us as dogs and horses. – Herman Melville #quote # Watching Avery and Brutis singing Baby by Justin Bieber – too cute http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4t7BmLtfpk # Cool – Report…
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Devoted pet owner and now, devoted pet editor, Judi worked in traditional offices, keeping the books and the day-to-day operations organized. Taking her dog to work every day for over a decade never seemed odd. Neither did having an office cat. She knows what it's like to train a new puppy and she's experienced the heartache of losing beloved companions. Retired, she currently lives with her spoiled dog and four chickens (who are, interestingly enough, also spoiled).
Apptika Inc. Introduces Dog Parks Locator App for iPhone/iPad/iTouch
Thanks to the introduction of a new dog park locator app, dog owners in California, New York and Wisconsin can now easily locate dog-friendly parks, beaches and trails using their iPhone, iPad or iTouch. (Additional states will be available later this summer.)
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Beef Filet Squares 10oz Bag Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 86 cases of its 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” pet treats (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. 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.
Weekly Tweets 2010-07-02
Enter Paw Nation's Battle of the Cute Pets Contest: http://bit.ly/dl2JHK by @pawnation #
Pet Insurance Can Save You Money
Out of the $47.7 billion dollars per year that the National Pet Owner’s Survey estimates will be pet owner’s total expenditures, 27 percent of that will go to veterinary care. The annual average cost for surgical visits for dogs is $532, and $278 for cats. In a struggling economy that number is enough to scare off potential pet owners. In my own experiences the fear of high vet bills deterred me from owning a pet for a number of years.
Award-Winning Actress to Help Raise Money for Local Non-Profits
LOUISVILLE, KY (June 25, 2010) – Actress Diane Gaidry will make guest appearances at Pup-Corn and A Movie and at Honoring the Animals, Candlelight Vigil in September. The weekend fundraisers are presented…
Weekly Tweets 2010-06-25
5 Epic Moments in Benji History http://bit.ly/dacqsh #
Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. announces a voluntary recall of Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food Due to a Possible Health Risk
Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc., of Pacoima, CA, announces a voluntary recall of Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food with the “Best By” date of June 17, 2011, in 5-lb. and 28-lb. bags because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
No illnesses have been reported to date. The recall notification is being issued out of an abundance of caution based on an isolated instance in which a product sample with a “Best By” date of June 17, 2011, had a positive result for Salmonella in a random sample test conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product was originally manufactured on December 17, 2009, and is the only Natural Balance product being recalled.
United Pet Group Voluntarily Recalls Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement for Dogs Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily recalling all unexpired lots of its PRO-PET ADULT DAILY VITAMIN Supplement tablets for Dogs due to possible Salmonella contamination.
The product was sold nationally at various retailers. The product comes in 100-count white plastic bottles with a light blue label, and UPC code 26851-01800. These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets. The affected products are those with expiration dates on or before “06/13”. The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.
Laboratory testing has revealed that one Lot of this vitamin product was contaminated with Salmonella. The company is recalling all unexpired Lots of the product out of an abundance of caution.
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A HEROIC DOG’S POTENTIAL IS DEFINED BY BOUNDLESS GRACE
Natasha Henstridge and Harry Hamlin star in a Hallmark Channel original movie about a rescue dog from a small town shelter who, in time, rescues her forever family right back.
Premiers June 26th at 9/8c!