Thursday, December 23, 2010
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Kroger Pet Food Recalled for Aflatoxin Poisoning, Health Risks
Kroger Pet Food Recalled for Aflatoxin Poisoning, Health Risks
Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben
38 mins ago
.Kroger announced on Tuesday that it is voluntarily recalling many of its Kroger, Old Yeller and Pet Pride dry dog and cat food varieties because they could contain aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring chemical by-product that is toxic. Aflatoxin grows from the fungus Aspergillus Flavus found in corn and other crop foods used in pet food production.
Kroger stores are located in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. Other stores within the Kroger food network that are affected by the pet food recall include: Dillons and Gerbes stores (Kansas and Missouri): Baker's stores (Nebraska); Food 4 Less stores (Nebraska, Illinois and Indiana and the Chicago area); and Jay C, Hilander, Owen's, Pay Less and Scott's stores located in Illinois and Indiana. Kroger affiliate stores not affected by the pet food recall include: Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Fry's, Smith's, QFC, City Market, Foods Co., Ralph's and Food 4 Less stores in California and Nevada.
Pet foods have a sell by date of Oct. 23-24, 2011. Visit the FDA website for specific UPC code details. Pet foods included in the Kroger recall are:
Pet Pride Cat Food - 3.5 # package
Pet Pride Cat Food - 18 # package
Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry and Seafood Cat Food - 3.5 # package
Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry and Seafood Cat Food - 18 # package
Pet Pride Kitten Formula - 3.5 # package
Old Yeller Chunk Dog Food - 22# and 50# packages
Kroger Value Cat Food - 3 # package
Kroger Value Chunk Dog Food - 15# and 50# packages
If you have purchased any of the Kroger pet foods included in the recall, or store brand pet food from any of the stores listed, stop feeding it to your pets. Remove and discard uneaten portions. You should contact Kroger immediately, either by phone at (800) 632-6900 or on the Kroger Pet Food recall assistance website here: http://www.kroger.com/recalls. You will need your sales receipt. You can also return unused portions of pet food to Kroger stores where you purchased the product for full refund.
Parents and children are urged to keep a close eye on pets. Look for these symptoms, especially a combination of these symptoms: lethargy, sluggishness, refusing food, yellowish color in gums or eyes and severe diarrhea, especially diarrhea with blood, this can indicate poisoning from aflatoxin. Yellow eyes and gums are a sign of liver or kidney problems. Cornell University offers information and data on Aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a potent carcinogen for humans and animals. Just as with human illnesses, the very young, very old and pregnant animals typically suffer the worst. Pets with already compromised health will be more susceptible, too. Make your pet as comfortable as possible. Contact your veterinarian immediately. Here are some helpful articles for treating a cat or dog who has been poisoned with Aflatoxin.
Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben, a 10-year veteran homeschooler, has nearly three decades of experience as a special needs and general education teacher. She has created hundreds of themed units and lesson plans on everything from ancient Greece to biodiversity to personal finance to poetry. She holds a BS in psychology and a degree as Dr. Mom from the university of life. She writes about parenting for the Yahoo! Contributor Network.
Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben
38 mins ago
.Kroger announced on Tuesday that it is voluntarily recalling many of its Kroger, Old Yeller and Pet Pride dry dog and cat food varieties because they could contain aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring chemical by-product that is toxic. Aflatoxin grows from the fungus Aspergillus Flavus found in corn and other crop foods used in pet food production.
Kroger stores are located in the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia. Other stores within the Kroger food network that are affected by the pet food recall include: Dillons and Gerbes stores (Kansas and Missouri): Baker's stores (Nebraska); Food 4 Less stores (Nebraska, Illinois and Indiana and the Chicago area); and Jay C, Hilander, Owen's, Pay Less and Scott's stores located in Illinois and Indiana. Kroger affiliate stores not affected by the pet food recall include: Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Fry's, Smith's, QFC, City Market, Foods Co., Ralph's and Food 4 Less stores in California and Nevada.
Pet foods have a sell by date of Oct. 23-24, 2011. Visit the FDA website for specific UPC code details. Pet foods included in the Kroger recall are:
Pet Pride Cat Food - 3.5 # package
Pet Pride Cat Food - 18 # package
Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry and Seafood Cat Food - 3.5 # package
Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry and Seafood Cat Food - 18 # package
Pet Pride Kitten Formula - 3.5 # package
Old Yeller Chunk Dog Food - 22# and 50# packages
Kroger Value Cat Food - 3 # package
Kroger Value Chunk Dog Food - 15# and 50# packages
If you have purchased any of the Kroger pet foods included in the recall, or store brand pet food from any of the stores listed, stop feeding it to your pets. Remove and discard uneaten portions. You should contact Kroger immediately, either by phone at (800) 632-6900 or on the Kroger Pet Food recall assistance website here: http://www.kroger.com/recalls. You will need your sales receipt. You can also return unused portions of pet food to Kroger stores where you purchased the product for full refund.
Parents and children are urged to keep a close eye on pets. Look for these symptoms, especially a combination of these symptoms: lethargy, sluggishness, refusing food, yellowish color in gums or eyes and severe diarrhea, especially diarrhea with blood, this can indicate poisoning from aflatoxin. Yellow eyes and gums are a sign of liver or kidney problems. Cornell University offers information and data on Aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a potent carcinogen for humans and animals. Just as with human illnesses, the very young, very old and pregnant animals typically suffer the worst. Pets with already compromised health will be more susceptible, too. Make your pet as comfortable as possible. Contact your veterinarian immediately. Here are some helpful articles for treating a cat or dog who has been poisoned with Aflatoxin.
Marilisa Kinney Sachteleben, a 10-year veteran homeschooler, has nearly three decades of experience as a special needs and general education teacher. She has created hundreds of themed units and lesson plans on everything from ancient Greece to biodiversity to personal finance to poetry. She holds a BS in psychology and a degree as Dr. Mom from the university of life. She writes about parenting for the Yahoo! Contributor Network.
Web page is up
Our web page is up and running. The basic information is on the web page. More will be coming but our advertisers are listed and linked to their web pages if they have them. Check it out. www.purplepages4pets.com
Monday, December 20, 2010
Holiday hazard How to keep your pet safe
Lights, decorations, good food…every year, as we celebrate the holidays, we fill our homes with seasonal cheer for ourselves and our families. However, what may seem beautiful and harmless to us may pose hidden dangers to our pets. Don't let an emergency spoil the festivities! Below are some common holiday hazards for dogs and cats and how to prevent them.
1. Electric cords Keep all electric cords securely taped down or out of reach of your pet. Dogs and cats may chew dangling wires and be burned or electrocuted.
2. Ornaments Hang ornaments out of reach of your pet. Dogs, especially, may eat ornaments or wire hangers, which can get caught in the stomach and intestines.
3. Chocolate Keep all holiday foods away from your pet. Chocolate contains ingredients (e.g., caffeine) that can be lethal to dogs and cats.
4. Tinsel, ribbon,
and string Make sure these are kept out of reach and properly disposed of. If swallowed, any of these can require emergency surgery to remove. Tinsel also has sharp edges that can cut the mouth.
5. Lilies, other flowers,
and houseplants Prevent your pets from eating plants or flower arrangements. Lilies are very poisonous to cats.
6. Christmas tree Put the tree in a pet-safe room or monitor your pet when he or she is around the tree. Dogs and cats may eat the needles (even from artificial trees) or drink the water at the base of the tree, which can be toxic (especially if it contains preservatives).
In many cases, if your pet has eaten or drunk something toxic, warning signs will include gastrointestinal problems, such as vomiting and diarrhea. Other signs may include tiredness and lack of appetite, especially in cats that have eaten lilies. If your pet shows any of these signs, or if you think he or she has eaten something dangerous but is not showing any signs yet, please call us right away. Treating your pet as soon as possible is essential!
We will be glad to answer any questions you have about your pet's health. Let's work together to make sure your entire family has a happy, healthy holiday season!
Visit Your Pet Portal Today!
For more tips on keeping your pet safe, just visit our practice website at http://www.wvah.net and click on "Pet Portal LOG IN." We look forward to hearing from you.
Here's wishing you a happy and safe holiday season. View your holiday ecard.
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff of Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
4975 River Road North
Keizer, OR, 97303
(503) 393-7462
1. Electric cords Keep all electric cords securely taped down or out of reach of your pet. Dogs and cats may chew dangling wires and be burned or electrocuted.
2. Ornaments Hang ornaments out of reach of your pet. Dogs, especially, may eat ornaments or wire hangers, which can get caught in the stomach and intestines.
3. Chocolate Keep all holiday foods away from your pet. Chocolate contains ingredients (e.g., caffeine) that can be lethal to dogs and cats.
4. Tinsel, ribbon,
and string Make sure these are kept out of reach and properly disposed of. If swallowed, any of these can require emergency surgery to remove. Tinsel also has sharp edges that can cut the mouth.
5. Lilies, other flowers,
and houseplants Prevent your pets from eating plants or flower arrangements. Lilies are very poisonous to cats.
6. Christmas tree Put the tree in a pet-safe room or monitor your pet when he or she is around the tree. Dogs and cats may eat the needles (even from artificial trees) or drink the water at the base of the tree, which can be toxic (especially if it contains preservatives).
In many cases, if your pet has eaten or drunk something toxic, warning signs will include gastrointestinal problems, such as vomiting and diarrhea. Other signs may include tiredness and lack of appetite, especially in cats that have eaten lilies. If your pet shows any of these signs, or if you think he or she has eaten something dangerous but is not showing any signs yet, please call us right away. Treating your pet as soon as possible is essential!
We will be glad to answer any questions you have about your pet's health. Let's work together to make sure your entire family has a happy, healthy holiday season!
Visit Your Pet Portal Today!
For more tips on keeping your pet safe, just visit our practice website at http://www.wvah.net and click on "Pet Portal LOG IN." We look forward to hearing from you.
Here's wishing you a happy and safe holiday season. View your holiday ecard.
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff of Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
4975 River Road North
Keizer, OR, 97303
(503) 393-7462
Friday, December 17, 2010
Animals of youtube sing Deck the Halls
Animals of youtube sing Deck the Halls - This is so clever and cute. Merry Christmas from Purple Pages 4 Pets.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-0WVfj76bo
Monday, December 13, 2010
Subject: Priceless
Those of you who have/had animals will probably appreciate it more. It is a story that is hilarious in itself and the person that wrote it is a good writer and made the story even better. Enjoy...
We have a fox terrier by the name of Jasper. He came to us in the summer of 2001 from the fox terrier rescue program . For those of you, who are unfamiliar with this type of adoption, imagine taking in a 10 year old child about whom you know nothing and committing to doing your best to be a good parent. Like a child, the dog came with his own idiosyncrasies. He will only sleep on the bed, on top of the covers, nuzzled as close to my face as he can get without actually performing a French kiss on me.
Lest you think this is a bad case of 'no discipline,' I should tell you that Perry and I tried every means to break him of this habit including locking him in a separate bedroom for several nights. The new door cost over $200. But I digress.
Five weeks ago we began remodeling our house. Although the cost of the project is downright obnoxious, it was 20 years overdue AND it got me out of cooking Thanksgiving for family, extended family, and a lot of friends that I like more than family most of the time. I was assigned the task of preparing 124 of my famous yeast dinner rolls for the two Thanksgiving feasts we did attend.
I am still cursing the electrician for getting the new oven hooked up so quickly. It was the only appliance in the whole darn house that worked, thus the assignment. I made the decision to cook the rolls on Wed evening to reheat Thurs am. Since the kitchen was freshly painted, you can imagine the odor. Not wanting the rolls to smell like Sherwin Williams #586, I put the rolls on baking sheets and set them in the living room to rise for a few hours. Perry and I decided to go out to eat, returning in about an hour. The rolls were ready to go in the oven.
It was 8:30 PM. When I went to the living room to retrieve the pans, much to my shock one whole pan of 12 rolls was empty. I called out to Jasper and my worst nightmare became a reality. He literally wobbled over to me. He looked like a combination of the Pillsbury dough boy and the Michelin Tire man wrapped up in fur. He groaned when he walked. I swear even his cheeks were bloated. I ran to the phone and called our vet. After a few seconds of uproarious laughter, he told me the dog would probably be OK, however, I needed to give him Pepto Bismol every 2 hours for the rest of the night.
God only knows why I thought a dog would like Pepto Bismol any more than my kids did when they were sick. Suffice it to say that by the time we went to bed the dog was black, white and pink. He was so bloated we had to lift him onto the bed for the night.
We arose at 7:30 and as we always do first thing; put the dog out to relieve himself. Well, the dog was as drunk as a sailor on his first leave. He was running into walls, falling flat on his butt and most of the time when he was walking his front half was going one direction and the other half was either dragging the grass or headed 90 degrees in another direction. He couldn't lift his leg to pee, so he would just walk and pee at the same time. When he ran down the small incline in our back yard he couldn't stop himself and nearly ended up running into the fence.
His pupils were dilated and he was as dizzy as a loon. I endured another few seconds of laughter from the vet (second call within 12 hours) before he explained that the yeast had fermented in his belly and that he was indeed drunk. He assured me that, not unlike most binges we humans go through, it would wear off after about 4 or 5 hours and to keep giving him Pepto Bismol.
Afraid to leave him by himself in the house, Perry and I loaded him up and took him with us to my sister's house for the first Thanksgiving meal of the day. My sister lives outside of Muskogee on a ranch, (10 to 15 minute drive). Rolls firmly secured in the trunk (124 less 12) and drunk dog leaning from the back seat onto the console of the car between Perry and I, we took off. Now I know you probably don't believe that dogs burp, but believe me when I say that after eating a tray of risen unbaked yeast rolls, DOGS WILL BURP. These burps were pure Old Charter. They would have matched or beat any smell in a drunk tank at the police station. But that's not the worst of it. Now he was beginning to fart and they smelled like baked rolls. God strike me dead if I am not telling the truth! We endured this for the entire trip to Karen's, thankful she didn't live any further away than she did.
Once Jasper was firmly placed in my sister's garage with the door locked, we finally sat down to enjoy our first Thanksgiving meal of the day. The dog was the topic of conversation all morning long and everyone made trips to the garage to witness my drunken dog, each returning with a tale of Jasper's latest endeavor to walk without running into something. Of course, as the old adage goes, 'what goes in must come out' and Jasper was no exception.
Granted if it had been me that had eaten 12 risen, unbaked yeast rolls, you might as well have put a concrete block up my behind, but alas a dog's digestive system is quite different from yours or mine. I discovered this was a mixed blessing when we prepared to leave Karen's house. Having discovered his 'packages' on the garage floor, we loaded him up in the car so we could hose down the floor.
This was another naive decision on our part. The blast of water from the hose hit the poop on the floor and the poop on the floor withstood the blast from the hose. It was like Portland cement beginning to set up and cure. We finally tried to remove it with a shovel. I (obviously no one else was going to offer their services) had to get on my hands and knees with a coarse brush to get the remnants off of the floor. And as if this wasn't degrading enough, the darn dog in his drunken state had walked through the poop and left paw prints all over the garage floor that had to be brushed too.
Well, by this time the dog was sobering up nicely so we took him home and dropped him off before we left for our second Thanksgiving dinner at Perry's sister's house.
I am happy to report that as of today (Monday) the dog is back to normal both in size and temperament. He has had a bath and is no longer tricolor. None the worse for wear I presume. I am also happy to report that just this evening I found 2 risen unbaked yeast rolls hidden inside my closet door.
It appears he must have come to his senses after eating 10 of them but decided hiding 2 of them for later would not be a bad idea. Now, I'm doing research on the computer as to: 'How to clean unbaked dough from the carpet.'
And how was your Thanksgiving?
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Raisin Toxicity in Dogs
If you have a dog ... PLEASE read
this and send it on. If you don't
have a dog, please pass along
to friends who do.
Written by:
Laurinda Morris, DVM
Danville Veterinary Clinic
Danville , OH
This week I had the first case in history of raisin
toxicity ever seen at MedVet. My patient was
a 56-pound, 5 yr old male neutered lab mix
that ate half a canister of raisins sometime
between 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM on Tuesday. He
started with vomiting, diarrhea and shaking
about 1 AM on Wednesday but the owner didn't
call my emergency service until 7 AM.
I had heard somewhere about raisins AND
grapes causing acute Renal failure but hadn't
seen any formal paper on the subject. We
had her bring the dog in immediately. In the
meantime, I called the ER service at MedVet,
and the doctor there was like me - had heard
something about it, but... Anyway, we
contacted the ASPCA National Animal Poison
Control Center and they said to give IV fluids
at 1 & 1/2 times maintenance and watch the
kidney values for the next 48-72 hours.
The dog's BUN (blood urea nitrogen level) was
already at 32 (normal less than 27) and
creatinine over 5 (1.9 is the high end of normal).
Both are monitors of kidney function in the
bloodstream. We placed an IV catheter and
started the fluids. Rechecked the renal values
at 5 PM and the BUN was over 40 and creatinine
over 7 with no urine production after a liter of
fluids. At that point I felt the dog was in acute
renal failure and sent him on to MedVet for a
urinary catheter to monitor urine output overnight
as well as overnight care.
He started vomiting again overnight at MedVet
and his renal values continued to increase
daily. He produced urine when given lasix as a
diuretic. He was on 3 different anti-vomiting
medications and they still couldn't control his
vomiting. Today his urine output decreased
again, his BUN was over 120, his creatinine was
at 10, his phosphorus was very elevated and his
blood pressure, which had been staying around
150, skyrocketed to 220 ... He continued to vomit
and the owners elected to Euthanize.
This is a very sad case - great dog, great owners
who had no idea raisins could be a toxin. Please
alert everyone you know who has a dog of this
very serious risk.
Poison control said as few as 7 raisins or grapes could
be toxic. Many people I know give their dogs grapes
or raisins as treats including our ex-handler's. Any
exposure should give rise to immediate concern.
Onions, chocolate, cocoa, avocadoes and macadamia nuts can
be fatal, too.
Even if you don't have a dog, you might have friends
who do. This is worth passing on to them.
Confirmation from Snopes about the above ....
http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/raisins.asp
this and send it on. If you don't
have a dog, please pass along
to friends who do.
Written by:
Laurinda Morris, DVM
Danville Veterinary Clinic
Danville , OH
This week I had the first case in history of raisin
toxicity ever seen at MedVet. My patient was
a 56-pound, 5 yr old male neutered lab mix
that ate half a canister of raisins sometime
between 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM on Tuesday. He
started with vomiting, diarrhea and shaking
about 1 AM on Wednesday but the owner didn't
call my emergency service until 7 AM.
I had heard somewhere about raisins AND
grapes causing acute Renal failure but hadn't
seen any formal paper on the subject. We
had her bring the dog in immediately. In the
meantime, I called the ER service at MedVet,
and the doctor there was like me - had heard
something about it, but... Anyway, we
contacted the ASPCA National Animal Poison
Control Center and they said to give IV fluids
at 1 & 1/2 times maintenance and watch the
kidney values for the next 48-72 hours.
The dog's BUN (blood urea nitrogen level) was
already at 32 (normal less than 27) and
creatinine over 5 (1.9 is the high end of normal).
Both are monitors of kidney function in the
bloodstream. We placed an IV catheter and
started the fluids. Rechecked the renal values
at 5 PM and the BUN was over 40 and creatinine
over 7 with no urine production after a liter of
fluids. At that point I felt the dog was in acute
renal failure and sent him on to MedVet for a
urinary catheter to monitor urine output overnight
as well as overnight care.
He started vomiting again overnight at MedVet
and his renal values continued to increase
daily. He produced urine when given lasix as a
diuretic. He was on 3 different anti-vomiting
medications and they still couldn't control his
vomiting. Today his urine output decreased
again, his BUN was over 120, his creatinine was
at 10, his phosphorus was very elevated and his
blood pressure, which had been staying around
150, skyrocketed to 220 ... He continued to vomit
and the owners elected to Euthanize.
This is a very sad case - great dog, great owners
who had no idea raisins could be a toxin. Please
alert everyone you know who has a dog of this
very serious risk.
Poison control said as few as 7 raisins or grapes could
be toxic. Many people I know give their dogs grapes
or raisins as treats including our ex-handler's. Any
exposure should give rise to immediate concern.
Onions, chocolate, cocoa, avocadoes and macadamia nuts can
be fatal, too.
Even if you don't have a dog, you might have friends
who do. This is worth passing on to them.
Confirmation from Snopes about the above ....
http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/raisins.asp
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
The moral of this story is the best part!!!
Finnegan The Squirrel;
Debby Cantlon, who plans to release Finnegan, the young squirrel, back into the wild, bottle-fed the infant squirrel after it was brought to her house ...
When Cantlon took in the tiny creature and began caring for him, she found herself with an unlikely nurse's aide: her pregnant Papillion, Mademoiselle Giselle.
Finnegan was resting in a nest in a cage just days before Giselle was due to deliver her puppies.
Cantlon and her husband watched as the dog dragged the squirrel's cage twice to her
own bedside before she gave birth.
Cantlon was concerned, yet ultimately decided to allow the squirrel out and the inter-species bonding began.
Finnegan rides a puppy mosh pit of sorts, burrowing in for warmth after feeding, eventually working his way beneath his new litter mates.
Two days after giving birth, mama dog Giselle allowed Finnegan to nurse; family photos and a videotape show her encouraging him to suckle alongside her litter of five pups..
Now, Finnegan mostly uses a bottle, but still snuggles with his 'siblings' in a moshpit of puppies,
Rolling atop their bodies, and sinking in deeply for a nap.
Finnegan and his new litter mates, five Papillion puppies, get along together as if they were meant to.
Finnegan naps after feeding.
Finnegan makes himself at home with his new litter mates, nuzzling nose-to-nose for a nap after feeding.
Send this along to brighten someone's day!
Wouldn't it be nice if we could all get along like Finnegan and the gang?
MORAL OF THE STORY: Keep loving everyone, even the squirrelly ones ...
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Purple Pages 4 Pets Issue 1 is being distributed
Our first issue of the Purple Pages 4 Pets directory has been printed and is being distributed in Marion County and surrounding area. We are very excited with this venture and can't wait to put out an issue in a neighboring community.
Our advertisers in this issue are:
Animal Care Center Veterinary Clinic 503-371-1988
Bowsers Grooming 503-363-5410
Claws and Paws Grooming 503-749-2400
Companion Pet Clinic 503-588-1603
dogsRealdogs@aol.com
Friends of Felines 503-362-5611
Gail's Grooming 503-585-4208
Happy Tails Grooming 503-371-4500
Life Source Natural Foods 503-361-7973
Marion County Dog Shelter 503-566-6966
Mutt Hut Grooming 503-581-5657
Natures Pet Supplies 503-362-4555
Peaceful Paws Dog Massage 503-581-3375
Santiam Equine 503-763-0983
The Pet Nana Pet Sitter 503-409-8211
Whole Pet Veterinary Clinic 503-363-6465
Willamette Humane Society 503-585-5900
Your Best Friend's Best Friend pet sitter 503-580-4017
Copies of the directory are being distributed by the Willamette Humane Society, Marion County Dog Shelter, Friends of Felines, various Realtors, rental agencies, senior housing complexes, and anywhere else we can get them into the hands of pet lovers.
Our web page www.purplepages4pets.com is under construction and will soon have these and other advertisers linked on the page.
Any pet services who did not get into the directory can put an ad on the web page for six months for a one time fee of $50.
The above listed advertisers will be in the directory for one year. However, if there is enough interest by other advertisers, we may do a second printing (six month version) where those of you who missed out can advertise along side the current advertisers.
If you are interested in having a copy of the directory mailed to you, please write to us at purplepages4pets@gmail.com
Thank you and congratulations to all the advertisers.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Friday, October 29, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
World's longest cat — Stewie — measures 4 feet
– Wed Oct 20, 3:27 pm ET
RENO, Nev. –
The world's longest cat measures more than 4 feet, stealing the record from another Maine Coon. The Reno Gazette-Journal reported that 5-year-old Stewie was certified as the new Guinness World Record holder after measuring 48 1/2 inches from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail bone. That's a little more than 4 feet long.
The record was previously held by another Maine Coon that measured 48 inches.
Stewie's owners, Robin Hendrickson and Erik Brandsness, say they decided to try for the record after hearing countless people say they were amazed by Stewie's length.
Hendrickson said Maine Coons are known as "the gentle giants" of the cat world.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20101020/ap_on_fe_st/us_odd_world_s_longest_cat
RENO, Nev. –
The world's longest cat measures more than 4 feet, stealing the record from another Maine Coon. The Reno Gazette-Journal reported that 5-year-old Stewie was certified as the new Guinness World Record holder after measuring 48 1/2 inches from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail bone. That's a little more than 4 feet long.
The record was previously held by another Maine Coon that measured 48 inches.
Stewie's owners, Robin Hendrickson and Erik Brandsness, say they decided to try for the record after hearing countless people say they were amazed by Stewie's length.
Hendrickson said Maine Coons are known as "the gentle giants" of the cat world.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20101020/ap_on_fe_st/us_odd_world_s_longest_cat
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Treats NOT Tricks - Pet Safety on Halloween
North Shore Animal League
http://www.animalleague.org/pet-tips/treats-not-tricks-pet-safety-halloween.html
For many of us, Halloween can be a ghostly good time. Candy, costumes and frights in the night can be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, our pets don't necessarily agree. For them it can be a stressful night that causes anxiety.
North Shore Animal League America would like to offer some tips and advice for treats NOT tricks on Halloween. Keeping your pets safe and secure will ensure that they don't need to go running to their mummies.
Click the link for some valuable information
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
What it is like to have a Great Dane
If you are thinking of a Great Dane - check this out! They are so funny.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv1I_cqkjOM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nv1I_cqkjOM
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Parasite season is not over
Think parasite season is over just because the warm-weather months are coming to a close? Think again! From roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms to fleas, coccidia, bots, and pinworms, parasites are just as abundant in the late summer and early fall as any other time of year. As summer comes to a close, it’s a good idea to get your pet(s) back to the practice for parasite testing and prevention.
The Parasitic Threat — Parasites can affect your health as well as your pet's! Internal and external parasites like hookworms can be passed not only from pet to pet, but also from your pet to you. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, between 1 and 3 million people are infected by hookworms from their pets each year. Even fleas, one of the most common parasites, can transmit parasitic infections, like tapeworms, to your pet and your family. That is why it is so important to protect your pet and your family against parasitic infection.
Diagnosis and Prevention — Different parasites can affect your pet in different ways--anything from no symptoms or simple irritation to life-threatening conditions. The only way you can ensure your pet’s and your family’s safety is to get your pet tested. We are here to help! Visit us to have your pet tested and get control recommendations, as many parasitic infections require unique diagnosis and preventive measures.
Call us today for an appointment, or visit your Pet Portal to learn more. If you are not yet using your Pet Portal, log on today to discover the benefits of managing your pet's health care online with a private, personalized, secure - and FREE - website of your own.
Get Started Today!
Just visit our practice website at http://www.wvah.net and click on "Pet Portal LOG IN." We look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff of Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
4975 River Road North
Keizer, OR, 97303
(503) 393-7462
The Parasitic Threat — Parasites can affect your health as well as your pet's! Internal and external parasites like hookworms can be passed not only from pet to pet, but also from your pet to you. According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, between 1 and 3 million people are infected by hookworms from their pets each year. Even fleas, one of the most common parasites, can transmit parasitic infections, like tapeworms, to your pet and your family. That is why it is so important to protect your pet and your family against parasitic infection.
Diagnosis and Prevention — Different parasites can affect your pet in different ways--anything from no symptoms or simple irritation to life-threatening conditions. The only way you can ensure your pet’s and your family’s safety is to get your pet tested. We are here to help! Visit us to have your pet tested and get control recommendations, as many parasitic infections require unique diagnosis and preventive measures.
Call us today for an appointment, or visit your Pet Portal to learn more. If you are not yet using your Pet Portal, log on today to discover the benefits of managing your pet's health care online with a private, personalized, secure - and FREE - website of your own.
Get Started Today!
Just visit our practice website at http://www.wvah.net and click on "Pet Portal LOG IN." We look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff of Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
4975 River Road North
Keizer, OR, 97303
(503) 393-7462
Monday, September 27, 2010
Blessing of the Animals
From my friend Betty Folmsbee: Anyone who has pets of ANY kind is invited to St Paul's ORegon City 822 Washing St Oct 3rd after the 10am service (around 11:15) to participate in the Blessing of the Animals. Special guest will be Moses the Camel (recently rescued from a deep ditch). We all decided he definately needs to be blessed!! Please bring your pet to the 10am service and join us for the Blessings in honor of St Francis!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Man builds cat-sized village for homeless cats
Craig Grant didn't like cats. But that changed when his son moved out, leaving his cat, Pepper, behind. And just when Craig was getting used to having one cat, he found out Pepper was pregnant.
Five kittens later, Craig was ready to adopt them out until his son said they must stay with their mother for 8 weeks. "It wasn't long before the kittens were swinging from my curtains," he notes on his website.
Check out the rest of this GREAT article!!!
http://green.yahoo.com/blog/guest_bloggers/69/man-builds-cat-sized-village-for-homeless-cats.html
Five kittens later, Craig was ready to adopt them out until his son said they must stay with their mother for 8 weeks. "It wasn't long before the kittens were swinging from my curtains," he notes on his website.
Check out the rest of this GREAT article!!!
http://green.yahoo.com/blog/guest_bloggers/69/man-builds-cat-sized-village-for-homeless-cats.html
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Don’t forget your pets in emergencies
Surviving an emergency such as a fire, flood, earthquake or terrorist attack depends on what you plan for your family today. Hopefully you have a family plan and a 72 hour emergency kit. Now, how about Fido?
Believe it or not, more people in the United States have pets, than have children. Many people consider their pets to be part of the family and wouldn’t dream of leaving them behind. I confess I fall into that category.
Whether you decide to stay put in an emergency or evacuate to a safer location, you need to make plans in advance for your pets. Assembling an animal emergency supply kit is one of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected. Include your veterinarian in your planning as they may have good ideas and suggestions specific to your pet.
Your pet kit should contain basically the same items as your family kit. They will need enough food and water for three days, medicines and medical records (in a waterproof plastic bag) and a first aid kit. Injured animals may need antibiotic ointment, flea and tick prevention, and isopropyl alcohol. A pet first aid reference book would be handy too.
Your pet should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identification at all times. Your kit should include a backup leash and ID tag. You might also consider talking with your veterinarian about permanent identification such as micro-chipping.
Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate, puppy pads, paper towels, plastic trash bags and chlorine bleach to provide for your pet’s sanitation needs. Nine parts water to one part bleach is a good disinfectant or you can use 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water to purify it for drinking.
Don’t forget favorite toys, treats or bedding in you pet kit. Familiar items can help reduce stress, theirs and yours.
If you become separated from your pets, a photo of you together will help document ownership and help others to identify your pet when found.
Develop a pet care buddy system. Know who will evacuate the pet and where the pet will stay. Some shelters are now accepting pets with their owners or you can find pet friendly hotels outside your immediate area. There are boarding kennels and some veterinary hospitals will take pets during an emergency. Contact these places ahead of time.
Plan with neighbors, friends or relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Designate specific locations, one in your immediate neighborhood and another farther away, where you will meet in an emergency. You will need a crate or other pet carrier if it is practical for you to take your animals with you. The carrier should be large enough for your pet to stand, turn around and lie down.
As in all planning, be prepared to adapt this information to your personal circumstances and make every effort t to follow instructions from authorities on the scene. With these simple preparations, you can be ready for the unexpected. Take time now to get yourself and your pet ready.
Friday, September 3, 2010
WHAT PURPLE PAGES 4 PETS IS ABOUT
1) A directory to guide Marion and Polk county residences to pet services in their area.
2) Distributed by: Humane Society, Marion County Dog Shelter, Salem Friends of Felines, realtors, senior centers, retirement homes, and others.
3) 10,000 copies targeted to your market and advertising cost is minimal.
4) Your listing by location; north, south, Keizer, west, or rural area.
WHAT PURPLE PAGES 4 PETS NEEDS FROM YOU
1) A commitment to give our pets the local best.
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3) Your ad design or ours – no cost for designing – or you can just use your business card (attach electronic version to your email).
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Thursday, September 2, 2010
Great Dog Treats
These healthy dog treats are a DIY-licious idea from Whole Foods. Although the depicted green comes from a pinch of parsley, dried mint can swap in for even fresher breath yet.
If you're curious to learn the six ingredients and check out the recipe to bake for your dog, then just read more.
Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Whole Foods Market
Bake up these healthy, peanutty treats for your good boys and girls.
Ingredients
1 banana, peeled
1 cup oat flour
2/3 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup dried parsley
3 tablespoons peanut butter
1 egg, beaten
Directions
1.Preheat oven to 300°F.
2.Put banana in a large boil and use a spoon or potato masher to mash it thoroughly.
3.Add oat flour, oats, parsley, peanut butter and egg and stir well to combine. Set aside for 5 minutes.
4.Roll mixture into 24 balls, using about 1 tablespoon dough for each; transfer to a large parchment paper-lined sheet tray as done.
5.Use the back of a spoon or the heel of your hand to press each ball into a (1 1/2- to 2-inch) coin.
6.Bake until firm and deep golden brown on the bottom, 40 to 45 minutes. Set aside to let cool completely.
Storage note: It's best to store these in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Or, freeze them to give to your pal later; just be sure to thaw the treats befor handing them out
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
How do you change leads still in the canter?
This is a question that needs to assume a lot about what the horse already knows and how relaxed the horse is when you ride. The assumptions will be that the horse naturally changes lead when you change directions, say for instance you are doing figure eights and the horse naturally changes when your turn changes into the opposite direction. Also his neck should be supple and he willing flexes his neck when you direct rein him. If he puts up resistence to you when you turn then he is not mentally ready to listen to you when you give him the cues for changing leads. He should also be willing to start on what ever lead you ask him to lope off on from a trot and a stand still and will maintain the gate until you ask otherwise.
Now with our assumptions in place have him cantering down a straight line. If he is on the right lead and we want to go to the left lead then put slight tension in the left rein so that his nose tips to the left. Apply pressure to his left rib cage so that you are almost asking him to two track. After a few strides release the left rein tension and left leg at the same time while you put your right calf and heel against his body and back a couple of inches from straight down. You then may want to put your left leg ahead and out about an inch too. Hold this position until he changes leads. Then go back to a neutral state. Don't force the lead by applying more pressure. Just let him find it.
If you run out of room going in the straight line then at the point where you have to turn ask him to turn to the left so that he will pick up on the left lead anyway. Practice this only 2 or 3 times per session. If he does the lead change on the first attempt don't bother doing the lesson again till the next session. This way he won't associate lead changes as being a form of punishment. Also allowing him to work on this in a big pasture will be best so there is time for him to figure out the pressure against him releases when he does the lead change and not just because he turned.
Now with our assumptions in place have him cantering down a straight line. If he is on the right lead and we want to go to the left lead then put slight tension in the left rein so that his nose tips to the left. Apply pressure to his left rib cage so that you are almost asking him to two track. After a few strides release the left rein tension and left leg at the same time while you put your right calf and heel against his body and back a couple of inches from straight down. You then may want to put your left leg ahead and out about an inch too. Hold this position until he changes leads. Then go back to a neutral state. Don't force the lead by applying more pressure. Just let him find it.
If you run out of room going in the straight line then at the point where you have to turn ask him to turn to the left so that he will pick up on the left lead anyway. Practice this only 2 or 3 times per session. If he does the lead change on the first attempt don't bother doing the lesson again till the next session. This way he won't associate lead changes as being a form of punishment. Also allowing him to work on this in a big pasture will be best so there is time for him to figure out the pressure against him releases when he does the lead change and not just because he turned.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Oregon Humane Society events
Just a couple upcoming events that might be of interest.
SEPTEMBER 2010 EVENTS 2
THURS
Sniff Dog Hotel Grand Opening Celebration
5:00 - 9:00 pm at Sniff Dog Hotel, 1828 NW Raleigh St.
Come see and celebrate the opening of Portland’s luxury doggie care facility, The Sniff Dog Hotel. There will be beer and wine (100% of sales will be donated to OHS), tasty treats, great raffle prizes, tours, and hotel discounts. Plus, meet OHS dogs available for adoption.
4
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Mr. Callaway Classic Golf Tournament & Yappy Hour
12:00 pm at the Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club, 4805 SW 229th Ave, Aloha
Register for this tournament to benefit the animals at the Oregon Humane Society. The scramble format featuring “twisted whisker and doggie poo-over packages” adds to the on-course fun for beginning and seasoned players. The $85 registration fee includes golf, cart, balls, prizes, dinner and admission to Yappy Hour. The Yappy Hour follows the tournament with fun games, dinner, silent auction and dogs from OHS. To register or for more information visit www.ewgapdx.com.
SEPTEMBER 2010 EVENTS 2
THURS
Sniff Dog Hotel Grand Opening Celebration
5:00 - 9:00 pm at Sniff Dog Hotel, 1828 NW Raleigh St.
Come see and celebrate the opening of Portland’s luxury doggie care facility, The Sniff Dog Hotel. There will be beer and wine (100% of sales will be donated to OHS), tasty treats, great raffle prizes, tours, and hotel discounts. Plus, meet OHS dogs available for adoption.
4
SAT
Mr. Callaway Classic Golf Tournament & Yappy Hour
12:00 pm at the Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club, 4805 SW 229th Ave, Aloha
Register for this tournament to benefit the animals at the Oregon Humane Society. The scramble format featuring “twisted whisker and doggie poo-over packages” adds to the on-course fun for beginning and seasoned players. The $85 registration fee includes golf, cart, balls, prizes, dinner and admission to Yappy Hour. The Yappy Hour follows the tournament with fun games, dinner, silent auction and dogs from OHS. To register or for more information visit www.ewgapdx.com.
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Cat Adoption Event set for Saturday in Salem
South Salem Pet Supply, 4655 Commercial St. SE, will host a free cat adoption outreach event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
For more information, call (503) 362-5611 or visit www.salemfriendsoffelines.org.
Read more: http://www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20100825/COMMUNITIES/8250317/1108/EAST_SALEM#ixzz0xdVUHnv8
Monday, August 23, 2010
During a Disaster - what to do about pets
•Bring your pets inside immediately.
•Have newspapers on hand for sanitary purposes. Feed the animals moist or canned food so they will need less water to drink.
•Animals have instincts about severe weather changes and will often isolate themselves if they are afraid. Bringing them inside early can stop them from running away. Never leave a pet outside or tied up during a storm.
•Separate dogs and cats. Even if your dogs and cats normally get along, the anxiety of an emergency situation can cause pets to act irrationally. Keep small pets away from cats and dogs.
•In an emergency, you may have to take your birds with you. Talk with your veterinarian or local pet store about special food dispensers that regulate the amount of food a bird is given. Make sure that the bird is caged and the cage is covered by a thin cloth or sheet to provide security and filtered light.
•Have newspapers on hand for sanitary purposes. Feed the animals moist or canned food so they will need less water to drink.
•Animals have instincts about severe weather changes and will often isolate themselves if they are afraid. Bringing them inside early can stop them from running away. Never leave a pet outside or tied up during a storm.
•Separate dogs and cats. Even if your dogs and cats normally get along, the anxiety of an emergency situation can cause pets to act irrationally. Keep small pets away from cats and dogs.
•In an emergency, you may have to take your birds with you. Talk with your veterinarian or local pet store about special food dispensers that regulate the amount of food a bird is given. Make sure that the bird is caged and the cage is covered by a thin cloth or sheet to provide security and filtered light.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Monday, August 9, 2010
Slider Turtles become excellent pets but keeping them in healthy states requires commitment, ample time and recurring expenses.
By: http://www.petsdo.com/pets/slider-turtle
Slider Turtles are medium sized reptiles, found in Southern USA centered between Illinois to Gulf of Mexico and between the East Coast to Western Texas. They can grow up to 12 inches in length and are known to be aquatic and strong swimmers. They live in marshes, ponds and slow moving water bodies where there is lot of vegetation. In the wild, they are commonly found basking on rocks, logs or other surfaces above water. As they are cold blooded reptiles, they rely on external heat for warmth. They bask in the sunlight during the summer months and burrow into the earth and hibernate during winter.
Slider Turtles are of various species. Some of their shells are green colored with bright yellow stripes. But most commonly ones kept as pets are the Red Slider Turtles. A patch of red behind each eye gives them the Red Eyed Slider name, but all turtles do not have this feature. Some have red patch on their head. Shells of baby turtles may be of green, white, yellow or red. As the turtle ages, the patches disappear and shells become uniformly dark olive green or greenish brown. They have webbed feet and strong claws. The life span of turtles range between 50 to 70 years.
Slider Turtles are carnivores when young but with age become omnivorous. Generally meat and plant based diet is their best source of food. Most of them have fixed tongue and prefer eating their food in water. These turtles were at the heart of the “Salmonella scare†back in the 70s when children contacted the disease by holding them. If these are to be kept as pets, one has to take severe precaution against such infections.
Today, owing to pet trading, these species are commonly found in various parts of the world. As pets, they may be kept in glass aquariums where water capacity is around 55 gallons. This is specially for the adult turtles. The aquarium substrate consists of gravel which helps to form smooth slopes. These containers need to be covered with tight fitting screen and smooth rocks may be placed strategically for use as basking sites.
The aquarium requires temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. If the room temperature is cooler, then infrared bulb or room heater may be placed. The aquarium must be cleaned at regular intervals and water replaced. Fresh water should be de-chlorinated. The pets must be fed regularly in the open before moving them back to the container. To keep them in good health, they need warmth, clean water and proper diet. They need to be handled gently as they tend to scratch if disturbed. From the wild to being pets, they acclimatize to the new environment by hiding in their shells for the first seven days or so.
By: http://www.petsdo.com/pets/slider-turtle
Slider Turtles are medium sized reptiles, found in Southern USA centered between Illinois to Gulf of Mexico and between the East Coast to Western Texas. They can grow up to 12 inches in length and are known to be aquatic and strong swimmers. They live in marshes, ponds and slow moving water bodies where there is lot of vegetation. In the wild, they are commonly found basking on rocks, logs or other surfaces above water. As they are cold blooded reptiles, they rely on external heat for warmth. They bask in the sunlight during the summer months and burrow into the earth and hibernate during winter.
Slider Turtles are of various species. Some of their shells are green colored with bright yellow stripes. But most commonly ones kept as pets are the Red Slider Turtles. A patch of red behind each eye gives them the Red Eyed Slider name, but all turtles do not have this feature. Some have red patch on their head. Shells of baby turtles may be of green, white, yellow or red. As the turtle ages, the patches disappear and shells become uniformly dark olive green or greenish brown. They have webbed feet and strong claws. The life span of turtles range between 50 to 70 years.
Slider Turtles are carnivores when young but with age become omnivorous. Generally meat and plant based diet is their best source of food. Most of them have fixed tongue and prefer eating their food in water. These turtles were at the heart of the “Salmonella scare†back in the 70s when children contacted the disease by holding them. If these are to be kept as pets, one has to take severe precaution against such infections.
Today, owing to pet trading, these species are commonly found in various parts of the world. As pets, they may be kept in glass aquariums where water capacity is around 55 gallons. This is specially for the adult turtles. The aquarium substrate consists of gravel which helps to form smooth slopes. These containers need to be covered with tight fitting screen and smooth rocks may be placed strategically for use as basking sites.
The aquarium requires temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. If the room temperature is cooler, then infrared bulb or room heater may be placed. The aquarium must be cleaned at regular intervals and water replaced. Fresh water should be de-chlorinated. The pets must be fed regularly in the open before moving them back to the container. To keep them in good health, they need warmth, clean water and proper diet. They need to be handled gently as they tend to scratch if disturbed. From the wild to being pets, they acclimatize to the new environment by hiding in their shells for the first seven days or so.
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Saved from Suffering - Lady Macbeth and Puppies
On May 18, 2010, North Shore Animal League America Mobile Units returned from the Midwest with 97 mill dogs that were rescued from various puppy mills. One of the rescued dogs was an Old English Sheepdog that we named Lady Macbeth. As is usually the case with mill dogs, Lady Macbeth was devoid of any medical care... Read their story http://www.animalleague.org/feature/puppy_mills/lady-macbeth-puppies.html
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Choosing a Doggie DaycareBrought to you by:
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by Katie May, Purina Blogger, 20 hours agoPost a CommentRead More from This Author »Report Abuse..Most pups need interaction, exercise and a bit of adventure in their day. But sometimes pet owners get busy - and a few days can go by without a long, leisurely walk or a romp at the dog park. If you find that your pup is in need of a little extra attention, perhaps a visit to doggie daycare is in order.
Doggie daycare is great for dogs who can easily get lonely, anxious or destructive when left alone for too long. If they've got a place to roughhouse and play, they'll typically come home pooped - and probably pretty happy. And you won't have to worry about which pair of shoes they'll chew up next. But there are some important considerations to take into account if you decide that doggie daycare is an option for you - and it's important to be sure you choose the right place to leave your pup for the day. So before you decide where to drop off your dog, consider these important factors:
The Vibe. Do you get a good feeling when you walk in the place? Does it seem like the staff is knowledgeable, friendly and experienced? Do you feel like your dog will get the attention he needs? If your radar goes off for any reason, or the vibe doesn't seem right, don't hesitate to look at other options.
Health and Safety. Does the daycare require current proof of vaccination? Do they keep a vet on call for emergencies? Do indoor and outdoor areas look clean and secure? And how do they treat dogs who misbehave or go after other pets? You're looking for a place where your dog will have fun, but it should also be a place where his safety is a primary concern.
Pet Schedules. What will the schedule be like for your pup? Will there be time for him to relax? Are there areas for both rest and play? Make sure you leave your dog in a place that thinks about the details of your dog's day - and maximizes his time there.
Play Group Organization. Dogs of similar size or energy levels should ideally be grouped together. For both their safety and the enhancement of their experience.
If you're looking for a little something extra, many puppy play centers will work grooming into your daycare fees, or offer other special services. Ask around and get a few good recommendations before starting your search - and don't be afraid to take your pup with you to check the place out!
Katie May, Purina Blogger.
sponsor
by Katie May, Purina Blogger, 20 hours agoPost a CommentRead More from This Author »Report Abuse..Most pups need interaction, exercise and a bit of adventure in their day. But sometimes pet owners get busy - and a few days can go by without a long, leisurely walk or a romp at the dog park. If you find that your pup is in need of a little extra attention, perhaps a visit to doggie daycare is in order.
Doggie daycare is great for dogs who can easily get lonely, anxious or destructive when left alone for too long. If they've got a place to roughhouse and play, they'll typically come home pooped - and probably pretty happy. And you won't have to worry about which pair of shoes they'll chew up next. But there are some important considerations to take into account if you decide that doggie daycare is an option for you - and it's important to be sure you choose the right place to leave your pup for the day. So before you decide where to drop off your dog, consider these important factors:
The Vibe. Do you get a good feeling when you walk in the place? Does it seem like the staff is knowledgeable, friendly and experienced? Do you feel like your dog will get the attention he needs? If your radar goes off for any reason, or the vibe doesn't seem right, don't hesitate to look at other options.
Health and Safety. Does the daycare require current proof of vaccination? Do they keep a vet on call for emergencies? Do indoor and outdoor areas look clean and secure? And how do they treat dogs who misbehave or go after other pets? You're looking for a place where your dog will have fun, but it should also be a place where his safety is a primary concern.
Pet Schedules. What will the schedule be like for your pup? Will there be time for him to relax? Are there areas for both rest and play? Make sure you leave your dog in a place that thinks about the details of your dog's day - and maximizes his time there.
Play Group Organization. Dogs of similar size or energy levels should ideally be grouped together. For both their safety and the enhancement of their experience.
If you're looking for a little something extra, many puppy play centers will work grooming into your daycare fees, or offer other special services. Ask around and get a few good recommendations before starting your search - and don't be afraid to take your pup with you to check the place out!
Recall -- Firm Press Release
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Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz Bag (Item # 60016 Lot 10127 Best by May 6 2012) because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Company Contact:
Customer Inquiries:
800-664-7387
Other Inquiries:
James Witcher, Coo#160;
806-322-2806
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 3, 2010 – Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July 2,2010 recall of 10 oz "Beef Filet Squares for Dogs (Texas Hold'Ems)" pet treat (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include 83 cases of "Texas Hold'ems" (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127 BEST BY MAY 6, 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.
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 Beef Filet Squares (Texas Hold 'Ems) were shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
The treats are sold in 1Ooz plastic bags marked with "Lot # 10127 Best By May 6, 2012" on the top of the bag and on a sticker applied to the bottom.
No illnesses have been reported to date for either lot of product. A sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Consumers who have purchased 10 ounce packages of"Texas Hold'ems" 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 8:00 - 5:00 CDT.
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Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz Bag (Item # 60016 Lot 10127 Best by May 6 2012) because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Company Contact:
Customer Inquiries:
800-664-7387
Other Inquiries:
James Witcher, Coo#160;
806-322-2806
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 3, 2010 – Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July 2,2010 recall of 10 oz "Beef Filet Squares for Dogs (Texas Hold'Ems)" pet treat (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include 83 cases of "Texas Hold'ems" (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127 BEST BY MAY 6, 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.
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 Beef Filet Squares (Texas Hold 'Ems) were shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
The treats are sold in 1Ooz plastic bags marked with "Lot # 10127 Best By May 6, 2012" on the top of the bag and on a sticker applied to the bottom.
No illnesses have been reported to date for either lot of product. A sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Consumers who have purchased 10 ounce packages of"Texas Hold'ems" 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 8:00 - 5:00 CDT.
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Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Monday, August 2, 2010
The Facts About Punishment (Parrots)
S.G. Friedman, Ph.D. and Bobbi Brinker
Read the article http://www.parrots.org/pdfs/all_about_parrots/reference_library/behaviour_and_environmental_enrichment/The%20Facts%20About%20Punishment.pdf »
One of the top reasons for parrots being surrendered to rescues is "problem" behaviour. In this article the age-old questions of whether to punish or not and then HOW to punish troublesome behaviours are ably answered by Dr. Friedman, and Bobbi Brinker of www.parrottalk.com - misconceptions are put to flight, and well-reasoned methods introduced instead.
Read the article http://www.parrots.org/pdfs/all_about_parrots/reference_library/behaviour_and_environmental_enrichment/The%20Facts%20About%20Punishment.pdf »
One of the top reasons for parrots being surrendered to rescues is "problem" behaviour. In this article the age-old questions of whether to punish or not and then HOW to punish troublesome behaviours are ably answered by Dr. Friedman, and Bobbi Brinker of www.parrottalk.com - misconceptions are put to flight, and well-reasoned methods introduced instead.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Dog Training: Animal Experts Debunk the Alpha-Dog Myth
By JENINNE LEE-ST. JOHN Jeninne Lee-st. John – Fri Jul 30, 7:20 am ET
Dogs are descended from wolves. Wolves live in hierarchical packs in which the aggressive alpha male rules over everyone else. Therefore, humans need to dominate their pet dogs to get them to behave.
This logic has dominated the canine-rearing conversation for more than five years, thanks mostly to National Geographic's award-winning show, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan. (See photos of a real-life hotel for dogs.)
But many experts say Millan's philosophy is based on now-debunked animal studies and that some of his techniques - most famously the alpha roll, in which he pins a dog on its back and holds it by the throat - are downright cruel. Rival trainer Victoria Stilwell has launched a competitive assault on Dog Whisperer by starring on Animal Planet's It's Me or the Dog and by spreading her system of positive-reinforcement training virtually and with troops on the ground: this June she launched a podcast (available on positively.com and iTunes) and franchised her methods to a first batch of 20 dog trainers in the U.S., the U.K., Italy and Greece. She uses positivity as a counterpoint to dominance theory and reserves her aggression for the poorly behaving humans.
For complete article: http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20100730/hl_time/08599200725000
Dogs are descended from wolves. Wolves live in hierarchical packs in which the aggressive alpha male rules over everyone else. Therefore, humans need to dominate their pet dogs to get them to behave.
This logic has dominated the canine-rearing conversation for more than five years, thanks mostly to National Geographic's award-winning show, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan. (See photos of a real-life hotel for dogs.)
But many experts say Millan's philosophy is based on now-debunked animal studies and that some of his techniques - most famously the alpha roll, in which he pins a dog on its back and holds it by the throat - are downright cruel. Rival trainer Victoria Stilwell has launched a competitive assault on Dog Whisperer by starring on Animal Planet's It's Me or the Dog and by spreading her system of positive-reinforcement training virtually and with troops on the ground: this June she launched a podcast (available on positively.com and iTunes) and franchised her methods to a first batch of 20 dog trainers in the U.S., the U.K., Italy and Greece. She uses positivity as a counterpoint to dominance theory and reserves her aggression for the poorly behaving humans.
For complete article: http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20100730/hl_time/08599200725000
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Rare Cross between and zebra and a donkey
Four-day-old Zedonk, rare cross
A four-day-old Zedonk, a rare cross between a zebra and a donkey, stands next to her mother at the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve in Lumpkin County, Ga. Monday July 26, 2010. The director of the preserve says it is the first time in 40 years that a zedonk has been born there.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Salem, Oregon Dog Parks
Salem, Oregon has Dog Parks with maps and descriptions provided. Search by zip code or add in dog parks to find the best dog friendly location for your travels.
http://www.dogparkusa.com/parks/OR/Salem
Oregon Dog Parks
Arcadia Beach State Recreation Site
Bullards Beach State Park
Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park
D River State Recreation Site
Ecola State Park
Fogarty Creek State Recreation Area
Harris Beach State Park
Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint
Hug Point State Recreation Site
McVay Rock State Recreation Site
Minto Brown Island Park Off Leash Dog Area
Nehalem Bay State Park
Orchard Heights Park Off Leash Dog Area
Oregon State Parks and BeachesOswald West State Park
Pistol River State Scenic Viewpoint
Roads End State Recreation Site
Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor
Keizer Dog Park
Horse sayings
There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man. ~Winston Churchill
Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people. ~W.C. Fields
Riding: The art of keeping a horse between you and the ground. ~Author Unknown
It is not enough for a man to know how to ride; he must know how to fall. ~Mexican Proverb
The wagon rests in winter, the sleigh in summer, the horse never. ~Yiddish Proverb
Many people have sighed for the 'good old days' and regretted the 'passing of the horse,' but today, when only those who like horses own them, it is a far better time for horses. ~C.W. Anderson
No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle. ~Winston Churchill
People on horses look better than they are. People in cars look worse than they are. ~Marya Mannes
Horses and children, I often think, have a lot of the good sense there is in the world. ~Josephine Demott Robinson
It's always been and always will be the same in the world: The horse does the work and the coachman is tipped. ~Author Unknown
Heaven is high and earth wide. If you ride three feet higher above the ground than other men, you will know what that means. ~Rudolf C. Binding
He knows when you're happy
He knows when you're comfortable
He knows when you're confident
And he always knows when you have carrots.
~Author Unknown
The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. ~Arabian Proverb
Ah, steeds, steeds, what steeds! Has the whirlwind a home in your manes? Is there a sensitive ear, alert as a flame, in your every fiber? Hearing the familiar song from above, all in one accord you strain your bronze chests and, hooves barely touching the ground, turn into straight lines cleaving the air, and all inspired by God it rushes on! ~Nikolai V. Gogol, Dead Souls, 1842, translated from Russian (above is combination of translations by Bernard Guildert Guerney, Richard Peaver, and Larisa Voloklonsky)
To ride a horse is to ride the sky. ~Author Unknown
There is no secret so close as that between a rider and his horse. ~Robert Smith Surtees, "Chapter XXX: Bolting the Badger," Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour, 1853
A horse loves freedom, and the weariest old work horse will roll on the ground or break into a lumbering gallop when he is turned loose into the open. ~Gerald Raferty
I bless the hoss from hoof to head -
From head to hoof, and tale to mane! -
I bless the hoss, as I have said,
From head to hoof, and back again!
~James Whitcomb Riley
Horses are uncomfortable in the middle and dangerous at both ends. ~Attributed to both Christopher Stone and Ian Fleming
It's a lot like nuts and bolts - if the rider's nuts, the horse bolts! ~Nicholas Evans
A lovely horse is always an experience.... It is an emotional experience of the kind that is spoiled by words. ~Beryl Markham
I can always tell which is the front end of a horse, but beyond that, my art is not above the ordinary. ~Mark Twain
The horses paw and prance and neigh,
Fillies and colts like kittens play,
And dance and toss their rippled manes
Shining and soft as silken skeins;...
~Oliver Wendell Holmes
...I heard a neigh. Oh, such a brisk and melodious neigh as that was! My very heart leaped with delight at the sound. ~Nathaniel Hawthorne, "The Chimæra," A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys, 1852 (about Pegasus)
A thousand horse and none to ride! -
With flowing tail, and flying mane,
Wide nostrils never stretched by pain,
Mouths bloodless to the bit or rein,
And feet that iron never shod,
And flanks unscarred by spur or rod,
A thousand horse, the wild, the free,
Like waves that follow o'er the sea,
Came thickly thundering on,...
~Lord Byron, XVII, Mazeppa, 1818
A horse is the projection of peoples' dreams about themselves - strong, powerful, beautiful - and it has the capability of giving us escape from our mundane existence. ~Pam Brown
The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire. ~Sharon Ralls Lemon
All I pay my psychiatrist is the cost of feed and hay, and he'll listen to me any day. ~Author Unknown
Horse sense is the thing a horse has which keeps it from betting on people. ~W.C. Fields
Riding: The art of keeping a horse between you and the ground. ~Author Unknown
It is not enough for a man to know how to ride; he must know how to fall. ~Mexican Proverb
The wagon rests in winter, the sleigh in summer, the horse never. ~Yiddish Proverb
Many people have sighed for the 'good old days' and regretted the 'passing of the horse,' but today, when only those who like horses own them, it is a far better time for horses. ~C.W. Anderson
No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle. ~Winston Churchill
People on horses look better than they are. People in cars look worse than they are. ~Marya Mannes
Horses and children, I often think, have a lot of the good sense there is in the world. ~Josephine Demott Robinson
It's always been and always will be the same in the world: The horse does the work and the coachman is tipped. ~Author Unknown
Heaven is high and earth wide. If you ride three feet higher above the ground than other men, you will know what that means. ~Rudolf C. Binding
He knows when you're happy
He knows when you're comfortable
He knows when you're confident
And he always knows when you have carrots.
~Author Unknown
The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse's ears. ~Arabian Proverb
Ah, steeds, steeds, what steeds! Has the whirlwind a home in your manes? Is there a sensitive ear, alert as a flame, in your every fiber? Hearing the familiar song from above, all in one accord you strain your bronze chests and, hooves barely touching the ground, turn into straight lines cleaving the air, and all inspired by God it rushes on! ~Nikolai V. Gogol, Dead Souls, 1842, translated from Russian (above is combination of translations by Bernard Guildert Guerney, Richard Peaver, and Larisa Voloklonsky)
To ride a horse is to ride the sky. ~Author Unknown
There is no secret so close as that between a rider and his horse. ~Robert Smith Surtees, "Chapter XXX: Bolting the Badger," Mr. Sponge's Sporting Tour, 1853
A horse loves freedom, and the weariest old work horse will roll on the ground or break into a lumbering gallop when he is turned loose into the open. ~Gerald Raferty
I bless the hoss from hoof to head -
From head to hoof, and tale to mane! -
I bless the hoss, as I have said,
From head to hoof, and back again!
~James Whitcomb Riley
Horses are uncomfortable in the middle and dangerous at both ends. ~Attributed to both Christopher Stone and Ian Fleming
It's a lot like nuts and bolts - if the rider's nuts, the horse bolts! ~Nicholas Evans
A lovely horse is always an experience.... It is an emotional experience of the kind that is spoiled by words. ~Beryl Markham
I can always tell which is the front end of a horse, but beyond that, my art is not above the ordinary. ~Mark Twain
The horses paw and prance and neigh,
Fillies and colts like kittens play,
And dance and toss their rippled manes
Shining and soft as silken skeins;...
~Oliver Wendell Holmes
...I heard a neigh. Oh, such a brisk and melodious neigh as that was! My very heart leaped with delight at the sound. ~Nathaniel Hawthorne, "The Chimæra," A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys, 1852 (about Pegasus)
A thousand horse and none to ride! -
With flowing tail, and flying mane,
Wide nostrils never stretched by pain,
Mouths bloodless to the bit or rein,
And feet that iron never shod,
And flanks unscarred by spur or rod,
A thousand horse, the wild, the free,
Like waves that follow o'er the sea,
Came thickly thundering on,...
~Lord Byron, XVII, Mazeppa, 1818
A horse is the projection of peoples' dreams about themselves - strong, powerful, beautiful - and it has the capability of giving us escape from our mundane existence. ~Pam Brown
The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and fire. ~Sharon Ralls Lemon
All I pay my psychiatrist is the cost of feed and hay, and he'll listen to me any day. ~Author Unknown
Monday, July 26, 2010
The importance of a pet adoption fee (not buying)
Why pay a pet adoption fee?
It may be tempting to look for a free pet in your local classifieds rather than pay a pet adoption donation. But the reality is, no pet is free: You'll be responsible for her vet care, food and supplies for the rest of her life (see more information on the annual costs of pet ownership). Pet adoption fees vary by organization, but often cover the basic veterinary care you would have to pay for with your "free" pet.
Where does my adoption fee go?
Ask the rescue group, but fees usually include:
•Spaying/neutering $150-300
•Distemper vaccination $20-30 x2
•Rabies vaccination $15-25
•Heartworm test $15-35
•Flea/tick treatment $50-200
•Microchip $50
Another note on "free" pets
Unfortunately, individuals who do not have a pet's best interests in mind often scour classifieds for "free to a good home" ads. Therefore it's recommended that anyone seeking to rehome a pet request an adoption fee
It may be tempting to look for a free pet in your local classifieds rather than pay a pet adoption donation. But the reality is, no pet is free: You'll be responsible for her vet care, food and supplies for the rest of her life (see more information on the annual costs of pet ownership). Pet adoption fees vary by organization, but often cover the basic veterinary care you would have to pay for with your "free" pet.
Where does my adoption fee go?
Ask the rescue group, but fees usually include:
•Spaying/neutering $150-300
•Distemper vaccination $20-30 x2
•Rabies vaccination $15-25
•Heartworm test $15-35
•Flea/tick treatment $50-200
•Microchip $50
Another note on "free" pets
Unfortunately, individuals who do not have a pet's best interests in mind often scour classifieds for "free to a good home" ads. Therefore it's recommended that anyone seeking to rehome a pet request an adoption fee
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies Makes Sense.
If you are like millions of animal owners nationwide, your pet is an important member of your household. The likelihood that you and your animals will survive an emergency such as a fire or flood, tornado or terrorist attack depends largely on emergency planning done today.
Some of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as assembling an animal emergency supply kit and developing a pet care buddy system, are the same for any emergency. Whether you decide to stay put in an emergency or evacuate to a safer location, you will need to make plans in advance for your pets. Keep in mind that what's best for you is typically what's best for your animals.
If you must evacuate, take your pets with you if possible. However, if you are going to a public shelter, it is important to understand that animals may not be allowed inside. Plan in advance for shelter alternatives that will work for both you and your pets.
Make a back-up emergency plan in case you can't care for your animals yourself. Develop a buddy system with neighbors, friends and relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Be prepared to improvise and use what you have on hand to make it on your own for at least three days, maybe longer.
Preparing for Your Pets Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
To view the Community Pet Preparedness Toolkit http://www.ready.gov/america/toolkit_pets/index.html
If you must evacuate, take your pets with you if possible. However, if you are going to a public shelter, it is important to understand that animals may not be allowed inside. Plan in advance for shelter alternatives that will work for both you and your pets.
Make a back-up emergency plan in case you can't care for your animals yourself. Develop a buddy system with neighbors, friends and relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Be prepared to improvise and use what you have on hand to make it on your own for at least three days, maybe longer.
Preparing for Your Pets Makes Sense. Get Ready Now.
To view the Community Pet Preparedness Toolkit http://www.ready.gov/america/toolkit_pets/index.html
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Socializing Your Puppy
Teach proper etiquette by socializing your new puppy.
Katie Matola
When socializing your puppy, remember to ask politely before letting your puppy approach another dog or person. Not all dogs or people enjoy such interaction. In addition, ask before you take your puppy into any building besides your own house.
Many people will also approach you to touch your puppy. Encourage this behavior, but if people touch your puppy without asking, take the opportunity to cheerfully remind them that, for safety's sake, they should ask before touching a strange dog.
Many lasting friendships happen because of interactions with other dog owners. Puppy socialization can also mean great socialization for you!
Katie Matola
When socializing your puppy, remember to ask politely before letting your puppy approach another dog or person. Not all dogs or people enjoy such interaction. In addition, ask before you take your puppy into any building besides your own house.
Many people will also approach you to touch your puppy. Encourage this behavior, but if people touch your puppy without asking, take the opportunity to cheerfully remind them that, for safety's sake, they should ask before touching a strange dog.
Many lasting friendships happen because of interactions with other dog owners. Puppy socialization can also mean great socialization for you!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Purple Pages 4 Pets Directory - we want to help you!
Pet lovers,
Don't miss out! This is the best advertising you will ever do!
Purple Pages 4 Pets is a FREE directory of pet services in Marion and Polk Counties and surrounding areas. We want this directory to be all inclusive and that can only be done if all pet related businesses join us. These directories are very popular in other states and here are some of the reasons why:
- First - Advertising is expensive, yet NECESSARY! These days businesses cannot rely on word of mouth, drive-by traffic or even the Internet to get and increase their customer base.
- Most advertising such as radio, TV, newspaper is, not only expensive, short lived, but also a hit or miss with your target market. You never know who will be listening or reading on the day you spend your hundreds of dollars. Even the regular yellow pages goes out to everyone and sometimes the catagories are difficult to determine.
- Purple Pages goes out FREE to more than 10,000 PET OWNERS. It will be handed out by the Humane Society to those who adopt and become PET OWNERS, Realtors who sell a home to a PET OWNER, apartment complexes to give to their PET OWNERS, senior centers to their PET OWNERS. This is a perfectly targeted market. It will also be in free stands around the area and mailed out to anyone who requests one.
- The cost for a six month ad depending on size is $150 or $250. This is a one time fee that ends up being less than $25 or $50 per month. Where in the world can you advertise to 10,000 PET OWNERS for that low cost?
- Pet owners spend more than $50 BILLION dollars a year on their pets. You need to reach this market. We don't want you to be the only one of your business type NOT in the directory. Your competition would love that!
Contact us at purplepages4pets@gmail.com and we will send a representative to talk to you. If you are a pet lover and know of some pet related business that should be in the directory, give us their name and address and we will visit them.
The directory will be divided by areas such as South, North, West, Keizer, etc. so you can put your ad exactly where you want it to be.
Oh - and by the way - when you have a sale or special event, we will put it on the blog for no charge. We are currently in the process of completing our website and advertisers in the directory will also be listed there.
Hurry - time is getting short for the October issue!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Purina Dog Breed Selector
If you are looking for a dog and don't know what kind would be best for you, check out the link below and take the Purina Dog Breed Selector.
Purina®
Dog Breed Selector
Get help choosing the right dog for your lifestyle. Use our dog breed selector and get instant recommendations on the best dog breed for you.
Need more information?
We have detailed descriptions for all of our breeds in the Purina Breed Library.
http://www.purina.com/dog/breed-selector/default.aspx
Purina®
Dog Breed Selector
Get help choosing the right dog for your lifestyle. Use our dog breed selector and get instant recommendations on the best dog breed for you.
Need more information?
We have detailed descriptions for all of our breeds in the Purina Breed Library.
http://www.purina.com/dog/breed-selector/default.aspx
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety (PUPS)
In May, the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety (PUPS) Act was introduced to bring all commerical dog breeders under federal oversight. Right now, only breeders who sell dogs to brokers or pet stores are required to be licensed and inspected by the USDA - it's time to close this loophole!
Tell Congress to support the PUPS Act »
If passed, the PUPS Act would require any breeder who sells or offers to sell more than 50 dogs annually directly to the public - including over the internet - to also be licensed and inspected. Monitor all commercial dog breeders »
The bill would also require all dog breeders licensed under the federal Animal Welfare Act to exercise every dog, every day, including allowing the dogs to reach a running stride without the use of treadmills or similar devices.
Sign this petition to help pass the PUPS Act! »
Thank you,
Andrew
Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team
Tell Congress to support the PUPS Act »
If passed, the PUPS Act would require any breeder who sells or offers to sell more than 50 dogs annually directly to the public - including over the internet - to also be licensed and inspected. Monitor all commercial dog breeders »
The bill would also require all dog breeders licensed under the federal Animal Welfare Act to exercise every dog, every day, including allowing the dogs to reach a running stride without the use of treadmills or similar devices.
Sign this petition to help pass the PUPS Act! »
Thank you,
Andrew
Care2 and ThePetitionSite Team
Monday, July 12, 2010
Emergency Notification service for pets
In his blog Alerts & Notifications, Rick Wimberly has a short post about a company called Pets Guardian:
There’s a new emergency notification service for pets. Well, it’s not for notifying pets, but for notifications regarding pets when an emergency occurs…
Here’s how it works. If, say, emergency medical technicians respond to a call and residents are taken away, the EMTs will have a number to call to activate the notification system. It will then call friends or family pre-designated by the pet owners, instructing them to come get the pets. Signs would be posted around the house, providing the number and instruction to responders.
Or, if a subscriber wants, it can receive a daily check-in from Pets Guardian to confirm that the pet is OK.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Bigger Isn’t
The Joys of Small Pet
Ownership
by Jenna Wall, development &
communications assistant
Three months ago, rodents weren’t much more than a blip on my radar. I knew that some people kept them as pets, but I had never really considered adopting one of my own. Thanks to a chance meeting with a big rat called Tanuki, however, I now officially consider myself a “rat person.”
Rodents make wonderful companions for the right adopters, and can bring joy, laughter, and a bond that many people may not realize is possible. When most people think about the animals at Willamette Humane Society (WHS), they probably think
of dogs and cats. But here at WHS, we care for many rodents, too— including rats, mice, gerbils, and hamsters. Last year, 90 small rodents were adopted from WHS, and 66 have already been adopted this year.
I like to say that my rat, Tanuki, chose me as his person. He came to the shelter with 14 of his siblings and was being bullied by some of his brothers. He was missing a patch of hair on one side and was showing obvious signs of distress. As I cradled him, he crawled up to my shoulder and curled himself into the hood of
my sweatshirt, where he slept for the rest of the day. I was immediately smitten and decided to adopt him, thus beginning my love affair with pet rats.
Rodent Myths Debunked
Since adopting Tanuki, I learned that rats (like dogs) can respond to their names, to come when called, and can even learn to do tricks! Contrary to what many believe, rats and other rodents are also extremely clean and quiet animals. Most rodents will bathe themselves about six times per day, although they may benefit from an occasional dunk in the tub to stay smelling fresh. Most rats enjoy being handled and
petted by their human companions and generally like the company of other rats. At
Willamette Humane, we often recommend adopting rats and other rodents in same-sex
pairs.
Caring for Rodents
Like rats, mice, gerbils, and hamsters also make lovely small pets. They generally
live between two and four years. Rodents’ teeth grow constantly, and they MUST be
provided with adequate chew items (such as wooden chew blocks or hard dog biscuits)
to keep their teeth worn down. Wire cages offer better ventilation than glass tanks
and are much harder to chew through than plastic caging. Wood shavings (such as Joys of Small Pet Ownership/ 3 cedar and pine) should never be used as bedding, as their oils are toxic to small pets; instead consider hay, shredded paper, or bedding such as Care Fresh.
Most rodents also require attention, affection, and play time outside their cages to stay happy. Socialization is the key to having a friendly, happy, well-balanced pet rodent.
Next time you’re visiting the shelter or thinking of adopting a new friend, consider a rodent! They are relatively easy to care for, inexpensive, and with a little time and attention, can be wonderful companions with personalities much larger than their
pint-sized bodies might indicate. I’m proud to call myself a “rat person”
and am thankful every day for the love and laughter these little friends bring to my life.
Ownership
by Jenna Wall, development &
communications assistant
Three months ago, rodents weren’t much more than a blip on my radar. I knew that some people kept them as pets, but I had never really considered adopting one of my own. Thanks to a chance meeting with a big rat called Tanuki, however, I now officially consider myself a “rat person.”
Rodents make wonderful companions for the right adopters, and can bring joy, laughter, and a bond that many people may not realize is possible. When most people think about the animals at Willamette Humane Society (WHS), they probably think
of dogs and cats. But here at WHS, we care for many rodents, too— including rats, mice, gerbils, and hamsters. Last year, 90 small rodents were adopted from WHS, and 66 have already been adopted this year.
I like to say that my rat, Tanuki, chose me as his person. He came to the shelter with 14 of his siblings and was being bullied by some of his brothers. He was missing a patch of hair on one side and was showing obvious signs of distress. As I cradled him, he crawled up to my shoulder and curled himself into the hood of
my sweatshirt, where he slept for the rest of the day. I was immediately smitten and decided to adopt him, thus beginning my love affair with pet rats.
Rodent Myths Debunked
Since adopting Tanuki, I learned that rats (like dogs) can respond to their names, to come when called, and can even learn to do tricks! Contrary to what many believe, rats and other rodents are also extremely clean and quiet animals. Most rodents will bathe themselves about six times per day, although they may benefit from an occasional dunk in the tub to stay smelling fresh. Most rats enjoy being handled and
petted by their human companions and generally like the company of other rats. At
Willamette Humane, we often recommend adopting rats and other rodents in same-sex
pairs.
Caring for Rodents
Like rats, mice, gerbils, and hamsters also make lovely small pets. They generally
live between two and four years. Rodents’ teeth grow constantly, and they MUST be
provided with adequate chew items (such as wooden chew blocks or hard dog biscuits)
to keep their teeth worn down. Wire cages offer better ventilation than glass tanks
and are much harder to chew through than plastic caging. Wood shavings (such as Joys of Small Pet Ownership/ 3 cedar and pine) should never be used as bedding, as their oils are toxic to small pets; instead consider hay, shredded paper, or bedding such as Care Fresh.
Most rodents also require attention, affection, and play time outside their cages to stay happy. Socialization is the key to having a friendly, happy, well-balanced pet rodent.
Next time you’re visiting the shelter or thinking of adopting a new friend, consider a rodent! They are relatively easy to care for, inexpensive, and with a little time and attention, can be wonderful companions with personalities much larger than their
pint-sized bodies might indicate. I’m proud to call myself a “rat person”
and am thankful every day for the love and laughter these little friends bring to my life.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Willamette Humane Society Art sale
Art Sale
Time: 10:30 am - 6 pm
Duration: 7/16/2010 - 7/17/2010
Location: WHS Thrift Store
548 Hight St. NE
-and-
Helping Paws Thrift Store
3298 Lancaster Dr. NE
Contact: (503) 362-6892
Description
Featuring paintings, prints, pottery and other art items.
Time: 10:30 am - 6 pm
Duration: 7/16/2010 - 7/17/2010
Location: WHS Thrift Store
548 Hight St. NE
-and-
Helping Paws Thrift Store
3298 Lancaster Dr. NE
Contact: (503) 362-6892
Description
Featuring paintings, prints, pottery and other art items.
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Summer care for horses
http://www.youngrider.com/horse-care/summer-survival-13037.aspx
Horse Care - Summer Survival
Here are some things you can do to make sure your horse is comfortable in hot weather.
Before you head to the pool this summer, give a thought to your horse as she stands in the sun. She needs some extra care to keep her happy and healthy in the summer months.
Here are some things you can do to make sure your horse is comfortable in hot weather.
1. You still have to deworm your horse in the summer. Talk to your vet about which dewormer is appropriate in your area during the summer months. Cut down on worms and flies by picking up piles of manure in your horse’s field and placing them on a muckheap.
2. Don’t roach (clip off) your horse’s mane in the summer. She needs her mane to swish away flies. The same goes for her tail. Don’t cut it any shorter than her hocks. She needs it for fly protection.
3. If your horse sweats a lot in the field, bring her into the barn a few times a week and give her a quick shower with the hose to wash off the dirt and sweat on her body. Dried sweat attracts flies and you don’t want them “bugging” your horse.
4. Horses with white markings on their faces can get sunburn—especially around their noses and muzzles. The white markings peel and get sore. Prevent sunburn before it happens by using human sun lotion with a high UV protection rating. Protect white markings around the eyes by putting a dark fly mask on your horse.
5. Check your horse’s water trough every day to make sure she’s drinking water. When it’s hot, she needs to drink lots of water to stay healthy.
If you don’t think she’s drinking enough water, put electrolytes (minerals that encourage a horse to drink) in her feed and make sure the water trough is full. You can buy electrolytes at a feed store. They usually come in powder form and mix easily into feed. Remember to read the instructions on the tub.
6. If your horse is barefoot, her hooves may split during the dry summer months. If her feet look bad, schedule your farrier more frequently so she can trim the hoof and rasp smooth any cracks.
7. Always keep a salt block in the field so your horse can lick it when she wants. Salt encourages a horse to drink more water and should be available in her field all year round.
8. Does your favorite horse have enough shade in her field? If she doesn’t have any trees to stand under, you should have a run-in shed where she can go to escape the sun.
9. Many people bring their horses inside during the day in the summer to protect them from flies. Before you trap your horse in a stall all day, put a flysheet on her and see how she copes with the flies. She’d much rather be outside wandering around, nibbling on grass, than stuck in a stall for eight hours.
10. If your horse’s eyes get really gunky during the summer, wipe them clean every day with a damp sponge and put a fly mask on your horse during the day. Take the mask off every night so it never has the chance to rub her. Some masks have ear covers, too. If your horse manages to escape her mask (as many do!) on a regular basis, use roll-on fly repellent around her eyes.
Horse Care - Summer Survival
Here are some things you can do to make sure your horse is comfortable in hot weather.
Before you head to the pool this summer, give a thought to your horse as she stands in the sun. She needs some extra care to keep her happy and healthy in the summer months.
Here are some things you can do to make sure your horse is comfortable in hot weather.
1. You still have to deworm your horse in the summer. Talk to your vet about which dewormer is appropriate in your area during the summer months. Cut down on worms and flies by picking up piles of manure in your horse’s field and placing them on a muckheap.
2. Don’t roach (clip off) your horse’s mane in the summer. She needs her mane to swish away flies. The same goes for her tail. Don’t cut it any shorter than her hocks. She needs it for fly protection.
3. If your horse sweats a lot in the field, bring her into the barn a few times a week and give her a quick shower with the hose to wash off the dirt and sweat on her body. Dried sweat attracts flies and you don’t want them “bugging” your horse.
4. Horses with white markings on their faces can get sunburn—especially around their noses and muzzles. The white markings peel and get sore. Prevent sunburn before it happens by using human sun lotion with a high UV protection rating. Protect white markings around the eyes by putting a dark fly mask on your horse.
5. Check your horse’s water trough every day to make sure she’s drinking water. When it’s hot, she needs to drink lots of water to stay healthy.
If you don’t think she’s drinking enough water, put electrolytes (minerals that encourage a horse to drink) in her feed and make sure the water trough is full. You can buy electrolytes at a feed store. They usually come in powder form and mix easily into feed. Remember to read the instructions on the tub.
6. If your horse is barefoot, her hooves may split during the dry summer months. If her feet look bad, schedule your farrier more frequently so she can trim the hoof and rasp smooth any cracks.
7. Always keep a salt block in the field so your horse can lick it when she wants. Salt encourages a horse to drink more water and should be available in her field all year round.
8. Does your favorite horse have enough shade in her field? If she doesn’t have any trees to stand under, you should have a run-in shed where she can go to escape the sun.
9. Many people bring their horses inside during the day in the summer to protect them from flies. Before you trap your horse in a stall all day, put a flysheet on her and see how she copes with the flies. She’d much rather be outside wandering around, nibbling on grass, than stuck in a stall for eight hours.
10. If your horse’s eyes get really gunky during the summer, wipe them clean every day with a damp sponge and put a fly mask on your horse during the day. Take the mask off every night so it never has the chance to rub her. Some masks have ear covers, too. If your horse manages to escape her mask (as many do!) on a regular basis, use roll-on fly repellent around her eyes.
Heat Advisory
Record breaking heat is on the way.
PLEASE remember that your pets (all pets) are sensitive to temperature just like we are.
Do NOT leave your animals in the car.
DO make sure they have enough water and a cool place to lie down.
WATCH for signs that they are overheated - excessive panting, fainting, thirst, lethargy, lack of appetite.
Your pets rely on you for their very existence - please don't let them down.
PLEASE remember that your pets (all pets) are sensitive to temperature just like we are.
Do NOT leave your animals in the car.
DO make sure they have enough water and a cool place to lie down.
WATCH for signs that they are overheated - excessive panting, fainting, thirst, lethargy, lack of appetite.
Your pets rely on you for their very existence - please don't let them down.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Hot Weather Affects your pets too!
As much of the nation (particularly the northeast) is experiencing extremely high temperatures, I thought would post the American Red Cross’ safety checklist for dealing with aheat wave. The tips include:
*Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS).
*Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
*Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.
*Eat small meals and eat more often.
*Avoid extreme temperature changes.
*Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
*Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day.
*Postpone outdoor games and activities.
*Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat.
*Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.
*Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
*Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.
*Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS).
*Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
*Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.
*Eat small meals and eat more often.
*Avoid extreme temperature changes.
*Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
*Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day.
*Postpone outdoor games and activities.
*Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat.
*Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.
*Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
*Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Sweet Horse story
By: Duaa Anwar, Cairo, Egypt.
Some people say that horses kept on full livery never form strong ties with their owners. As an owner of a horse on full livery, I am writing this story in defense of all of us busy people who strive to provide the best accommodation for their horses.
I have always viewed and treated my horse as an individual. Always considered his point of view, always allowed him to express his feelings. After all, my horse is my friend, and on occasions, my psychiatrist.
On one particularly gloomy day, I felt I have lost all purpose for existence. The despair somehow left me longing to see my horse, who in time of crisis, is the last candle of hope. Unconsciously, I found myself driving to the stables.
Arriving in the early hours of the afternoon proved to be a good time for some privacy. The stables were deserted, except for the horses of course. Grooms were napping and the office was closed. No riders where there at that hour. I headed directly to my horse's stall, where I expected him to be hiding in the corner, ears drooping, half asleep.
I stood at the door and he came to me eagerly. The sheer joy in his eyes when he saw me had instantly put the world back into focus. Leaning against the stable door, I stroked and patted him. He was calm and content - perhaps too calm - because he rested his head on my arm. The entire weight of his head rested on my upper arm which was atop the stable door. Although his head was solid and painfully heavy, it lifted the weight off my heart. His muzzle was over my shoulder, snugly against my back.
I talked to him of my troubles. His ear never turned away from me... always listening. The words made no sense to him, but he was listening to my voice. He was still and quiet, as if to reassure me that he is indeed listening. The weight of his head was cutting off the circulation to my forearm, but I held him for as long as I could. When I shifted my arm slightly, he lifted his head for a moment, before bringing it down again over my shoulder.
Agony seeped out of my body as easily as rain washes the leaves of a tree. Grief was history. He did not retreat until I decided I had to leave. He was there for me, quietly listening, and, in a way, holding me. It takes a lot of heart from a person to listen to someone else's trouble, so you can imagine how deep the soul of horses are. Such gentle creatures horses can be.
Some people say that horses kept on full livery never form strong ties with their owners. As an owner of a horse on full livery, I am writing this story in defense of all of us busy people who strive to provide the best accommodation for their horses.
I have always viewed and treated my horse as an individual. Always considered his point of view, always allowed him to express his feelings. After all, my horse is my friend, and on occasions, my psychiatrist.
On one particularly gloomy day, I felt I have lost all purpose for existence. The despair somehow left me longing to see my horse, who in time of crisis, is the last candle of hope. Unconsciously, I found myself driving to the stables.
Arriving in the early hours of the afternoon proved to be a good time for some privacy. The stables were deserted, except for the horses of course. Grooms were napping and the office was closed. No riders where there at that hour. I headed directly to my horse's stall, where I expected him to be hiding in the corner, ears drooping, half asleep.
I stood at the door and he came to me eagerly. The sheer joy in his eyes when he saw me had instantly put the world back into focus. Leaning against the stable door, I stroked and patted him. He was calm and content - perhaps too calm - because he rested his head on my arm. The entire weight of his head rested on my upper arm which was atop the stable door. Although his head was solid and painfully heavy, it lifted the weight off my heart. His muzzle was over my shoulder, snugly against my back.
I talked to him of my troubles. His ear never turned away from me... always listening. The words made no sense to him, but he was listening to my voice. He was still and quiet, as if to reassure me that he is indeed listening. The weight of his head was cutting off the circulation to my forearm, but I held him for as long as I could. When I shifted my arm slightly, he lifted his head for a moment, before bringing it down again over my shoulder.
Agony seeped out of my body as easily as rain washes the leaves of a tree. Grief was history. He did not retreat until I decided I had to leave. He was there for me, quietly listening, and, in a way, holding me. It takes a lot of heart from a person to listen to someone else's trouble, so you can imagine how deep the soul of horses are. Such gentle creatures horses can be.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Reminding readers about several pet-food recalls
Gwen and Smudge share the joys and challenges of being dogs.
Reminding readers about several pet-food recalls
Posted 6/30/2010 11:17 AM PDT on statesmanjournal.com
There have been several pet-food recalls in the past week that haven't killed anyone's pup yet so they haven't been all over the blogosphere and airwaves, but they should be repeated.
First, a company that manufacturers dry dog food has voluntarily recalled one of its flavors after random sampling testing conducted by the Food & Drug Administration revealed salmonella contamination.
Natural Balance Pet Foods, a premium dog food company, said it had not received any complaints of ill dogs yet, but was taking its Sweet Potato & Chicken dry dog food with sell-by dates of June 2011 off shelves immediately to prevent any from becoming sick.
The dog food was sold in 26 states including Oregon, Washington and California. The 5-pound bags subject to recall have the UPC code: 7-23633-9000-4. The 28-pound bags being recalled have UPC code No. 7-23633-99002-8.
Another company, United Pet Group, also has issued a voluntary recall for all unexpired lots of its ProPet Adult Daily vitamins because of the same salmonella threat.
Symptoms of salmonella infection include lethargy, lack of appetite, fever, vomiting and diarrhea.
Contact Natural Balance Pet Foods, co-founded by "Eight is Enough" actor Dick Van Patten, at (800) 829-4493. Contact United Pet Group at (800) 645-5154, Ext. 3 for more information on the recalls.
Finally, Procter & Gamble last week announced the recall of specific canned cat food due to low levels of thiamine (vitamin B1).
P&G says preliminary tests of its Iams brand ProActive Health 3 ounce and 5.5 ounce cans of all varieties cat and kitten food show insufficient levels of thiamine, which is essential for cats. The cans are imprinted on the bottom with use-by dates of September 2011-June 2012.
Cats with low thiamine levels are at risk of developing B1 deficiencies. Signs of deficiency include loss of appetite, salivation, vomiting and weight loss. Advanced signs of the condition include wobbly gait, falling, circling and seizures.
Veterinarians note that a deficiency can usually be reversed.
Procter & Gamble said the recall, limited to canned food, applies only to food distributed in North America.
For more information, contact P&G at (877) 340-8826.
Read more: http://www.statesmanjournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=c39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63cc&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckUserId=c39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63cc&plckPostId=Blog%3ac39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63ccPost%3a670a3098-5c17-4cb3-8f96-ba3775de3ca7&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest#ixzz0sN64zzbJ
Reminding readers about several pet-food recalls
Posted 6/30/2010 11:17 AM PDT on statesmanjournal.com
There have been several pet-food recalls in the past week that haven't killed anyone's pup yet so they haven't been all over the blogosphere and airwaves, but they should be repeated.
First, a company that manufacturers dry dog food has voluntarily recalled one of its flavors after random sampling testing conducted by the Food & Drug Administration revealed salmonella contamination.
Natural Balance Pet Foods, a premium dog food company, said it had not received any complaints of ill dogs yet, but was taking its Sweet Potato & Chicken dry dog food with sell-by dates of June 2011 off shelves immediately to prevent any from becoming sick.
The dog food was sold in 26 states including Oregon, Washington and California. The 5-pound bags subject to recall have the UPC code: 7-23633-9000-4. The 28-pound bags being recalled have UPC code No. 7-23633-99002-8.
Another company, United Pet Group, also has issued a voluntary recall for all unexpired lots of its ProPet Adult Daily vitamins because of the same salmonella threat.
Symptoms of salmonella infection include lethargy, lack of appetite, fever, vomiting and diarrhea.
Contact Natural Balance Pet Foods, co-founded by "Eight is Enough" actor Dick Van Patten, at (800) 829-4493. Contact United Pet Group at (800) 645-5154, Ext. 3 for more information on the recalls.
Finally, Procter & Gamble last week announced the recall of specific canned cat food due to low levels of thiamine (vitamin B1).
P&G says preliminary tests of its Iams brand ProActive Health 3 ounce and 5.5 ounce cans of all varieties cat and kitten food show insufficient levels of thiamine, which is essential for cats. The cans are imprinted on the bottom with use-by dates of September 2011-June 2012.
Cats with low thiamine levels are at risk of developing B1 deficiencies. Signs of deficiency include loss of appetite, salivation, vomiting and weight loss. Advanced signs of the condition include wobbly gait, falling, circling and seizures.
Veterinarians note that a deficiency can usually be reversed.
Procter & Gamble said the recall, limited to canned food, applies only to food distributed in North America.
For more information, contact P&G at (877) 340-8826.
Read more: http://www.statesmanjournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?category=PluckPersona&U=c39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63cc&plckPersonaPage=BlogViewPost&plckUserId=c39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63cc&plckPostId=Blog%3ac39dfddfb23346d8b2b318c0e43f63ccPost%3a670a3098-5c17-4cb3-8f96-ba3775de3ca7&plckController=PersonaBlog&plckScript=personaScript&plckElementId=personaDest#ixzz0sN64zzbJ
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Famous Pet & Animal Quotes
"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language." ~ Martin Buber
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." ~ Immanual Kant
"My little dog -- a heartbeat at my feet." ~ Edith Wharton
"A cat is a puzzle for which there is no solution." ~ Hazel Nicholson
"The purity of a person's heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals" ~ Anonymous
"Who can believe that there is no soul behind those luminous eyes!" ~ Theophile Gautier
"There's no need for a piece of sculpture in a home that has a cat." ~ Wesley Bates
"Thousands of years ago, cats were worshipped as gods. Cats have never forgotten this." ~ Anonymous
"You think dogs will not be in heaven? I tell you, they will be there long before any of us" ~ Robert Louis Stevenson
"A dog is the only thing on earth that will love you more than you love yourself." ~ Josh Billings
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." ~ Anatole France
"Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to." ~ Joe Gores
"A canter is the cure for all evil." ~ Benjamin Disraeli
"Dogs have owners, cats have staff." ~ Anonymous
"Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful." ~ Ann Landers
"In the beginning, God created man, but seeing him so feeble, He gave him the cat" ~ Warren Eckstein
"A house is not a home without a pet." ~ Anonymous
"I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul." ~ Jean Cocteau
"If having a soul means being able to feel love and loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans" ~ James Herriot
"I think I could turn and live with animals, they are
so placid and self-contained,
I stand and look at them long and long." ~ Walt Whitman
"There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face." ~ Ben Williams
"A dog maybe a man's best friend but a horse made history..." ~ Anonymous
"No heaven will not ever Heaven be;
Unless my cats are there to welcome me." ~ Anonymous
"Did you ever walk into a room and forget why you walked in?
I think that is how dogs spend their lives." ~ Sue Murphy
"To err is human, to forgive, canine" ~ Anonymous
"To err is human, to purr, feline" ~ Robert Byrne
"A horse gallops with his lungs,
Perseveres with his heart,
And wins with his character." ~ Tesio
"A Horse! A Horse! my kingdom for a horse!" ~ Shakespeare
"All of the animals except for man know that the principle business of life is to enjoy it." ~ Samuel Butler
"You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'My God, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'" ~ Dave Barry
"There is nothing in which the birds differ more from man than the way in which they can build and yet leave a landscape as it was before." ~ Robert Lynd
"The dog was created especially for children. He is the God of frolic." ~ Henry Ward Beecher
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." ~ Mahatma Gandhi
"The Cat. He walked by himself, and all places were alike to him." ~ Rudyard Kipling
"If I have any beliefs about immortality it is that certain dogs I know will go to heaven, and very very few people." ~ James Thurber
"A hen is only an egg's way of making another egg." ~ Samuel Butler
"I've met many thinkers and many cats, but the wisdom of cats is infinitely superior." ~ Hippolyte Taine
"Every boy should have two things: a dog, and a mother willing to let him have one" ~ Anonymous
"Love the animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy untroubled" ~ Fyodor Dostoyevsky
"A dog has lots of friends because he wags his tail and not his tongue." ~ Anonymous
"The dog represents all that is best in man." ~ Etienne Charlet
"The bird of paradise alights only upon the hand that does not grasp." ~ John Berry
"And God took a handful of southernly wind, blew His breath over it and created the horse." ~ Bedouin Legend
"The average dog is a nicer person than the average person." ~ Andrew A. Rooney
"A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song." ~ Chinese Proverb
"Dogs come when they're called; cats take a message and get back to you later." ~ Mary Bly
"Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms." ~ George Elliot
"The Trouble with a kitten is
That
Eventually it becomes a
Cat"
~ Ogden Nash
"The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself, too." ~ Samuel Butler
"I care not for a man's religion whose dog and cat are not the better for it."
~ Abraham Lincoln
"If a dog jumps in your lap, it is because he is fond of you; but if a cat does the same thing, it is because you lap is warmer." ~ Alfred North Whitehead
"...he will be our friend for always and always and always." ~ Rudyard Kipling
"The best thing about animals is that they don't talk much." ~ Thornton Wilder
"When I play with my cat, who knows whether she is not amusing herself with me more than I with her." ~ Montaigne
"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." ~ Immanual Kant
"My little dog -- a heartbeat at my feet." ~ Edith Wharton
"A cat is a puzzle for which there is no solution." ~ Hazel Nicholson
"The purity of a person's heart can be quickly measured by how they regard animals" ~ Anonymous
"Who can believe that there is no soul behind those luminous eyes!" ~ Theophile Gautier
"There's no need for a piece of sculpture in a home that has a cat." ~ Wesley Bates
"Thousands of years ago, cats were worshipped as gods. Cats have never forgotten this." ~ Anonymous
"You think dogs will not be in heaven? I tell you, they will be there long before any of us" ~ Robert Louis Stevenson
"A dog is the only thing on earth that will love you more than you love yourself." ~ Josh Billings
"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." ~ Anatole France
"Old age means realizing you will never own all the dogs you wanted to." ~ Joe Gores
"A canter is the cure for all evil." ~ Benjamin Disraeli
"Dogs have owners, cats have staff." ~ Anonymous
"Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful." ~ Ann Landers
"In the beginning, God created man, but seeing him so feeble, He gave him the cat" ~ Warren Eckstein
"A house is not a home without a pet." ~ Anonymous
"I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul." ~ Jean Cocteau
"If having a soul means being able to feel love and loyalty and gratitude, then animals are better off than a lot of humans" ~ James Herriot
"I think I could turn and live with animals, they are
so placid and self-contained,
I stand and look at them long and long." ~ Walt Whitman
"There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face." ~ Ben Williams
"A dog maybe a man's best friend but a horse made history..." ~ Anonymous
"No heaven will not ever Heaven be;
Unless my cats are there to welcome me." ~ Anonymous
"Did you ever walk into a room and forget why you walked in?
I think that is how dogs spend their lives." ~ Sue Murphy
"To err is human, to forgive, canine" ~ Anonymous
"To err is human, to purr, feline" ~ Robert Byrne
"A horse gallops with his lungs,
Perseveres with his heart,
And wins with his character." ~ Tesio
"A Horse! A Horse! my kingdom for a horse!" ~ Shakespeare
"All of the animals except for man know that the principle business of life is to enjoy it." ~ Samuel Butler
"You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'My God, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'" ~ Dave Barry
"There is nothing in which the birds differ more from man than the way in which they can build and yet leave a landscape as it was before." ~ Robert Lynd
"The dog was created especially for children. He is the God of frolic." ~ Henry Ward Beecher
"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." ~ Mahatma Gandhi
"The Cat. He walked by himself, and all places were alike to him." ~ Rudyard Kipling
"If I have any beliefs about immortality it is that certain dogs I know will go to heaven, and very very few people." ~ James Thurber
"A hen is only an egg's way of making another egg." ~ Samuel Butler
"I've met many thinkers and many cats, but the wisdom of cats is infinitely superior." ~ Hippolyte Taine
"Every boy should have two things: a dog, and a mother willing to let him have one" ~ Anonymous
"Love the animals: God has given them the rudiments of thought and joy untroubled" ~ Fyodor Dostoyevsky
"A dog has lots of friends because he wags his tail and not his tongue." ~ Anonymous
"The dog represents all that is best in man." ~ Etienne Charlet
"The bird of paradise alights only upon the hand that does not grasp." ~ John Berry
"And God took a handful of southernly wind, blew His breath over it and created the horse." ~ Bedouin Legend
"The average dog is a nicer person than the average person." ~ Andrew A. Rooney
"A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song." ~ Chinese Proverb
"Dogs come when they're called; cats take a message and get back to you later." ~ Mary Bly
"Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms." ~ George Elliot
"The Trouble with a kitten is
That
Eventually it becomes a
Cat"
~ Ogden Nash
"The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself, too." ~ Samuel Butler
"I care not for a man's religion whose dog and cat are not the better for it."
~ Abraham Lincoln
"If a dog jumps in your lap, it is because he is fond of you; but if a cat does the same thing, it is because you lap is warmer." ~ Alfred North Whitehead
"...he will be our friend for always and always and always." ~ Rudyard Kipling
"The best thing about animals is that they don't talk much." ~ Thornton Wilder
"When I play with my cat, who knows whether she is not amusing herself with me more than I with her." ~ Montaigne
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