Treat or Poison to Cats

January 22, 2016

This Treat vs Poison infographic shows you which common snacks may be harming your cat, and highlights a few healthy options you may not have considered before. Source: Vet Medic

Is Fruit Safe For Dogs?

Can Your Dog Safely Eat These Fruits?

October 29, 2015

Did you know that many of the fruits you eat can also be given as treats to your dog? Just cut it up into pea-sized pieces for a healthy, low-calorie snack.

Treat vs poison for dogs

Treat or Poison for your Dog

August 22, 2015

This Treat vs Poison infographic shows you which common snacks may be harming your dog, and highlights a few healthy options you may not have considered before. Source: Vet Medic

What Not To Feed Your Pets

February 12, 2015

It’s so easy to give your pets a bite of what you’re eating, but many foods can make animals sick, and it’s important to know the foods you should avoid. Click image to view larger version. Right click to download it.   This infographic provided courtesy of GoCompare.com.

Foods That Are Dangerous To Dogs

FDA finds Petag responsible in tainted infant formula

February 9, 2010

January 29, 2010, the FDA finished their investigation into Petag. Petag is the number one manufacturer of kitten and puppy milk in the world as per the company’s website. Their formulas — KMR and Esbilac — sickened and killed many animals in 2009.

Faces of the Homeless

January 5, 2010

Looking through some messages on Facebook this morning, I found a post that includes three photos: homeless women and their dogs — photographer(s) unknown. I was immediately drawn to the photos. In the hard times, the scenario could easily be any one of us. It could easily be me and my “kids,” knock on wood.

Pet Food Pantries and Spay/Neuter Assistance for the US

December 10, 2009

Pet Food Pantries and Spay/Neuter Assistance for the US

FDA Alerts Pet Owners to Voluntary Recall of Premium Edge Cat Food

October 28, 2009

Diamond Pet Foods has issued a voluntary recall on the following date codes of Premium Edge Finicky Adult cat food and Premium Edge Hairball cat food: RAF0501A22X 18 lb., RAF0501A2X 6 lb., RAH0501A22X 18 lb., RAH0501A2X 6 lb. The date of manufacture is May 28, 2009

So What Is — or Isn’t — in Your Pet’s Food

July 16, 2009

Popular mythology assigns food ingredients statues as “good” or “bad,” ill-defined categories which are seldom based on any scientific facts but which have a powerful impact on the purchasing decisions of the pet-owning public.

Australian Irradiation of Pet Food Caused Cat Deaths

June 9, 2009

A SERIES of mysterious cat deaths was caused by the government-mandated practice of irradiating imported pet food. The Agriculture Minister, Tony Burke, has ordered the controversial sterilisation process, which has been in place for more than a decade, to cease immediately.

The Top 9 Foods You Should Never Give Your Dog

June 6, 2009

There are plenty of foods you should never give your dog. Some foods aren’t even that good for people, but dogs always seem to want what we’re eating. Before you give in to that K-9 companion of yours, take a look at this list and make sure you never give your dog any of these foods.

What Pet Food Labels Really Say

June 4, 2009

You may find it confusing with all of the choices to select a brand of food that works for your pet. If you understand the pet food labels, you can buy the food that is best for your dog or cat.