Healthy and happy…..JoJo and Tubby.

Cowboy JoJo.

Pirate Pool Party

New tick-borne virus discovered in humans!

A new tick-borne virus has been discovered in people. Be sure that your pet is protected from ticks: remember that not only can they get these diseases, but they can carry the ticks in the house…….I HATE TICKS!

http://vitals.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/08/29/13532240-new-tick-borne-virus-puts-the-bite-on-missouri-farmers?lite

Ramones Rule!

Xylitol Poisoning in Pets.

http://petsadviser.com/pet-health/xylitol-poisoning-pets-facts/

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM RECALL 8/28/12

PRODUCT RECALL: There has been a recall involving many sizes of Levothyroxine Sodium tablets (3 different trade names) due to an incorrect in-process specification for blend uniformity criteria. Please check the numbers listed below if your pet is on thyroid medication and contact your veterinarian if needed. Please pass this on!

The AVMA gave HouseCall VetCARE credit for the alert!

The story was confirmed by the manufacturers (through the AVMA). It has not yet been listed on the FDA site.

“Ecce Hominidae (Behold the Monkey-Man)”

Elderly Spanish amateur artist strikes again!

Bil Jac Dog Food Recall Alert!

August 24, 2012 – Bil Jac Foods of Medina, Ohio has announced1 a voluntary dog food recall of a limited number of one of its dry products due to possible contamination with mold.

According to a company spokesperson, the recall includes only the 6 pound package of its Bil Jac Adult Select Formula dry dog food with a lot code of 1792-02 and a Best By date of 27 December 2012.

The products in question are currently being tested for the presence of mold toxins and the company has assured us they will share more information as it becomes available.

http://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recall/bil-jac-dog-food-recall/