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“Lymphoma (or lymphosarcoma, as it is also called) results from the unregulated growth of malignant lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell). In dogs, the disease typically affects lymph nodes (most obviously observed in the chest region, armpits, behind the knees, groin, and/or under the jaw), bone marrow, liver, and spleen, but can also be seen in the eyes, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. In cats, the chest, kidneys, nose, skin, spine, and gastrointestinal tract are the most commonly involved parts of the body”. I have seen raw diets REALLY help in some situations. However, there are certain risks – bacterial contamination, bone fragments, and a non-balanced diet. I think that it’s really an individual case-by-case decision. The CDC has reported that a new strain of influenza (H3N2v) has sickened at least 12 people who had direct contact with pigs at agricultural fairs. It’s a good reminder to take precautions in these situations, like washing your hands with soap and water before and after exposure to animals, and not eating or drinking in animal areas. http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/story/2012-08-03/pigs-fair-flu/56750534/1
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Center_for_Consumer_Freedom Based on all this information – I would likely support the Minnesota Humane Society. I’m still doing more looking.
Because heartworm disease is preventable, the AHS recommends that pet owners take steps now to talk to their veterinarian about how to best protect their pets from this dangerous disease. Heartworm prevention is safe, easy and inexpensive. While treatment for heartworm disease in dogs is possible, it is a complicated and expensive process, taking weeks for infected animals to recover. There is no effective treatment for heartworm disease in cats, so it is imperative that disease prevention measures be taken for cats. http://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm.html (note: the 6 month injection is NO longer available for dogs).
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