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I don’t like Mondays!

Have you ever wondered why cats purr? Dr. Barbara Sherman, director of the Behavioral Medicine Service at the North Carolina State University Veterinary Health and Wellness Center, has the answer.

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2012/07/29/3407085/how-and-why-do-cats-purr.html

Despite extensive tests and diagnostics, a definitive cause for the problems dogs are having w/ Chicken Jerky Treats from China has not yet been found. PLEASE DO NOT FEED YOUR PET THESE TREATS – there is something in them that is making dogs sick.

http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/FDA-Dog-Treat-Warning-Necropsy-Results-on-Bay-Area-Dog-164094206.html

Most of the mushrooms in the Twin Cities area are not poisonous, but be sure you check before letting your dog eat them. There is a great resource through Pet Poison Helpline to help you identify the type of plant (or mushroom).

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2012/07/26/golden-retriever-puppy-nearly-dies-after-eating-mushrooms-from-backyard/

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/2012/04/new-iphone-application-and-mobile-enabled-website/

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Not sure if your pet needs a trip to the Vet Clinic or Emergency Vet? Try our phone consult. $15.00 will give you both peace of mind and important information for your pet.

www.housecallvetcare.com

 

 

RECALL: Arthur Dogswell recalls a product because it may contain propylene glycol.

The VitaKitty Chicken Breast with Flaxseed and Vitamins lot codes affected are as follows: SEW12CH032701/03c and SEW12CH032702/03c with a best before date of 09/10/13 and 09/11/13, respectively (UPC code 8 84244 00057 2). Lot codes can be found on the bottom right backside of the package.

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm313572.htm

Buddies!

Minnesota has the highest rate of overweight dogs and cats in the nation. University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center’s nutrition technician, Joan Smith, suggests ways to get your pets to shed their extra weight.

Exercise and the maintenance of a healthy lean body weight not only helps prevent the onset of arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and respiratory problems, but it also helps your pet live longer.

http://www.health.umn.edu/healthtalk/2012/07/27/pet-obesity-and/