Poisoned bread in St. Paul – watch your dogs!

Is St. Paul dog-hater back? Neighbors concerned after suspicious bread found

Mars Petcare US has announced a voluntary recall a number of CESAR Classics Filet Mignon Flavor products

BREAKING NEWS: Leading Brand Issues Pet Food Recall

BREAKING NEWS: Mars Petcare US has announced a voluntary recall a number of CESAR Classics Filet Mignon Flavor products, which may be a choking hazard due to pieces of plastic that entered the food during production.

“We encourage consumers who have purchased affected product to discard […]

Blue Buffalo Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones Recall

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm474573.htm

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one production lot of Cub Size Wilderness Wild Chews Bones. This is being done in an abundance of caution, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the product and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, […]

Blue Kitty Cat Treats Recalled for Propylene Glycol

https://foodpoisoningbulletin.com/2015/blue-kitty-cat-treats-recalled-for-propylene-glycol/

Blue Buffalo Company is recalling Blue Kitty Yums Chicken Recipe Cat Treats that may contain low levels of propylene glycol which can cause illness in cats. One illness has been reported.

The recalled products were sold online and at specialty stores. Consumers who have purchased these treats should not give them to their cats.

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Use caution around pets when using topical pain meds w/ Flurbiprofen

http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/NewsEvents/CVMUpdates/ucm443333.htm

FDA Warns of Illnesses and Deaths in Pets Exposed to Prescription Topical Pain Medications Containing Flurbiprofen

April 17, 2015

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners, veterinarians, health care providers and pharmacists that pets are at risk of illness and death when exposed to topical pain medications containing the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory […]

DO NOT FEED YOUR DOG ANY CHICKEN JERKY TREATS! (even made in USA treats)

Chicken jerky treats made in the United States have now been suspected in kidney disease/renal

failure in dogs. Do not feed your dog these treats! http://news.vin.com/VINNews.aspx?articleId=36295

Do not use 100% Tea Tree Oil on your pet!

From Pet Poison Helpline:

Melaleuca oil, also known as Tea Tree Oil, is an essential oil. Tea Tree oil should never be used at 100% because animals can experience drop in body temperature, incoordination, weakness, lethargy, tremors and heart abnormalities. If your pet has a skin issue, please consult with your veterinarian about the […]

Bailey’s Choice Dog Treats – recall alert!

Georgia company recalling pet treats

A Georgia-based company is recalling some packages of dog treats due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the Georgia Department of Agriculture.

Bailey’s Choice Dog Treats, LLC, of Waleska, Ga., said it is recalling packages of chicken treats in various sizes marked with lot number #132881 and expiration date […]

Day Lilies are TOXIC to cats!

The day lilies are blooming. They are beautiful and it’s very tempting to cut some flowers and put them in a vase in your house. DO NOT do this if you have cats! They are very toxic and lead to acute kidney failure. All parts of the lily are toxic including the water that you […]

Keeping Pets Safe during the Holidays (Pet Poison Helpline)

Keeping Pets Safe this Holiday Season

The holiday season is a magical time to reconnect with family and friends, deck the halls, and celebrate the spirit of giving. Most pets seem to enjoy the holidays too and some are lucky enough to get their own stocking stuffed with new toys and treats. But […]