Chewbaca

Chewie – is that you?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsUrq1EYj_g&feature=share&list=UUA6g8O01D0QMHp_oqLZHoPA&index=11

 

Insulin syringe recall! Important for diabetic pets (especially cats).

Med-Vet International Issues Nationwide Recall of Veterinary 1/2cc U-40 Insulin Syringes Due to Mismarked Syringe Barrels

Contact Consumer: 800-544-7521

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 20, 2014 – On Feb. 14, 2014 , Med-Vet International initiated a nationwide recall of 140 boxes of 1/2cc U-40 insulin syringes. The syringes have been found to be […]

Happy Valentine’s Day from JoJo Ramone and HouseCall VetCARE!

Pet Safety Tips for the extreme cold!

 

http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/pet-safety-tips-extreme-cold/story?id=22351938 6 Pet Safety Tips for the Extreme Cold Feb. 4, 2014 By JOANNA PRISCO via Good Morning America

“Dogs need outside exercise, but only for limited periods to avoid frostbite on the nose and ears,” says Dr. George Melillo, Northeast regional medical director for Banfield Pet Hospital.

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Cat Behavior Problems – My Cat From Hell: Animal Planet

I’ve watched this show – My Cat From Hell: Animal Planet and found it has some VERY helpful tips for managing a variety of cat behavior problems. If you are having problems w/ inappropriate urination/defecation, aggression, or other issues – ask your veterinarian, call me, but also check out this show.

Here is the website: […]

Happy New Year 2014 from HouseCall VetCARE and JoJo Ramone!

Holiday Pet Poisoning Myths Debunked from Pet Poison Helpline:

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/2013/12/holiday-pet-poisoning-myths-debunked/

Holiday Pet Poisoning Myths Debunked!

 

Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS, DABT, DABVT Associate Director of Veterinary Services, Pet Poison Helpline

 

Myth #1 – Poinsettias are highly toxic to dogs and cats.

 

Although they have a bad reputation, the relative toxicity of poinsettia plants (Euphorbia pulcherrima) has been quite exaggerated.

 

Toxic principle: […]

Poinsettia’s and Mistletoe are usually non-toxic!

The toxicity of both Poinsettia’s and Mistletoe have been highly over-rated. They both can cause a mild (usually self-limiting) upset stomach. Most cases can be managed at home. If you have any questions call your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline.

Here are 2 articles from Pet Poison Helpline:

 

http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/mistletoe/

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Dr. Elsey’s Precious Cat Touch of Outdoors litter

My cat litter experiment: I originally used Dr. Elsey’s Precious Cat litter Ultra. This litter was great, but a bit dusty. I switched to Rainbow Food’s generic brand and found that it was cheap but VERY dusty. Next I tried Swheat – JoJo ate it. I tried Pine – he wouldn’t even go in […]