Most people know that chocolate and grapes can be toxic for pets, but potential threats can lurk elsewhere in your home. Prescription and over-the-counter medications are among the top reasons people call into poison control hotlines for both kids and pets, and with good reason. Here are the top five medications of concern when it comes to pets and toxicity: 1. Ibuprofen. As the active ingredient in common over-the-counter products such as Advil and Motrin, ibuprofen is unfortunately ingested by pets both accidentally and intentionally by owners unaware of its... Read more →
August 2018
August 21, 2018 - FDA expanded this recall Radagast Pet Food, Inc. of Portland, OR is expanding its voluntary recall to include an additional quantity of Rad Cat Raw Diet across all varieties with Best By dates of 10/19/18 through 12/3/19 because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Radagast Pet Food is conducting this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution because of its strong commitment to food safety and quality. The following Rad Cat Raw Diet products are being recalled. The products were shipped... Read more →
Looking for variety and the ability to try several treats before purchasing larger bags? Look no further! The Life's Abundance Dog Treat Sampler Pack is exactly what you are looking for. It contains an excellent assortment of treats for your dog to try. We've got 3 Antioxidant Health Bars, 3 Gourmet Dental Treats, 3 Wholesome Hearts Low Fat Dog Treats, a quarter-ounce of Tasty Rewards and a delicious, safe alternative to rawhide...our Porky Puff! Purchase your Life's Abundance Dog Treat Sampler Pack and don't forget to add some food to... Read more →
On July 12, 2018, FDA issued a public notification about the agency’s investigation into reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods. While it is early in the investigation, the Center for Veterinary Medicine recognizes that you may have questions. Below we have compiled answers to address some of the frequently asked questions raised by pet owners and veterinarians. On August 10, 2018, they issued a Questions & Answers notification. We've received inquiries regarding Life's Abundance dog food. Below please find additional information regarding DCM and... Read more →
August 3, 2018 - Recall from FDA.gov G & C Raw, of Versailles, OH is recalling 30 1–lb containers of Pat's Cat Turkey Cat Food and 40 2-lb containers of Ground Lamb Dog Food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in animals eating the products. Furthermore, there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to... Read more →