From the monthly archives:

February 2009

petfoodIt’s scary out there dog lovers!

It’s no secret that dozens of pet food products have been recalled in recent weeks, following a massive salmonella contamination situation involving peanut butter manufactured by the Peanut Corporation of America.

It’s hard to keep up with which pet foods have been affected. Here’s an update from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)…

Recalled: Pet Food Products Manufactured by American Nutrition, Inc.

  • American Nutrition Small Assorted Dog Biscuits (25 pound box) – Lot codes 001A7xxx to 018A9xxx
  • Yeaster Small Assorted Treats (30 pound box) – Lot codes 001A7xxx to 018A9xxx
  • Mill Creek Premium Large Assorted Dog Biscuits (20 pound box) – UPC 0 78601 95106 9 and lot codes 001A7xxx to 018A9xxx
  • Farm Style Small Assorted Dog Biscuits (5 pound bag) – UPC 0 78601 90205 4 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “01/18/10″
  • Hill Country Fare Small 5-Flavor Dog Biscuits (4 pound bag) – UPC 0 41220 52080 0 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “JAN 18 10″
  • Integrity Assorted Dog Biscuits (4 pound bag) – UPC 0 64237 14639 8 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “01/18/10″
  • Next Gen Pet Products Small Assorted Biscuits (30 pound box) – UPC 0 15400 03886 7 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “JAN 18 10″
  • Northwest Royal Small Dog Biscuits Assorted Flavors (5 pound bag) – UPC 0 71357 00337 2 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “01/18/10″
  • Springfield Prize Multi-Flavor Dog Biscuits (26 ounce box) – UPC 0 41380 14169 3 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “JAN 18 10″
  • Vita Bone Flavors Large Dog Treats (48 ounce box) – UPC 0 12623 73480 4 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “JAN 18 10″
  • Vita Snacks Peanut Butter Treats (3 ounce bag) – UPC 0 12623 81315 8 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “01/18/10″
  • Western Family Biscuits Multi Flavor (10 pound box) – UPC 0 15400 06229 9 and all “Best Before” dates prior to “JAN 18 10″

Recalled: Pet Food Products Manufactured by The Scotts Company, LLC

  • Morning Melodies Variety Suet (3 ct) – Product code 0-86155-22124-8 and lot numbers “12/29/2008,” “1/7/2009″ and “1/8/2009″
  • Morning Song Nutty Safari Suet (11 ounce) – Product code 0-86155-01110-8 and lot numbers “12/27/2008,” “12/29/2008,” “12/30/2008,” and “1/17/2009″
  • Royal Wing Raisin Suet (11.75 ounce) – Product code 7-49394-00336-4 and lot numbers “1/5/2009″ and “1/7/2009″

What Other Pet Food Products Are Recalled Due to the Peanut Butter Salmonella Scare?

Pet food recalls have also been issued for:

  • Carolina Prime Dog Treats
  • Healthy Hide Dog Treats
  • Grreat Choice Dog Biscuits
  • Puppy Chow Dog Treats
  • Healthy Choice Multi Flavored Dog Biscuits

To learn more about these pet food recalls, check out the FDAs Peanut Butter and other Peanut Containing Products Recall List.

BARK back Richmond!

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—Photo credit laRuth

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Big Love: An unlikely friendship

by richmonddogs on February 25, 2009 · 0 comments

You may have seen this heartwarming story on CBS News or maybe you were one of the of 2.5 million viewers of this video on YouTube! Even so, it’s worth watching again.

It’s the story of an enduring friendship between a rescued mutt named Bella and her best pal, Tara the elephant, at the Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Tennessee.

Enjoy!

BARK back Richmond!

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Get an update on Tara & Bell here!

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Richmond Pet Businesses Are Hurting Too

February 24, 2009

You hear about Richmond corporations and large businesses cutting back, laying off, or filing for bankruptcy every night on the local news.
What about Richmond’s small businesses? How are they doing in this economy?
One local pet business, Beggar’s Bones, recently closed the doors to its Richmond pet boutique. Business owner, Regina White simply couldn’t afford to [...]

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Spay Day USA: Spay & Neuter Your Pets Richmond

February 24, 2009

Today, February 24, 2009, is Spay Day USA.
It’s a day set aside to advocate the positives and benefits of spaying or neutering your pets. After all, Bob Barker can’t do it all on his own!
Why Spay/Neuter?
In seven years, one cat and her offspring can produce 420,000 other cats. Likewise, in six years one dog and [...]

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Protect Your Pet: Support Virginia HB2629

February 20, 2009

“Every year, by some estimates, about 10,000 dogs and cats are victims of accidental poisoning by automobile antifreeze.”
—VCA Animal Hospitals
The culprit—ethlene glycol—an extremely toxic chemical. It is the main ingredient in most commercial antifreeze brands.
This chemical has an sweet flavor and aroma, which is especially inviting to animals and children.
Your pet or child doesn’t have [...]

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Don’t miss the Henrico Humane Society Pet Expo

February 16, 2009

Don’t miss the 10th Annual Henrico Humane Society Pet Expo this Saturday, February 21st from 10:00am – 4:00pm!
It’s a fun-filled indoor event where you can bring your pet along with the whole family. DiscDogsA2Z and Rick Caran and the World’s only Poker playing [...]

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