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pet food recalls

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.

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Protect Your Pet: Support Virginia HB2629

by richmonddogs on February 20, 2009 · 0 comments

antifreeze

“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 to drink much of this substance to be poisoned. Just a few ounces can be lethal. For a medium-sized dog, ingestion of 3-4 tablespoons is toxic.

What can YOU do about it?

Support Virginia House Bill 2629

Bill HB2629, introduced by Delegate Kirk Cox of Colonial Heights, would require that any engine coolant or antifreeze that is manufactured or sold within the Commonwealth that contains more than 10 percent ethylene glycol contain a bittering agent to render it unpalatable.

This bill is scheduled to be heard in the Senate Commerce and Labor committee on Monday, February 23 at 2:00 P.M. — Senate Room B.

If you would like to urge members of this committee to support this legislation, go to http://www.richmondsunlight.com/committee/senate/commerce/ for contact information.

BARK Back Richmond!

Do you support this bill? Leave a comment.

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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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Doberman Pincher collection for sale

February 16, 2009

If you are a lover of Duberman Pinchers, then this collection is for you!
Over 30 sculptured figurines of various sizes by artists such as Sandicast, Tara Holland of England and many more. Valued at over $1000—offering at an incredible price of $400.
If you’re interested, send an email to Barbara.
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Lots of love at the Richmond SPCA Have A Heart Party

February 14, 2009

No one throws a Valentine’s Day party quite like the Richmond SPCA!
Last night’s, Have A Heart Party at the Robin Starr Humane Society, was ‘the place to be’ for Richmond pet lovers.
There were Cirrus Vodka Muttinis, Wendy’s Frosty’s, great food, delicious dog treats and a silent auction. The main attraction of the party was, without [...]

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Virginia Lottery Lucky Dog Photo Shoot

February 12, 2009

The Virginia Lottery is coming out with a new lottery ticket, Virginia’s Lucky Dog, this April 17th.
They recently engaged professional pet photographer extraordinaire, Michael Waine, to take photos of the Virginia State Lottery employees dogs.  Photos of these ‘lucky dogs’ will be featured on the new lottery tickets.
Want a sneak peak?
Here’s a video of the [...]

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