Pets Are Family Too

On Friday September 14, 2007, The AVMA, American Veterinary Medical Association, issued a statement that they have received complaints from pet owners and veterinarians, that multiple brands of jerky treats made in China have been causing their dogs to become ill. Symptoms reported include vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy according to the AVMA, but so far there is no knowledge of deaths from eating the treats.

PetSmart as precautionary action have decided to remove the Smokehouse Brand Dog Treats from their store shelves. PetSmart has taken this action because of reports that some dogs have become ill after eating the treats. There have not been a formal recall of the Smokehouse brand, yet. Read the rest of this entry »

Are you preparing homemade cat food for your favorite feline? If so, you may need to provide a nutritious supplement to provide an additional amount of vitamins and minerals needed by cats to stay healthy. Below is a supplement powder recipe from “Homemade Cat Food Recipes To Pamper Your Cat” to add to your homemade cat food meals. Enjoy!

SUPPLEMENT POWDER:
2 cups of nutritional yeast or brewers yeast
1/4 cup of Kelp powder
1 cup of Lecithin powder
1000 mg of Vitamin C (or 1/4 teaspoon of Sodium ascorbate)

Get more information on homemade cat food recipes at Homemade Cat Food Recipes to Pamper Your Cat