This is How the AHF Angel Fund Helps
When Joey and Caleigh (an LA County firefighter and a special ed teacher) discovered that their newly rescued Astro’s hips were dislocated, they reached out to the Beachside Animal Hospital in Capistrano Beach for an estimate. Not only did Dr. Robert Grant give them an estimate, the hospital donated toward the surgery AND reached out to the AHF for Angel Fund help.
Read more about Astro and how he is doing here.
To help more families having financial hardship with injuries to their pets, consider donating to the AHF Angel Fund.
Almost 1700 Pet Deaths
Training and Behavior
SUGGESTED READING
from Animal Health Foundation
- The Other End of the Leash, Patricia McConnell; Ballantine Books
- Don’t Shoot the Dog, Karen Pryor; Bantam Books
- The Culture Clash, Jean Donaldson; James & Kenneth Publishers
- The Power of Positive Dog Training, Pat Miller; Howell Book House
- Positive Perspectives, Pat Miller; Howell Book House
- The Cautious Canine, Patricia McConnell; Dog’s Best Friend, LTD
- Feeling Outnumbered? Patricia McConnell, Karen London; Dog’s Best Friend, LTD
- Whole Dog Journal (800.424.7887) no ads just information
- Your Dog, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University – no ads just information (800.829.5116)
VIDEOS
- Take a Bow Wow – Dog Tricks , Virginia Broitmann, Sherry Lippman
- Take a Bow Wow Take 2, Virginia Broitman
- Click & Go, Deb Jones, PhD
- Click & Fetch, Deb Jones, PhD
- Click & Fix, Deb Jones, PhD
All videos and books are available through www.dogwise.com.
MEOW MIX CAT FOOD RECALL
The J. M. Smucker Co. Issues Limited, Voluntary Recall of Two Lots of Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food for Potential Salmonella Contamination
When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company’s announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/j-m-smucker-co-issues-limited-voluntary-recall-two-lots-meow-mixr-original-choice-dry-cat-food#recall-announcement
Summary
- Company Announcement Date:
- FDA Publish Date:
- Product Type:
- Animal & Veterinary
Pet Food - Reason for Announcement:
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Potential Salmonella Contamination
- Company Name:
- J. M. Smucker Co.
- Brand Name:
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Meow Mix®
- Product Description:
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Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food
Company Announcement
Orrville, OH – The J. M. Smucker Co. today announced a limited, voluntary recall of two lots of Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food (30LB bag) due to potential salmonella contamination. The Company has received no reports of pet illness or adverse reaction and has issued this recall out of an abundance of caution. The impacted products were sold at select Walmart stores in IL, MO, NE, NM, OK, UT, WI and WY. No other Meow Mix® products are impacted by this recall.
If pet parents have products matching the following description in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their cats and dispose of it immediately. This information can be found on the bottom and back of each bag.
| Product Name | Retail UPC Code | Lot Code | Best If Used By Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food 30 LB Bag |
2927452099 | 1081804 | 9/14/2022 |
| Meow Mix® Original Choice Dry Cat Food 30 LB Bag |
2927452099 | 1082804 | 9/15/2022 |
Salmonella can affect cats eating a product contaminated with Salmonella bacteria and can spread to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not washed their hands after having contact with their cat’s foods, food surfaces and/or cats that have been in contact with the impacted product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection in cats may include vomiting or diarrhea. Some cats may not develop diarrhea, but may have a decreased appetite, fever, and excessive salivation. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. Some cats may not appear sick but can spread infection to other animals and humans in the household.
Pet parents who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should call 1-888-569-6728, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET or visit www.meowmix.com/contact-usExternal Link Disclaimer.
This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Company Contact Information
- Consumers:
- 1-888-569-6728
- www.meowmix.com/contact-us
- Media:
- 330-684-3892
- media.inquiry@jmsmucker.com
Household Substances That Can Harm Your Pet
From foods, medications, household cleaners and plants. This article covers it all from Dr. Karen Becker
Pet Pandemic National Survey
This study of 1,300 pet owners nationally gives you insight on how people are dealing with their pets in the past COVID year.
Puppy Mill Dogs – How Can You Help?
We can’t let up on Puppy Mill dogs. They need your help. Those who expose the industry need your help. READ MORE by Dr. Karen Becker.
Travel with your pet
When it comes to advice on traveling with your pet, you can never have enough. Here’s some from a couple who “overland”…..enjoy!
FDA Notice – Bravo Packing, Inc. Expanded Recall
Bravo Packing, Inc. of Carneys Point, NJ is expanding the previously announced voluntary recall of two pet food products to now include all pet food and bones in all package sizes. During an FDA inspection, samples collected tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes and resulted in a recall due to the potential health risks to humans and pets. Bravo Packing, Inc. is expanding the recall due to potential cross contamination. (Full list of products CLICK HERE)
Money’s Top Picks for Best Pet Insurance of 2021
Pet insurance helps pay for your pet’s medical care, with many policies covering up to 90 percent of your vet bill — assuming your pet’s procedure wasn’t excluded from coverage or didn’t surpass your annual expense cap.