Ol' Roy soft & moist is a dog food distributed by Walmart. This food contains an additive known as ethoxquin (listed on it's label). This is additive is used in things like fish meal without the consumers knowledge. Many veterinarians believe that ethoxquin causes Cancer in pets.
Pet food regulations make the manufacturers list only the ingredients they add to the product and not the ingredients and/or preservatives added by their suppliers. So make sure to read the ingredients label on all of your pet foods, chews and treats. Please don't be afraid to call the manufacturer directly to get a list of all ingredient suppliers used in the products as well.
see article written by Susan Thixtan on 6-8-2011 at "Truth about pet food.com"
Friday, July 8, 2011
Do You Know the Volume of Pet Food Imported from China?
In February of 2011 over $21 million in food, treats, chews and ingredients (example, vitamins and minerals) are imported from China. This is up 4% from February 2010. If you happen to call the manufacturer and ask the origin of all ingredients they forget that their vitamins and minerals are sourced from China.
Over twenty-one million dollars in one month of pet food related imports came from China...yet MSNBC.com reported (in 2007) that only "1.3 percent of imported fish, vegetables, fruit and other foods are inspected".
The USDA researched that the most common causes of FDA refusal of imported goods from China (as cited problem by the FDA) - "filth, unsafe additives, inadequate labeling, and lack of proper manufacturer registrations" as well as "potentially harmful veterinary drug residues in farm-raised fish and shrimp".
If even one ingredient is sourced from China, you must then decide if that pet food or treat is worth the risk.
see article at Truth about Pet Food.com 6-8-2011 written by: Susan Thixtan
Over twenty-one million dollars in one month of pet food related imports came from China...yet MSNBC.com reported (in 2007) that only "1.3 percent of imported fish, vegetables, fruit and other foods are inspected".
The USDA researched that the most common causes of FDA refusal of imported goods from China (as cited problem by the FDA) - "filth, unsafe additives, inadequate labeling, and lack of proper manufacturer registrations" as well as "potentially harmful veterinary drug residues in farm-raised fish and shrimp".
If even one ingredient is sourced from China, you must then decide if that pet food or treat is worth the risk.
see article at Truth about Pet Food.com 6-8-2011 written by: Susan Thixtan
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Good Friends at Doggie Day Care
Lucy and Bear share a special moment. Sophie, Roco and Moose pose for their picture.
Zelda and Fez cuddle together for a quick "cat" nap. Lucy checking in with big brother Brody.
Zelda and Fez cuddle together for a quick "cat" nap. Lucy checking in with big brother Brody.
7 Sun Safety Suggestion for Dogs
from Julia Szabo, alternative pet health guru
1) Don't shave long-coated dogs for the summer. Exposes skin to the sun damage. Coat acts as barrier for UV rays, instead thin the coat.
2) Dogs experiencing hair loss need special treatment and are more at risk and where you live also play an important part in this (new england as apposed to australia).
3) Protect serious sunbathers can develop tumors on vulnerable stretch of skin where the belly and hind legs meet. This area is unprotected even on furry breeds.
4) How to help a sunburn dog is to give him a soothing bath with cool water and a gentle soap-free product like Thera Neem Pet Shampoo.
5) Select proper sunscreen. Natural Dog Snout Soother (spf 10), Aubrey Organics Green Tea Sunblock for Children (spf 25) and Jason Kids' Block (spf 46).
6) Watch for Zinc Oxide. Most human sunblocks have zinc oxide and this is toxic to pets.
7) Consider protective clothing. Such as a T-shirt you customize to fit your pet or sun protective clothing.
1) Don't shave long-coated dogs for the summer. Exposes skin to the sun damage. Coat acts as barrier for UV rays, instead thin the coat.
2) Dogs experiencing hair loss need special treatment and are more at risk and where you live also play an important part in this (new england as apposed to australia).
3) Protect serious sunbathers can develop tumors on vulnerable stretch of skin where the belly and hind legs meet. This area is unprotected even on furry breeds.
4) How to help a sunburn dog is to give him a soothing bath with cool water and a gentle soap-free product like Thera Neem Pet Shampoo.
5) Select proper sunscreen. Natural Dog Snout Soother (spf 10), Aubrey Organics Green Tea Sunblock for Children (spf 25) and Jason Kids' Block (spf 46).
6) Watch for Zinc Oxide. Most human sunblocks have zinc oxide and this is toxic to pets.
7) Consider protective clothing. Such as a T-shirt you customize to fit your pet or sun protective clothing.
Your Dog's Health In The Sun
Did you know that your dog can get sunburn? Yes they can.
Dog's that are most prone to getting sunburn are:
white and/or light colored hair, short and/or no hair, loss of hair (due to allergies, surgeries or medical treatments).
Prone Spots: nose, end of ears, around the mouth, eyelids and underbelly.
Prevention: adequate shelter (esp. during 10am to 3pm), pet sunscreen (human sunscreen is toxic), bodysuits UV protection, and leaving the hair a little longer to help as a barrier.
Things you will need:
SPF15 or higher
Aloe Vera
Witch hazel
oatmeal or baking soda bath
see dog topics article on the facts about dog sunburn
Dog's that are most prone to getting sunburn are:
white and/or light colored hair, short and/or no hair, loss of hair (due to allergies, surgeries or medical treatments).
Prone Spots: nose, end of ears, around the mouth, eyelids and underbelly.
Prevention: adequate shelter (esp. during 10am to 3pm), pet sunscreen (human sunscreen is toxic), bodysuits UV protection, and leaving the hair a little longer to help as a barrier.
Things you will need:
SPF15 or higher
Aloe Vera
Witch hazel
oatmeal or baking soda bath
see dog topics article on the facts about dog sunburn
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