Category Archives: Alerts

Another Recall!

The FDA issued this statement of recall a few days ago.  Hopefully these are limited but once again, I, for one, appreciate the diligence of the FDA and the companies involved.  

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Food Recall Alert

Food Recall.. Hopefully there are no lots in our area.  Notice that the FDA says it is limited but be aware. Dr. Ericson  

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Heartworm Positive and No Medication..What to Do?

This information is relevant and important to those of you with heartworm positive dogs.  Hopefully your pets’ aren’t affected but it is interesting none-the-less.  

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Tularemia in Cats in Illinois

The linked article is interesting because of the of the unusual finding. The advise at the bottom of the article should apply to many things. Simple steps to decrease exposure to possible disease entities can be beneficial for healthier lives … Continue reading

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Toxic Blue-Green Algae at Milford Lake, KS.

Toxic blue-green algae is responsible the death of at least one dog at Milford Lake in Kansas.  Click on the link to read the recent article.  One should wonder if there are others who were or are just sick.  Please … Continue reading

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Heartworm Disease Treatment (Shortage of Medications)

The treatment medication for heart worm disease is in rare supply.  This is the second time in the last few years for this shortage.  The easy answer for all of you is to give your Interceptor/Sentinel the same day of … Continue reading

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Parvo On the Rise

Parvo cases are on the rise as cash-strapped owners put off vaccines Veterinarians and animal shelters in Indiana are seeing an increase in the number of parvovirus cases, a highly contagious canine disease that can be prevented with a simple … Continue reading

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Potentially “Bad” Cat Food–Notes from the FDA

Colorado, Idaho, and Oregon only!!! Nestle Purina Recalls a Small Number of Dry Cat Food Bags (approximately 870). Check the link for information.

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Heat… It is Everywhere.. Be Careful with Your Pets!

The summer heat, humidity, and heat index is here for 2011.  Just a few weeks ago we were worried about the late frost possibilities.  The Mid West never gives us a dull moment with the weather.  Wouldn’t it be nice … Continue reading

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Recall of Chews

Bravo! Issues Nationwide Recall of Bravo! Pig Ears Dog Chews Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk Friday, June 03, 2011 5:50 PM Bravo! is voluntarily recalling select boxes of Bravo! Pig Ears Chews because it has the potential to be … Continue reading

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