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Pennsylvania Senate Approves Bill to Prohibit Gassing of Dogs, Cats

Legislation to prohibit the gassing of dogs and cats was unanimously approved by the state Senate, according to “Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi (R-9).

“Most people probably don’t even realize that gas chambers are still used for animal euthanasia in some shelters across Pennsylvania,” Senator Pileggi said. “I strongly support this legislation, which will eliminate an outdated and inhumane practice.”

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April 3rd, 2012 Posted by Bree | Rescue & Welfare | no comments

Are You and Your Pet Rusting from the Inside Out?

What, you ask?  What on earth are you talking about?  Rusting???

Yes, put in plain, simple English….we are all rusting from the inside out, including our beloved pets!   In technical terms, this is known as oxidative stress.  So what exactly is oxidative stress?   Well according to Dictionary.com, oxidative stress is a condition of increased oxidant production in animal cells characterized by the release of free radicals and resulting in cellular degeneration….or rusting from the inside out…or aging!

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April 1st, 2012 Posted by Bree | Animal and Pet Health, Holistic Pet Products, Human Health | no comments

Tis the Season to Spay or Neuter

Spring brings other hazards for unsuspecting pets. Not only do the birds and bees “turn to thoughts of love,” but so do dogs and cats. Normally well-behaved companion animals will suddenly become escape artists as instinct triumphs over training. Male dogs will climb over or tunnel under secure fences and roam for blocks on the scent of a female “in season,” dodging traffic at busy intersections and finding themselves lost in new territory with no idea how to get home again. Females, who are content to remain in the house and close to their people any other time, will dash past feet in an attempt to race out whenever a door is opened. If statistics of unwanted offspring can’t convince you to spay or neuter, won’t you do it for the safety of your own pet?

March 28th, 2012 Posted by Bree | Tips & Tricks | no comments

Talking About Ticks

Dr. Sarah’s back with a brand new episode of Pet Talk to discuss one of nature’s nasty little creatures, ticks, revealing how you and your companion animals can deal with these blood-sucking menaces. Unfortunately, tick populations have blossomed in recent years, a bane to almost anyone who enjoys the great outdoors. And, with tick season about to begin, you need to know how to protect – and defend – against these disease-carrying critters. Dr. Sarah shares her best tips and dispels common myths about how to handle one of nature’s nuisances.

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March 23rd, 2012 Posted by Bree | Animal and Pet Health, Articles - Pets, Tips & Tricks | no comments

New Virus Linked to Deadly Kidney Disease in Cats

A newly discovered virus may be one of the causes of a potentially fatal kidney disease in pet cats.

Tubulointerstitial nephritis is a disease that inflames the spaces between the kidney tubules, the tubes that carry fluid for filtration inside the organ. Many factors can cause tubulointerstitial nephritis in humans, from infections to autoimmune disorders to certain medications. But in cats, the cause is rarely known.

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March 19th, 2012 Posted by Bree | Animal and Pet Health | no comments

Petfood Industry Set To Mask Low Quality Products With Pleasing Perfumes

While pet owners have been banding together in recent weeks to get tainted jerky treats pulled off of store shelves and obsessing about where the ingredients in their pet food are sourced, an industry insider today revealed a new mind-boggling surprise for consumers in the works from the petfood industry.

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March 17th, 2012 Posted by Bree | Pet Food News | no comments

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