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| P&G Expands Voluntary Limited Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk |
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CINCINNATI, July 30, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE: PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.
The following dry pet food products are included:
Product Name Version "Best-By" Dates UPC Codes ------------ ------- --------------- ---------
Iams Veterinary Dry All dry sizes and Formulas varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes All dry sizes and Eukanuba Naturally Wild varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes All dry sizes and Eukanuba Pure varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes ------------- ------------------ ----------------- -------------
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin All dry sizes 01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes -------------------- ------------- ----------------- -------------
The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers throughout the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at www.iams.com.
These products are made in a single, specialized facility. In cooperation with FDA, P&G determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination. As a precautionary measure, P&G is recalling all products made at this facility.
Consumers who have purchased the specific dry pet foods listed should discard them. People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this 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.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
For further information or a product replacement or refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823
(Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).
About Procter & Gamble
Four billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world. The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Pampers(R), Tide(R), Ariel(R), Always(R), Whisper(R), Pantene(R), Mach3(R), Bounty(R), Dawn(R), Gain(R), Pringles(R), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Head & Shoulders(R), Wella(R), Gillette(R), Braun(R) and Fusion(R). The P&G community includes approximately 135,000 employees working in about 80 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G and its brands.
SOURCE P&G Pet Care
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WARNING: Don't let your dog's rabies vaccine expire!
The State Veterinarian has made it law that if your dog is overdue, even by 1 day, for his/her rabies vaccination it must be given a 1 year vaccine booster instead of the routine 3 year booster. Check your pet portal account or call one of our Client Care Specialists @ 563.386.1445 to find out when your dog's rabies vaccine is due. Then make an appointment for their booster before the expiration date to continue with the 3 year rabies vaccination schedule. |
| P&G Recalls Two Lots of Prescription Renal Diet Cat Food Due to a Possible Health Risk |
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CINCINNATI, July 25, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE: PG), is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its prescription renal dry cat food as a precautionary measure, as it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20100725/LA40449 )
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The following products are included:
Product Name Lot Code UPC Code ------------ -------- -------- Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs 01384174B4 0 19014 21405 1 --------------------------------------------- ---------- --------------- Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs 01384174B2 0 19014 21405 1 --------------------------------------------- ---------- ---------------
This product is available by prescription through veterinary clinics throughout the U.S.
No illnesses have been reported. A FDA analysis identified a positive result on the lot codes listed above. Lot codes can be found in the lower right corner on the back of the bag.
Consumers who have purchased dry cat food with these codes should discard it. People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this 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.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-894-4458 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).
About Procter & Gamble
Four billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world. The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Pampers(R), Tide(R), Ariel(R), Always(R), Whisper(R), Pantene(R), Mach3(R), Bounty(R), Dawn(R), Gain(R), Pringles(R), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Head & Shoulders(R), Wella(R), Gillette(R), Braun(R) and Fusion(R). The P&G community includes approximately 135,000 employees working in about 80 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G and its brands.
Media Contact: Jason Taylor 513-622-3205
Contact: P&G Consumer Relations - 877-894-4458
SOURCE The Procter & Gamble Company
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For Immediate Release
June 9, 2010
P&G Recalls Specific Canned Cat Foods
Due to Low Levels of Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
CINCINNATI, June 9, 2010 - The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Iams canned cat food in North America as a precautionary measure. Diagnostic testing indicated that the product may contain insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is essential for cats. Cats that were fed these canned products as their only food are at greater risk for developing signs of thiamine deficiency.
The following Iams canned cat foods are included:
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Iams ProActive Health canned Cat and Kitten Food - all varieties of 3 oz & 5.5 oz cans
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09/2011 to 06/2012
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This recall is limited to only Iams canned cat food distributed in North America. No other Iams pet food is involved.
Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include loss of appetite, salivation, vomiting and weight loss. In advanced cases, signs may include ventroflexion (downward curving) of the neck, wobbly gait, falling, circling and seizures. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat is displaying any of these signs. If treated promptly, thiamine deficiency is typically reversible.
Consumers who have purchased canned cat food with these codes should discard it. For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8826 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST).
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2009 H1N1
Until recently, we had no reason to believe pets could be infected with the 2009 H1N1 virus because it is very uncommon for flu viruses to jump between species. However, on October 9, 2009, a USDA laboratory confirmed 2009/H1N1 infection in a ferret. The ferret's owner had recently been ill with the flu. Ferrets are more susceptile to infection with influenza viruses, so this was not altogether surprising. At this time, there are no reports of the 2009 H1N1 flu virus being transmitted from a ferret to a person.
On November 4, the Iowa State Veterinarian and the Iowa Department of Public Health announced that a pet cat was confirmed infected with the 2009 H1N1 flu virus. The cat's owners were ill and the cat developed respiratory symptoms shortly afterward. The cat has recovered and there is no evidence at this time that the cat passed the virus to any people.
Pets that live indoors, especially cats, tend to have close contact with their owners-after all, that's why we have pets-and that increases their exposure to diseases. The best advice is to always follow common sense guidelines when dealing with animals (for example, washing your hands). In addition, it's more important than ever that pet owners keep a good eye on their pet's health and bring your pet in if he or she is showing any signs of illness. Keeping your pets healthy reduces their risk of becoming ill. |
| Jan/Feb 10 - Volume 5 Issue 1 |
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Canine Influenza: a Growing Problem
 As if flu season wasn't rough enough for humans, now some of our four-legged friends are joining us in the misery and adding to our worry. Since at least 2004, when it was first detected, a novel form of dog flu has been making the rounds. Canine influenza virus (CIV) was first reported among dogs (notably racing greyhounds) in Florida. As the disease spread, investigators found that it was a new kind of respiratory illness caused when the equine influenza A H3N8 virus adapted to infect dogs. Equine influenza had been known to cause illness among horses for more than 40 years, but it was the first time it had been found to “jump" from horses to dogs. However, according to Cynda Crawford, DVM, of the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, canine influenza does not infect people, and there is no documentation that cats have become infected by exposure to dogs with CIV.
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Accreditation Matters
Why Accreditation Matters to You
 Have you seen this plaque in your veterinarian's lobby? Take a look around the next time you are there. If you don't see this plaque — ask about it. All of the hospitals accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) are awarded a plaque signifying their completion of an onsite evaluation. The evaluation is conducted by a trained veterinary professional, an AAHA practice consultant. There are nine practice consultants located across the country. The consultant evaluates the hospital — your hospital — on more than 900 industry standards.
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Domestic Abuse and Pets: a Strong Link
 Domestic violence isn't just about people. In some families, pets suffer, too.
Sometimes, domestic violence starts with hurting family members and grows to include the family pet. Sometimes, it goes in reverse, with a pet abuser expanding his or her repertoire to include people. In both cases, however, helping pets in domestic violence cases is a very real concern, both to the pet owners and to local law enforcement.
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The Big Game Means More Than Football This Year
 Your AAHA-accredited hospital is a proud sponsor of Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl VI.
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Don't Traumatize Your Puppy
 Puppies, with their wiggly tails and floppy ears, look adorable to us. But to veterinarians, they look more like a blank canvas.
"These are really their formative years," says Ashley Hughes, DVM, a veterinarian at Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, D.C. Puppies form their personality within the first four to six months. "It's our responsibility to teach them how we want them to be."
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Senior Pet Care Spinner Quiz
Do you have a senior pet?
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PetsMatter is provided by the American Animal Hospital Association for educational purposes only. The information should not be used as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. PetsMatter is not intended as a recommendation or endorsement of specific tests, products, procedures, or opinions. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian.
AAHA is an association of veterinary teams that are committed to excellence in companion animal care. It is the only organization that accredits animal hospitals throughout the United States and Canada.
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Accreditation Matters: Who’s Monitoring Your Pet Under Anesthesia?
The ability to trust your veterinarians is important, especially when pets need anesthesia, drugs that numb the senses so that pets do not feel pain during procedures.
Anesthesia is necessary but it can pose health risks, which is why the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) requires accredited clinics to use monitoring equipment.
“Things can happen even with seemingly healthy animals under anesthesia,” said Elise Atkinson, a certified veterinary technician and AAHA accreditation professional. Using monitoring equipment and having a dedicated person to check patients regularly minimizes that risk, she added.
Monitoring equipment tracks a pet’s vital signs— temperature, pulse, heart rate, and blood pressure—while under anesthesia and alerts medical professionals to any changes in a patient’s condition.
Pet vital signs are checked every five minutes at Canobie Lake Veterinary Hospital, an AAHA-accredited practice in New Hampshire. “If there is a problem, we want to catch it right away,” said Danielle Caisse, a licensed veterinary technician and practice manager. Practice members create individual anesthesia plans for each pet, depending on age and the pet’s medical history.
To receive and maintain accreditation, veterinary practices like Canobie Lake must use anesthesia-monitoring equipment and have designated team members monitor the machines.
That level of attention to each patient may, at times, raise surgery prices but it helps protect lives, explained Rachel Carpenter, DVM, who was recently quoted in an article about the importance of anesthesia and the use of monitoring equipment. She encouraged clients to ask veterinary professionals how they safeguard pet health during surgery.
“Your veterinarian should be able to answer questions about how your pet’s vital signs will be monitored … and who will be responsible for monitoring your pet,” said Carpenter, a professor of anesthesia and pain management at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She advises clients to ask about the level of care pets receive at clinics because not all veterinary clinics provide the same quality of medicine. At AAHA-accredited clinics, however, the use of anesthesia monitoring equipment is mandatory, which provides clients with a level of assurance that their pets are receiving the best care possible.
There are approximately 3,000 veterinary clinics in North America that have earned AAHA accreditation. Accreditation shows clients that the clinic or hospital has met high standards of excellence set by experienced veterinary professionals.
Trusting your veterinary team is easier to do when you know the clinic is accredited. The AAHA plaque is a fast way to identify high-quality clinics. |
Recognizing Warning Signs and Treating Heatstroke Brick-red gums Drooling or frothing at the mouth Exaggerated panting Glazed expression, staring, or glassy eyes Rapid Pulse Temperature higher that 104F Unsteadiness or incoordination Weakness
More severe symptoms include diarrhea, vomitting, and seizures. Pets with suspected heatstroke should be cooled with water immediately and rushed to a veterinarian. |
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Almost half of the calls we receive at Pet Poison Helpline involve human medications—both over-the-counter and prescription. Sometimes dogs chew into pill bottles or well intentioned pet owners accidently mix up packages and give their pets a human medication. However pet poisonings from human medications happen, they can be serious.
Below is a list of the top 10 human medications pets most frequently ingest. Be sure to warn your clients about them. Then go a step further by helping them prevent poisonings by giving them handouts on poison proofing their homes and what to do if they suspect their pet has gotten into a poisonous substance.
1. NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen)—Topping our list are the common household medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), which include common names such as ibuprofen (e.g., Advil and some types of Motrin) and naproxen (e.g., Aleve). While these medications are safe for people, even one or two pills can cause serious harm to a pet. Dogs, cats, birds and other small mammals including ferrets, gerbils, and hamsters may develop serious stomach and intestinal ulcers as well as kidney failure.
2. Acetaminophen—When it comes to pain medications, acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) is popular. Even though this drug is safe for children, it is not safe for pets—especially cats. One regular strength tablet of acetaminophen may cause damage to a cat’s red blood cells, limiting their ability to carry oxygen. In dogs, acetaminophen leads to liver failure and, in large doses, red blood cell damage.
3. Antidepressants (e.g., Effexor, Cymbalta, Prozac, Lexapro)—While these and other antidepressant drugs are occasionally used in pets, overdoses can lead to serious neurological problems such as sedation, incoordination, tremors and seizures. Some antidepressants also have a stimulant effect leading to a dangerously elevated heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. Pets, especially cats, seem to enjoy the taste of Effexor and often eat the entire pill. Unfortunately, just one pill can cause serious poisoning.
4. ADD and ADHD medications (e.g., Concerta, Adderall, Ritalin)—Medications used to treat Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder contain potent stimulants such as amphetamines and methylphenidate. Even minimal ingestions of these medications by pets can cause life-threatening tremors, seizures, elevated body temperatures, and heart problems.
5. Benzodiazepines and sleep aids (e.g., Xanax, Klonopin, Ambien, Lunesta)—These medications are designed to reduce anxiety and help people sleep better. However, in pets, they may have the opposite effect. About half of dogs that ingest sleep aids become agitated instead of sedate. In addition, these drugs may cause severe lethargy, incoordination (including walking “drunk”), and slowed breathing in pets. In cats, some forms of benzodiazepines can cause liver failure when ingested.
6. Birth control (e.g., estrogen, estradiol, progesterone)—Birth control pills often come in packages that dogs find irresistible. Thankfully, small ingestions of these medications typically do not cause trouble. However, large ingestions of estrogen and estradiol can cause bone marrow suppression, particularly in birds. Additionally, intact female pets are at an increased risk of side effects from estrogen poisoning.
7. ACE Inhibitors (e.g., Zestril, Altace)—Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors are commonly used to treat high blood pressure in people and, occasionally, pets. Though overdoses can cause low blood pressure, dizziness, and weakness, this category of medication is typically safe. Pets ingesting small amounts of this medication can potentially be monitored at home, unless they have kidney failure or heart disease.
8. Beta-blockers (e.g., Tenormin, Toprol, Coreg)—Beta-blockers are also used to treat high blood pressure but, unlike with ACE inhibitors, small ingestions of these drugs may cause serious poisoning in pets. Overdoses can cause life-threatening decreases in blood pressure and a very slow heart rate.
9. Thyroid hormones (e.g., Armour desiccated thyroid, Synthroid)—Pets—especially dogs—get underactive thyroids too. Interestingly, the dose of thyroid hormone needed to treat dogs is much higher than a person’s dose. Therefore, if dogs accidentally get into thyroid hormones at home, it rarely results in problems. However, large acute overdoses in cats and dogs can cause muscle tremors, nervousness, panting, a rapid heart rate, and aggression.
10. Cholesterol lowering agents (e.g., Lipitor, Zocor, Crestor)—These popular medications, often called statins, are commonly used in the United States. While pets do not typically get high cholesterol, they may still get into the pill bottle. Thankfully, most statin ingestions only cause mild vomiting or diarrhea. Serious side effects from these drugs come with long-term use, not one-time ingestions.
About Pet Poison Helpline
Pet Poison Helpline is a service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for pet owners, veterinarians and veterinary technicians that require assistance treating a potentially poisoned pet. Staff can provide treatment advice for poisoning cases of all species, including dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, large animals and exotic species. As the most cost-effective option for animal poison control care, Pet Poison Helpline's fee of $35 per incident includes follow-up consultation for the duration of the poison case. Pet Poison Helpline is available in North America by calling 800-213-6680. Additional information can be found online at www.petpoisonhelpline.com.
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