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November 23, 2009
Holiday Safety Tips
ASPCA - This holiday season, try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible. And be sure to steer them clear of the unhealthy treats, toxic plants and dangerous decorations. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/holiday-safety-tips.htmlPosted by sball at 11:47 AM | Comments (0)
Scientists Link Protein to Mad-Cow Disease, May Lead to Cure
Bloomberg News - U.K. researchers linked a protein to the development of mad-cow disease and found a way to reduce it, a discovery that may lead to a treatment for the illness and its human form, according to a report today in PLoS Pathogens. http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601124&sid=aqMy8q5f17pwPosted by sball at 11:42 AM | Comments (0)
FEI Takes Steps on Equine Welfare, Doping Issues
@TheHorse - The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) announced November 17 that it has stepped up its efforts to ensure the welfare and humane treatment of horses being shown in FEI-recognized competitions. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=15331Posted by sball at 11:39 AM | Comments (0)
FDA Takes Action Against Dairy Farm and Owner
Farm selling animals with illegal drug residues in violation of federal law. http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm191232.htmPosted by sball at 06:56 AM | Comments (0)
FDA Takes Action Against Maryland Veal Calf Dealer
Man allegedly sold animals for human consumption that contained illegal drug residues. http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm191446.htmPosted by sball at 06:55 AM | Comments (0)
November 20, 2009
Guidance for Industry 191 - FDA - New Animal Drug Application
This guidance is intended to assist sponsors who wish to apply for approval of changes to approved new animal drugs that require FDA to reevaluate safety and/or effectiveness data. http://www.fda.gov/downloads/AnimalVeterinary/GuidanceComplianceEnforcement/GuidanceforIndustry/ucm052460.pdfPosted by sball at 02:20 PM | Comments (0)
Keep The Worms Out Of Your Pet’s Heart! The Facts About Heartworm Disease
Heartworm disease is a serious disease that results in severe lung disease, heart failure, other organ damage, and death in pets, mainly dogs, cats, and ferrets. http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/ResourcesforYou/AnimalHealthLiteracy/ucm188470.htmPosted by sball at 02:12 PM | Comments (0)
November 18, 2009
Canine flu: How big a threat?
The VIN News Service - Public interest in the dog flu shot and a heightened sensitivity among clinicians on the subject. http://news.vin.com/VINNews.aspx?articleId=14307Posted by sball at 03:05 PM | Comments (0)
November 17, 2009
Dr. Jane Goodall - Interior Department; Secretary Salazar to Honor Her With His First Lifetime Achievement Award
Renowned Primatologist and Conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall to Discuss International Issues and Showcase New Book At Interior Department; Secretary Salazar to Honor Her With His First Lifetime Achievement Award. http://www.doi.gov/news/09_News_Releases/111209.htmlPosted by sball at 03:05 PM | Comments (0)
Undercover Video Shows Pig Farm Employees Allegedly Abusing Pigs
MyFoxChicago.com - A disturbing video released exclusively to Fox News by the animal rights group Mercy for Animals (MFA) shows a string of alleged abuses at one of the nation's largest pig farms, including footage of employees picking up baby pigs and tossing them like footballs. http://www.myfoxchicago.com/dpp/news/national/Undercover_Video_Shows_Pig_Farm_Employees_Allegedly_Abusing_Pigs_27611287Posted by sball at 02:24 PM | Comments (0)
Thousands of hogs found dead; foul play suspected
KTIV - Authorities are investigating the suffocation death of nearly 4,000 hogs in rural Hull, Iowa. http://www.ktiv.com/global/story.asp?s=11516666Posted by sball at 02:17 PM | Comments (0)