Archive for the ‘Seasonal Health Alerts’ Category
Bad Treats Have Killed 70 Fur Friends
January 16th, 2012 | 
Author: 70 FUR FRIENDS HAVE DIED
Fox News aired that 70 dogs have died as a result of eating chicken jerky treats made from chicken that has come from China.
“Kingdom Pets” brand from Costco is one of them. Also certain “Blue Buffalo” brand pet foods have a recall for the same thing.
Please pass the word and help make sure all your canine friends do not become one of these fatalities.
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Dog Treats Can Harm or Even Kill
WARNING: Dog treats can seriously harm or even kill!
Fox news has reported that 70 dogs have died as a result of eating chicken jerky treats made from chicken that has come from China.
Kingdom Pets brand from Costco is one of them. Also certain Blue Buffalo brand pet foods have a recall for the same thing.
Please make sure that when you are treating yourself and all your fur friends this festive season that you only give them treats you know to be from trusted brands.
DogAboutTown.ca
K-9SuperHeroes.com Dog Whispering
© 2011 – All rights reserved.
Watch Out for Beautiful, But Deadly Amanita Mushrooms
The Fall Season on Vancouver Island means it’s also mushroom season, and not all mushrooms are dog-friendly.
ATTENTION All Dog Owners! Please pass this news on as it could save a dog’s life.
The very beautiful AMANITA mushroom, for instance, is toxic and possibly deadly to dogs. Although the recent reports of poisoning have come from dogs walked off leash at Elk Lake, this is not the only place where these mushrooms could be growing, so make sure you take the appropriate caution when out walking your dog in areas where they may be mushrooms.
“The vet hospital I work out of has now had 3 cases of what appears to be Amanita mushroom poisoning in dogs walked at Elk Lake. Very poisonous mushroom, often fatal. Very sad. All 3 within last 2 weeks, young dogs. DON’T walk your dog(s) at Elk Lake off leash right now!!!” – Heather
The Amanita mushroom is characterized by a brightly coloured cap with whitish warts, white gills, membranous ring, and volva consisting of a series of scaly concentric rings above the basal bulb.
The Amanita mushroom is found single or scattered or in large fairy rings, “in forests and at their edges, also with planted trees,” on the ground, under Pine, Spruce, and Birch.
This is a neurotoxic, poisonous mushroom, as is the Amanita pantherina (Panther Mushroom). For further details about this and other mushrooms, visit E-Flora BC.
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Parasitic Dog Drinks
Giardia is a diarrheal illness that can infect both humans and animals, caused by a microscopic parasite, Giardia intestinalis and once a person or animal has been infected with Giardia, the parasite lives in the intestine to be passed on to others in feces. Because the parasite is protected by an outer shell, it can survive outside the body and in the environment for months at a time.
During the past 2 decades, Giardia infection has become recognized as a common cause of waterborne disease in humans and animals that can be found worldwide.
The Giardia parasite is contracted by dogs that drink contaminated water, such as in puddles, lakes, or even on wet kennel floors. Symptoms include diarrhea, weight loss, and hair loss, with puppies being at highest risk.
Make sure that you keep your dog away from water sources and wildlife fecal matter that may be contaminated, and make sure to wash your hands after playing with puppies. If you suspect that your dog has been infected, it’s time for a visit to your local veterinarian.
The best way to prevent your dog from contracting the Giardia parasite is to always monitor where your dog puts its nose, and carry your own safe water source with you when you’re out on walks with your dog, rather than letting a thirsty pup slurp from questionable water sources.
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It’s Dog License Time Again
Don't leave home without your license!
Along with the 2010 New Year comes a reminder to all friends of canines that it’s once again time to buy all our dog licenses for any dog over the age of 4 months.
Why not do so early this year and save $5 to $10, depending on where you are located.
In the City of Victoria, when you purchase your dog license between Jan 01 and March 31, you will save $10.
In the Oak Bay District, when you purchase your dog license between Jan 01 and March 31, you will save $5.
Also, if your dog has been spayed or neutered in the preceding 12 months, your license will be free this year, so long as you provide proof from your veterinarian clinic or hospital indicating the date of the procedure.
Boris is already sporting his 2010 tag and this year it is a square, blue tag that the Animal Control Services Officers will be looking for when they cruise local parks.
If your dog is found not wearing an up to date license, you can be fined at least $50. right on the spot so make sure your best friends are legal this year and don’t forget to put on the new tag whenever you are enjoying being a Dog About Town.
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