From the HSUS: The U.S. Department of Agriculture has proposed a landmark rule to require that all large-scale dog breeders be subject to federal inspection to ensure their dogs are humanely treated. But the American Kennel Club, which says it’s the “dogs’ champion,” is working to stall and stop this critical advance for the welfare […]
The United States Department of Agriculture approved an application for horse slaughter inspections at a plant in Roswell, New Mexico and grant inspections at horse slaughter plants in Missouri and Iowa for Monday, July 1st (2013). The Safeguard American Food Exports Act (SAFE) will prohibit the slaughter of horses for human consumption in the U.S. […]
Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas has recalled Jr. Texas Taffy Pet Treat (item #27077, all lots up to and including 10364) due to possible Salmonella Health Risk. Pets with salmonella infections may become lethargic, have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. […]
