Each summer parts of the world see record-breaking temperatures causing wildlife and humans much suffering. Birds are not exempt from the dangers of overheating and dehydration. Pet birds are accustomed to living indoors where temperatures can usually be moderated. But at times of electrical outages, we have to be prepared to see that our birds […]
October 23, 2012 Wildwood Seed & Specialties of Monroe, Oregon, has voluntarily recalled some of their Sleek and Sassy brand bird and small animal food. These foods contain raw in-shell peanuts that were recalled by Sunland Inc.. Sunland Inc. extended their recent recall of peanut butter and other nut butters due to possible salmonella contamination. […]
The FDA has issued the following advisory regarding reactions to NSAIDs. NSAIDs are not approved in the U.S. for long-term use in cats. The FDA has also placed a warning label on Metacam for use in cats. NSAIDs in veterinary use include carprofen (Rimadyl), indomethacin, etodolac (EctoGesic), meloxicam (metacam), zubrin (tepoxalin), previcox (firocoxilin), Novox (generic […]
