The biggest overhaul of the food safety laws since the Great Depression has passed the Senate. Because of so many food-borne illnesses and recalls in recent years, this bill now allows the Food and Drug Administration to have the authority to recall tainted products on its own, inspect private food processors and set higher standards […]
Texas has joined other states in banning the use of the gas euthanasia chamber throughout the state. Wayne Pacelle, CEO and President of the HSUS tells us that Representative Jim Moran (D-Va), co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus is reintroducing a federal resolution condemning the use of carbon monoxide gas chambers for euthanasia of […]
The FDA is warning people not to feed their pets Nature’s Deli Chicken Jerky Dog Treats with lot code BESTBY 061913DEN due to salmonella contamination. In September 2012, a sample of the product tested by the Colorado Department of Agriculture was found positive for salmonella. The treats are made, packaged and distributed by Kasel Associates […]
