Friends of Animals, FoA, has always supported spay/neuter for pets. Unless you are a qualified breeder, spay/neuter should be the choice for your pet. Too many pets are abandoned yearly, winding up on the streets or in shelters, suffering and dying. FoA is offering certificates in the United States for low-cost spay/neuter at participating animal […]
Pet Health
FDA
The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is responsible for assuring that animal drugs and medicated feeds are safe and effective and that food from treated animals is safe to eat. In 1968, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act was amended to include animal drugs. CVM works to educate consumers as […]
Food Safety Overhaul Bill
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 […]
Antimicrobials in Our Food Supply
Veterinarian Dr. Patty Khuly has joined the fight against unrestricted use of antimicrobials in animal feed. The FDA and the American Medical Association (AMA) have argued against the non-therapeutic use of antibiotics in animals. What this means is that a sick animal should be treated with the necessary drugs and there should be a waiting […]
How the FDA Approves Animal Drugs
The starting point for a new drug is an idea. It ends with the approval of a marketable drug. The FFDCA (Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act) gives the legal right to the FDA (Federal Drug Administration) to approve and regulate drugs for people and animals. A drug is defined as “articles intended for use […]
FDA – Beware Online Pet Meds
The following is an article from the FDA on the danger of buying pet medications online and how to safely do so. “Discount pet drugs—no prescription required” may appeal to pet owners surfing the Web, but FDA experts say it can be risky to buy drugs online from sites that tout this message and others […]
FDA: 10 Medical Questions to Ask Your Vet
The FDA (Food & Drug Administration) has posted these important questions to ask your vet when your pet must take medication. To prevent or treat an illness in your pet, your veterinarian may prescribe a medication. Understanding important information about the medication and how to treat your pet can help your animal’s recovery or continued […]
Treating Burns in Pets
Burns to pets can be caused several ways – accidentally spilling hot or caustic liquids on pets, pets biting electric wires, even extreme cold. There are three degrees of burns: First degree, where the skin will be painful to touch, red, and may blister Second degree, where in addition to pain, the skin will turn […]
Treating Wounds – Pets
Common wounds occur when your pet is bitten by another dog or cat, accidentally steps on something that causes a wound on the feet, or it may be a body wound. If there is bleeding check to see where the blood is coming from. Put a sterile pad over the wound and bind it tightly. […]
Second Opinions in Veterinary Practice
When your pet is not well, the first person you turn to for help is the veterinarian. Sometimes, when emergencies or sudden illnesses occur, we need the services of 24 hour emergency hospitals. Some procedures need immediate attention and should be seen ASAP. Some situations allow a “band-aid” solution until further treatment can be given. […]