Botulism is produced by Clostridum botulinum and is among the most lethal toxins known. There are 7 known strains of botulism (A-G), A and B being the most common in horses. Type C is caused by decaying animals in feed. Some types cause the disease in birds and cattle as well as horses . Some […]
The ASPCA along with other animal welfare organizations reminds us of the need to keep Congress and the White House aware that 80% of Americans oppose horse slaughter. It is urgent that you ask your Congressmen to pass the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act. This legislation would achieve two things: it would prohibit the export […]
Thumb Oilseed Producer’s Cooperative of Michigan is recalling 2,623 50lb. bags and 350, 1500 lb. totes of soybean flour and 924, .08 ton loads of soy meal due to possible salmonella contamination. These soy products are used in the manufacture of both human and animal food. No pet food recall has been announced as yet. […]
