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 […]
MRSA has found its way from humans to pets. Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) has been reported in dogs but no cases have appeared in cats. This aggressive form, found in hospitals is a particular risk to dogs who undergo amputation of a leg. Living with Tripawds Tripawds immune systems are generally compromised. Staphylococcus bacteria […]
Okey’s Promise is a public art project created by artist BZTAT. It’s purpose is to make everyone aware of the connection between mistreatment of animals, child abuse and domestic violence. Studies have proven that when harm is inflicted on animals, abusers turn their violence against children and women. Okey’s Promise is named in honor of […]
