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Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common diseases of middle-aged and older cats. While cats with this condition can become seriously ill, in many cases hyperthyroidism is a treatable disease, and one from which most cats can make a complete recovery. …

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Approximately 20 percent of adult dogs have osteoarthritis, and 45 percent of cats experience arthritic pain. That’s according to the Morris Animal Foundation, which has supported several studies on arthritis-related issues. Veterinarians can offer medications and treatments to help ease the pain associated with arthritis, but what can pet owners do at home to make their arthritic pets’ lives more comfortable? In this podcast, Dr. Darryl Millis, professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, offers advice on caring for arthritic pets at home.

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Rabbits are some of the most popular specialty or exotic pets in the United States, with more than 6 million rabbits owned as pets. And just like our dogs and cats, rabbits require regular veterinary care to ensure they live happy and healthy lives. On…

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Rockville, Md. — Merrick Pet Care of Amarillo, Texas, is recalling a single lot of its Doggie
Wishbone pet treat (ITEM No. 29050, UPC No. 2280829050, Lot 11031, Best By 30 Jan 2013) due to possible Salmonella
contamination.

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Rockville, Md. — Ridley Block Operations initiated a voluntary recall July 29 on one lot of
Purina-Lix 38 Hi-E and RangeLand® 38 Hi-E free-choice supplement tubs for beef cattle because softened
product may contain excessive levels of …

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Wichita, Kan. — Cargill Value Added Meats Retail is voluntarily recalling about 36 million pounds of
fresh and frozen ground turkey in response to an outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg that has infected at least 77
people in 26 states.

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