Toronto, Canada — Longisil, a form of penicillin used to treat various infections in large and small
animals, has been recalled by Canadian health officials.
Toronto, Canada — Longisil, a form of penicillin used to treat various infections in large and small
animals, has been recalled by Canadian health officials.
FDA announces voluntary recall of Teva’s Ketamine Hydrochloride Injection.
The holiday season is upon us, and while we humans revel in the food, decorations, and celebrations of the season, they can be very frightening, if not downright dangerous, for our pets. In this podcast, Dr. Bernadine Cruz, a small animal veterinarian in Laguna Woods, Calif., discusses ways to ensure your pet’s health and safety during the holidays.
In the movies, kissing a frog can result in a prince. But, as the disclaimer often says, “Do not try this at home.” Frogs, like all amphibians, can be a source of Salmonella infections in people. The same is true for reptiles, like turtles or snakes. Instead of a prince, improper handling of amphibians and reptiles – and that includes kissing a frog – can result in a nasty illness. Dr. Mark Mitchell, associate professor of zoological medicine at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, talks about amphibians, reptiles, and Salmonella.
We know that proper dental care is important for our health, and we’ve explained on a previous episode of Animal Tracks how important it is for our dogs and cats as well. But did you know that dental care is an integral part of the health of horses? In this podcast, Dr. B.A. Rucker, an equine veterinarian who specializes in dentistry and a member of the board of directors for the American Association of Equine Practitioners, discusses equine dentistry.
Meta, Mo. — Diamond Pet Foods has reported a total of 21 cats with thiamine deficiency in
Pennsylvania and New York since a voluntary recall of two brands of the company’s dry cat food in
September.