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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Blue Ridge Beef Issues Voluntary Recall of Breeders Choice #2 Dog Food

 

Blue Ridge Beef Issues Voluntary Recall of Breeders Choice #2 Dog Food – October 2023

October 27 2023 — Blue Ridge Beef has voluntarily recalled its Breeders Choice #2 dog food due to potential Salmonella contamination.

What caused the recall?

The recall was initiated by a sample of the impacted product testing positive for Salmonella.

There have been no confirmed illnesses linked to the ingestion of one of the products in question.

No other Blue Ridge Beef products are impacted by this recall.

You can read the recall on the FDA’s website.

What’s recalled?

Breeders Choice 2# Dog Food, distributed between 8/9/2023 and 8/25/2023. This product was packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the following States: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The affected products contained the below lot numbers and expiration dates:

Brand Name & DescriptionUnit UPCImpacted Best by Date(s)/Lot Codes
Breeders Choice #2 log dog food8 54298 00193 1Lot # 8/2/24

What to do?

If you have purchased a product with a lot code or expired date listed above, we recommend that you dispose of any impacted products immediately.

If your dog has consumed any of the affected products, monitor them for adverse symptoms such as an upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. Contact your vet if you witness any signs of illness in your dog and mention the information above during the consultation.

Statement

Blue Ridge Beef is recalling its Breeders Choice 2# log dog food Lot# 8/2/24 UPC 8 54298 00193 1 due to Salmonella contamination. On October 27, 2023, the firm was notified by the Food & Drug Administration that the dog food tested positive for Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Sunday, October 29, 2023

Happy Halloween!

 

"Werewolf" Bo says Happy Halloween!





Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Dog Paw Cuts and Scrapes: How to Treat a Paw Injury

 

From The Whole Dog Journal:

Five things to keep in mind when dealing with your dog's cut paw pad.


Your dog’s paw pads act much like the soles of sneakers, protecting your dog’s foot and cushioning each step. Paw pads are tough, but they can still be cut by sharp objects or worn off if your dog runs hard on rough terrain. What should you do when your dog cuts or tears a paw pad?

1. Clean the wound.

Gently flush the wound with water or an antiseptic, such as diluted chlorhexidine solution. If there is obvious debris, such as rocks or glass, remove it carefully. Don’t force anything that is lodged deep into the foot.

2. Control bleeding.

Apply pressure to the wound to stop any bleeding. Use a clean towel and an ice pack if available to encourage blood-vessel constriction. If only the outer layer of the pad has been worn off, there may not be much bleeding, but deeper wounds and punctures can bleed heavily. The time it takes for bleeding to stop will vary with the severity of the wound.

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

TFP Nutrition Issues Voluntary Recall of Retriever Dry Dog Food

 

October 24 2023 — TFP Nutrition has voluntarily recalled Retriever All Life Stages Mini Chunk Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food due to potential Salmonella contamination.

What caused the recall?

The recall was initiated by a single sample of the impacted product testing positive for Salmonella in a random sample test conducted by the Office of the Texas State Chemist.

There have been no confirmed illnesses linked to the ingestion of one of the products in question.

No other Tractor Supply Company products are impacted by this recall.

What’s recalled?

50lb bags of Retriever All Life Stages Mini Chunk Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food, distributed in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah — containing the below lot numbers and expiration dates:

Brand Name & DescriptionUnit UPCImpacted Best by Date(s)/Lot Codes
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made USA Farm Raised Beef Jerky – 5 oz. / 141gN/ABEST BY 10 2024 3277 TFP
BEST BY 10 2024 3278 TFP

What to do?

If you have purchased a product with a lot code or expired date listed above, we recommend that you dispose of any impacted products immediately.

If your dog has consumed any of the affected products, monitor them for adverse symptoms such as an upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. Contact your vet if you witness any signs of illness in your dog and mention the information above during the consultation.

Statement

TFP Nutrition has not issued a statement.

Sunday, October 22, 2023

How Old Is My Dog in Human Years?

 


The old rule of thumb of 7 years of a human life equals 1 dog year has been refined, especially for younger dogs.

Many of us wonder how old our dog is in human years, sometimes using it as a gauge to decide how our dog must feel compared to our own aging bodies. The old standby is that one year of a dog’s life equals seven years in a human’s life. It’s easy to do mathematically, and it does give you a ballpark idea, but it’s no longer considered accurate, especially for younger dogs.
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Friday, October 13, 2023

Carolina Prime Pet Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Hollywood Feed Jerky Products

 

October 13 2023 — Carolina Prime Pet Inc. has voluntarily recalled five varieties of its jerky products, distributed to Hollywood Feed, due to potential Salmonella contamination.

What caused the recall?

The recall was initiated by customer, Hollywood Feed, reporting Salmonella contamination in the affected jerky products.

There have been no confirmed illnesses linked to the ingestion of one of the products in question as they were recalled before being sold to customers.

No other Carolina Prime Pet Inc. products are impacted by this recall.

What’s recalled?

A total of five jerky varieties have been recalled, distributed by Hollywood Feed, containing the below lot numbers and expiration dates:

Brand Name & DescriptionUnit UPCImpacted Best by Date(s)/Lot Codes
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made USA Farm Raised Beef Jerky – 5 oz. / 141gN/ALot 20082323;
Best by 02/25/25 L2
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made USA Farm Raised Chicken Jerky – 5 oz. / 141gN/ALot 20082323;
Best by 02/25/25 L2
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Wild Elk Jerky – 5 oz. / 141gN/ALot 20082423;
Best by 02/24/25 L2
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Pork Jerky – 6 oz. / 141gN/ALot 20082523;
Best by 02/25/2025 L2
Hollywood Feed Carolina Made USA Farm Raised Turkey Jerky – 6 oz. / 141gN/ALot 20082423;
Best by 02/24/2025 L2

What to do?

If you have purchased a product with a lot code listed above, we recommend that you dispose of any impacted products immediately.
If your dog has consumed any of the affected products, monitor them for adverse symptoms such as an upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea. Contact your vet if you witness any signs of illness in your dog and mention the information above during the consultation.

Statement

Carolina Prime Pet Inc. has not issued a statement.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

REVISED!!!! Greyhound Pet Adoption Event - Animal Crackers Block Party - Saturday, October 21st

 

THIS IS AN UPDATE TO A PREVIOUS POST!

Animal Crackers Pet Supply has changed the hours for their Anniversary Block Party.  Their Block Party will now be held from 4pm - 8pm.

Greyhound Pet Adoption - Northwest will be at the Animal Crackers Anniversary Block Party on Saturday, October 21st.  We will have "interactive display model" Greyhounds ready and willing to meet and greet all of you!  

GPA-Northwest representatives will be there from 4:00 - 6:00 to answer any and all questions about Greyhound adoption.  We won't have a proper booth set up, but we will be wandering around the festivities.  You can't miss us.....we'll be the ones with the Greyhounds!  Don't be shy!  Come and say hi!

Please join us for the festivities!  See you there!

Animal Crackers Pet Supply is located at 949 NW Kings Blvd in Corvallis.





Friday, October 6, 2023

Rainbow Bridge - Lula

 
Lula (Mega Yalu)

June 12, 2011 - October 6, 2023

Loved by Eddy & Rachel Ostrander of Corvallis, Oregon