Pets can be partners in fitness

I'd imagine that (a) it depends on the temperament of your pet (b) you'd want to slowly introduce your pet to these activities, but once those hurdles are covered, it might be fun!

Labels: cats, cool idea, dogs, health, medical, pet care, pets, play, puppy, training

Nutro Products Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Range of Dry Cat Food Products

There is a voluntary recall of select varieties of NUTRO(R) NATURAL CHOICE(R) COMPLETE CARE(R) Dry Cat Foods and NUTRO(R) MAX(R) Cat Dry Foods with "Best If Used By Dates" between May 12, 2010 and August 22, 2010. The cat food is being voluntarily recalled in the United States and ten additional countries. This recall is due to incorrect levels of zinc and potassium in our finished product resulting from a production error by a US-based premix supplier.

Two mineral premixes were affected. One premix contained excessive levels of zinc and under-supplemented potassium. The second premix under-supplemented potassium. Both zinc and potassium are essential nutrients for cats and are added as nutritional supplements to NUTRO(R) dry cat food.

Consumers who have purchased product affected by this voluntary recall should return it to their retailer for a full refund or exchange for another NUTRO(R) dry cat food product. Cat owners who have questions about the recall should call 1-800-833-5330 between the hours 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM CST, or visit www.nutroproducts.com.

Labels: cats, health, news, pet care, pets, recalls

Pets & Babies - The Valley Hospital Parent Education Classes

Expecting a new baby? Don't forget about your loving and loyal four-legged first baby, your cat or dog. There WILL be adjustments to make. The one-session Pets & Babies class, held in Paramus, NJ, teaches expectant parents tried and true methods to a happy home for all family members. Time after time, parents are heartbroken when their long-time pet is not as thrilled to see that squirming bundle of joy as everyone else is. With a little preparation and training, tails will be wagging when your new addition comes home.

Next session is May 19, from 7:30 - 9:30PM. Call 201-291-6151 to register or for more information.

Labels: cats, children, cool idea, dogs, events, fun, health, kids, pet care, pets, puppy, training

One in three smokers would kick habit to protect pet

Wonder what it would take to bump that up to 2 out of 3? Oh well, it's a start!

Labels: cats, dogs, health, news, pet care, pets

Nov. 24 deadline to file claim related to pet food recall
Just a reminder...If your pet got sick on tainted food the deadline to file is coming up fast = Nov 24.

Labels: cats, dogs, health, news, pet care, pets, puppy

Dog Cars: Vehicle Reviews
Looking for a new car, and want to find something that also works for the furry member(s) of you family? Check out these helpful car reviews that include the pros and cons for pet owners...

Wish I'd thought of this! ;-)

Labels: cats, cool idea, dogs, pet care, pets, travel

It's good to see that people are keeping the stories about the mortgage crash effect on pets in the news.

And just as important, letting people know what their options are and what they can do to help they can do to help!

• Pets and Foreclosures: Frequently Asked Questions


• Foreclosure Victims Urged to Remember Pets When Relocating


• Moving On: Remember Your Pets When Relocating

Labels: cats, dogs, foreclosure, mortgage, pets