24 Million Dollars for Poison Dog Food Deaths

July 24, 2008 · Filed Under dog health, dogs · 15 Comments 

I am sure that most of you recall the far reaching tragic dog food
recall involving Menu Foods

During the recall more than 60 million containers of dog food that
was found to contain a poison called melamine, used in the
production of plastics, was recalled. Dogs that were fed commercial
dog food produced by some of the most popular dog food
manufacturers suffered  renal (kidney) failure and died.

Recently, a settlement was reached.

The Settlement Agreement will create a Fund of  $24 million
allowing recovery of …economic damages related to the pet food
recall that were incurred by pet owners and persons who purchased
recalled pet food in the United States and in Canada, subject to
several limitations,” Menu Foods wrote in a press release.

Dog guardians can file claims for medical expenses and
reimbursement of burial or cremation costs.

While this settlement is welcomed by Dogs4Life, we are not
satisfied. The commercial dog food industry remains largely
unregulated. It is more important that ever before to be informed
as to just what is in the dog food products that you buy and feed
to your best friend.

Take a few minutes and learn just what is in the dog food that you
feed at:
http://www.dogs-4life.com/dog-food-that-kills.html

 

Plants That Can Poison Your Dog

July 10, 2008 · Filed Under dog health, dogs · 19 Comments 

Dogs love to explore and try the flavors of life they encounter along the way. While it is natural for dogs to sample berries and plants they encounter, it is imperative to keep in mind that there are some plants that can poison your dog.

There are in fact two distinct areas where plants that can poison your dog can be found, inside your home and in the great outdoors.

Indoors, the primary concern is house plants, such as mistletoe and poinsettia. Be careful not to place plants that can poison your dog inside your home

Outdoors, the exploring pooch has a tendency to taste  berries, plants and roots that can cause gastro intestinal discomfort and can be poison to your dog.

What are the most common plants that can poison your dog?

Dr. Steven Hansen, veterinary toxicologist & ASPCA Senior Vice President, explains that the following are the most common  plants that  can poison  your dog.

Read the rest of the article at:

http://dogs-4life.com/plants-that-can-poison-your-dog.html