Gary Burghoff Joins Us
Animal Radio's Season of Stars continues with actor Gary Burghoff (M*A*S*H). His character on the long-running series was developed after the writer saw his love for animals.
Diamond Expands Recall
Diamond Pet Foods has expanded a Salmonella related dog food recall begun in early April to include its Diamond Puppy Formula, Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul Adult Light Formula dry dog food. Many companies with food made in the same plant are following suit. No illnesses have been reported in dogs, but so far 14 cases of salmonella in humans have been found in nine states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Affected humans may have caught salmonella from handling the dry dog food and then handling their own food, or from cross contamination with utensils. The CDC is still investigating the outbreak. More detailed recall information for the specific affected brands can be found at diamondpetrecall.com. You may also view the latest inspection report of the food plant, which still has four violations. Purina has also recalled its Overweight Cat Food for ingredient issues.
Feed Your Best Friend Better
"Dog Food Dude" Rick Woodford explains how easy it is to make healthy food for your pet. Quit dodging bullets and avoid all the recalls with fresh food for your furry-companion.
Dog Receives Life In Prison
The bad dog of the neighborhood has received a life prison sentence. The wolf dog hybrid named Chief, once ordered destroyed for aggressive behavior, will become a guard dog at Louisiana's maximum security prison.
Bad Economy Doesn't Mean Cutting Back On Pet Expenses
Most pets aren't feeling the pinch of higher gas and grocery prices. Three-quarters of the respondents in a new CouponCabin.com poll say the economy hasn't caused them to cut back on pet expenses. In addition, 21% report spending between $51 and $100 on their pets each month, while 12% shell out more than $100 on Fluffy and Fido every 30 days. Just over a third admit they spend more money on their pets than they do on their friends, and 32% put more money toward their pets than their family.
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