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Recall: Jr. Texas Taffy Treat for Pets
If you have Jr. Texas Taffy Treats at home, you are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. ALL lots of this pet treat have been recalled due to them containing salmonella. The potential salmonella in these Jr. Texas Taffy Treats can cause sickness in both animals and humans, particularly if the humans do not wash hands after touching the treats. Symptoms of salmonella poisoning in humans include nausea, vomiting, cramping, abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. Pets will show the same symptoms and may seem lethargic as well. No reports of illness have been submitted as of ...
How To Teach A Cat To Handshake
Most pet owners can easily teach a dog to shake hands. But cats? Believe it or not, it is actually possible to teach your cat to shake. One must be patient and consistent when teaching a cat to handshake. And one must ALSO have yummy cat treats, of course! To teach your cat to shake, first be armed and ready. Purchase a few jars of chicken baby food and a rubber tipped baby spoon. Then gently touch your cat’s paw while saying “shake.” The minute your cat moves his or her paw, give your kitty some baby food on a spoon. Continue ...
Adopting an Ex-Racing Greyhound
By Jay, from The Depp Effect Every year, thousands of greyhounds retire from racing. Luckily for them, more and more people are realizing what great pets they can make. The most cat-like of all dog breeds, these are easy dogs to care for. They are sprinters with only a short burst of energy at their disposal, so they don’t need hours of walking - twenty minutes twice a day will do, and then they’ll most likely rest quietly for hours on end. Greyhounds have a short, non-oily coat and are often thought of as ‘low-allergen’ dogs. Their fur is soft and fine, they ...
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Recall: Jr. Texas Taffy Treat for P...
Published on Saturday, January 29, 2011 by katherine
If you have Jr. Texas Taffy Treats at home, you are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. ALL lots of this pet treat have been recalled due to them containing salmonella. The potential salmonella in these Jr. Texas Taffy Treats can cause sickness in both a...
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How To Teach A Cat To Handshake
Published on Thursday, April 22, 2010 by katherine
Most pet owners can easily teach a dog to shake hands. But cats? Believe it or not, it is actually possible to teach your cat to shake. One must be patient and consistent when teaching a cat to handshake. And one must ALSO have yummy cat treats, of course! To teach your cat to ... -
Adopting an Ex-Racing Greyhound
Published on Friday, April 2, 2010 by katherine
By Jay, from The Depp Effect Every year, thousands of greyhounds retire from racing. Luckily for them, more and more people are realizing what great pets they can make. The most cat-like of all dog breeds, these are easy dogs to care for. They are sprinters with only a short bu... -
Does Your Rat Or Small Pet Have A R... Published on Friday, March 12, 2010 by katherine
When I first rescued my two female rats, they came with pine shavings. One of the rats had a red, wet and droopy eye. I suspected the pine shavings were bothering her, so I removed them and cleaned the cage. When the cage was ready I filled the bottom with Carefresh. This is what ...
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