News

May 22, 2012

Canine Illnesses Linked to Chicken Jerky Treats Manufactured in China

The FDA's cautionary warning specifically refers to chicken jerky products that are imported from China. These dried chicken jerky products, intended for dogs, may also be sold as tenders, strips or treats.

May 18, 2012

Dry Pet Food Manufactured by Diamond Recalled Due to Salmonella Contamination: Salmonellosis in Two Dogs & Their Human Confirmed

Please note that, as of the publication of this page, none of the foods listed were known to have been officially distributed for sale in Oregon by the manufacturer/pet food companies. It's always a good idea to check your foods, though, as redistribution can occur. Please check your dry pet food for these recalled brands. Human Salmonella illnesses have been linked to some of these recalled foods, so please practice good hygiene after handling pet food and before handling human food.

May 17, 2012

Dog Bites Can Be Prevented: May 20-26 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Every year, there are approximately 4.5 million people bitten by dogs, with children between the ages of five and nine the most likely to be bitten. The good news is that dog bites *are* preventable. It’s up to people, not dogs, to stop dog bites.

May 17, 2012

Rabies: Bats Positive for Rabies in Medford, Multnomah County; Cat Who Contacted Bat in Multnomah County Euthanized

Rabies is an infectious viral disease that affects the nervous system. It is transmitted by a bite or saliva from a rabid animal. A bat that bit a person in NE Multnomah County has tested positive for rabies, the first positive bat in Multnomah County since 2008. This is a good reminder to keep your pet, including cats, who are more likely to play with a sick bat, up to date on their rabies vaccinations!

May 15, 2012

Gentle Leader® Headcollars Sold from August 2011 – May 10, 2012 Recalled Due to Defect

Specific Gentle Leader® Headcollars, sold from August 2011 – May 10, 2012, may have a defect in the quick release neck strap buckle, which causes an unintended release, and have been recalled. See the link for product details.

May 14, 2012

Nestlé Purina Recalls Single Lot of Therapeutic Canned Cat Food Due to a Low Level of Thiamine (Vitamin B1)

Nestlé Purina PetCare has recalled one lot of its Purina Veterinary Diets® OM Overweight Management canned cat food, available through veterinarians in the U.S. and Canada. Analytical testing of the product sample by FDA indicated a low level of thiamine (Vitamin B1).

May 14, 2012

Oregon State Fair: Volunteers Needed for OVMA Booth!

Each summer at the Oregon State Fair, we are reminded that fairgoers love their animals and love the opportunity to talk to veterinarians, technicians and assistants about caring for their animals. We need you to make this another successful year of public outreach at the Fair. Help the OVMA promote your profession!

May 7, 2012

What's the Best Way to Celebrate National Pet Week? Take Your Pet to the Vet for a Preventive Health Exam!

Protect your pet's health and quality of life by taking it to your veterinarian for a preventive health exam twice per year. Early detection of diseases can improve your pet's chances of successful treatment, and save you money over the long run, too.

May 5, 2012

Wellness Complete Health® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food Recalled Due to Salmonella

WellPet LLC announced a voluntary recall of one recipe of Wellness® dry dog food after being notified by Diamond Pet Foods regarding the presence of Salmonella in Diamond’s Gaston, South Carolina facility.

May 4, 2012

Human Salmonella Infections Linked to Recalled Diamond Pet Foods Dry Dog Food

Human cases of Salmonella Infantis infection have been linked to recently recalled dry dog food products manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods in their South Carolina plant.