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March 2, 2015
Beneful Class Action Lawsuit
After last week's news about a lawsuit filed against Nestle Purina PetCare Company regarding Beneful dog food, we have received calls from member clinics with concerns and questions raised by clients about the safety of this food. Understandably, clients who feed Beneful may be concerned.
February 26, 2015
Toxic Algae Advisories
Be on the look out for waters that look suspicious — foamy, scummy, thick like paint, pea-green, blue-green or brownish red. When in doubt, stay out!
February 25, 2015
Members in the News
Through our public relations program, we are proud to promote the veterinary profession and educate the public on animal health issues. Following are some examples of media opportunities sourced by the OVMA office, as well as news articles featuring OVMA member veterinarians. This page will be updated frequently so check back for "new" news.
February 24, 2015
Purina Animal Nutrition Recalls One Lot of DuMOR® Sheep Formula Sold in Florida
Purina Animal Nutrition LLC has initiated a limited voluntary recall of DuMOR® Sheep Formula in Florida due to the potential for a higher-than-acceptable level of copper, which can cause health issues and potential mortality. There has been one report of sheep mortality associated with the single lot that is being recalled.
February 19, 2015
FDA Issues Update on Jerky Pet Treat Investigation: February 2015
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an update on its ongoing investigation into pet illnesses and deaths in animals that ate jerky pet treats. This update includes the latest information about complaints of illnesses, testing findings, and measures taken by the agency to identify the cause of the illnesses and deaths.
February 12, 2015
2015 OVMA Membership Directory & Resource Guide Now Available
The 2015 OVMA membership directory is now available.
February 12, 2015
Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food 4 Lb Bags Recalled Due to Salmonella
Tuffy's Pet Foods, Inc. of Perham, MN is voluntarily recalling specific lots of 4 lb. bags of Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Tuffy's manufactured the product for Nutrisca.
February 12, 2015
Pet International Recalls 6” Beef Trachea Pet Treat Due to Salmonella
Pet International of Miami, Florida is recalling 1500 units of 6” Beef Trachea Pet Treat because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals (i.e. dogs) eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products. Sold in Colorado.
February 9, 2015
What Happens in a Veterinary Dental Cleaning
A professional veterinary dental cleaning is a key component in keeping your pet healthy. Dental disease in pets can lead to the loss of teeth, as well as to serious health conditions such as heart, lung and kidney disease. This article describes what happens in a typical professional veterinary dental cleaning.
February 9, 2015
Dental Care for Your Rabbit, Exotic or Pocket Pet
The need for dental care isn't limited to dogs and cats. Rabbits, exotics and pocket pets need dental care, too!
