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Dr. Sakas will be speaking at the Michiana Elite Bird Fair in Mishawaka, Indiana (near South Bend) Saturday March 22nd.   Michiana Elite Bird Fair Hosted by Royal Wings Aviary   The Michiana Elite Bird Fair, also known as Michiana Bird Fair, will be held March 22, 2014, at Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana. There will be over 30,000 square feet of displays at the Weikamp Athletic Center on the Bethel College campus. The Michiana Elite Bird Fair is the largest bird fair in the Michiana area and is hosted by Royal Wings Aviary.   See videos:   http://www.fox28.com/category/230748/video-landing-page?clipId=8658498&autostart=true  …

Vaccinations: What to expect after your pet’s vaccination It is common for pets to experience some or all of the following mild side effects after receiving a vaccine, usually starting within hours of the vaccination. If these side effects last for more than a day or two, or cause your pet significant discomfort, it is important for you to contact your veterinarian: Discomfort and local swelling at the vaccination site Mild fever Decreased appetite and activity Sneezing, mild coughing, “snotty nose” or other respiratory signs may occur 2-5 days after your pet receives an intranasal vaccine More serious, but less…

How to cope with the loss of a pet   By Jennifer Taitz Published February 10, 2014 FoxNews.com       “Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened.” —  Anatole France   Last summer, I was invited to attend a small gathering to commemorate the death of a poodle. Karen and Bill buried Koby’s collar in their New Jersey backyard and shared humorous and heartfelt stories about the decade they shared with their beloved and temperamental rescue dog.   As someone who didn’t grow up with pets, I started to appreciate the palpable loss…

American Red Cross releases Pet First Aid app featuring AAHA-accredited hospitals by NEWStat A new mobile phone app from the American Red Cross not only helps pet owners find emergency veterinary care, it directs them exclusively toward AAHA-accredited hospitals to ensure their pets end up in expert hands. According to Michael Cavanaugh, DVM, DABVP, CEO of AAHA, the American Red Cross’s decision for the app to feature AAHA hospitals benefits both pets and their owners. “We know from our research that 90 percent of pet owners will seek an accredited hospital once they understand that not all animal hospitals are…

Dog, cat food tainted with salmonella recalled By Lynne Terry updated February 06, 2014  An Ohio pet food manufacturer announced a recall on Thursday over salmonella contamination. Pro-Pet LLC, which makes Hubbard Life, Joy Combo and QC Plus pet food, said it is pulling dry food sold nationwide after a lab test found the bacteria. Salmonella can harm both pets and people who handle the food and don’t thoroughly wash their hands afterwards. Food safety The Oregonian’s database of food safety news and updated federal recall warnings. Here are the recalled products: Hubbard Life Happy Hound Dog Food, Hubbard Life Cat…

Long: Be wary of Internet advice about treating your animals     Christie Long DVM I recently came across an article on Yahoo! titled “Home Remedies for Vomiting Dogs. If your dog is vomiting, deciding how long you will attempt to treat it at home is probably something of a matter of personal choice. For some people, one episode of vomiting brings them right to the veterinarian. Others seem OK with waiting it out. Typically other factors play a role in the decision. If the dog is otherwise perky, with a normal appetite and no other symptoms, you might give…

Hundreds of dead animals found at South Africa airport   South African authorities are investigating whether any law was broken     Some 400 endangered amphibians and reptiles have died from dehydration and improper shipping in South Africa, animal inspectors say.   More than 1,600 animals were discovered crammed into two crates at the OR Tambo International Airport. The survivors are being treated at a local zoo.   The animals, from Madagascar, had been without water and food for at least five days, reports say.   They are believed to have been destined for the exotic pet market in the…

Do Cats Need All of These Vaccines?  January 27, 2014    By Michele C. Hollow@MicheleCHollow Did you know that cats are 30 percent less likely to see a veterinarian than dogs? Many cat lovers skip annual vaccines and checkups for their cats, especially if they have an indoor cat. “Part of the problem is that people believe that cats are low maintenance,” says Jane Brunt, DVM, Executive Director of the CATalyst Council and owner of the Cat Hospital at Towson in Maryland. “Some cat owners think that their indoor cat won’t be exposed to disease. Indoor cats can get exposed to viruses and rabies.”…

Red Flannel Cat food recalled due to salmonella risk: Food and Drug recalls   PMI Nutrition in Minnesota is recalling 20-pound bags of its Red Flannel cat food because of potential contamination with salmonella. There have been no reports of illness, but customers should stop using the food and return it for a refund or replacement, the company says. (AP Photo/The Courier, Randy Roberts)   By Brie Zeltner, The Plain Dealer January 27, 2014    3   CLEVELAND, Ohio—A Minnesota-based pet food company is recalling bags of its Red Flannel cat food due to possible salmonella contamination, the company announced…

Cold Weather Tips for Pets With these frigid temperatures and snow, it is a good time to reiterate cold weather tips for your pets. January 03, 2014 7:00 pm With a bone-chilling forecast, the American Veterinary Medical Association reminds pet owners that a fur coat is not enough to fend off brutal temperatures.   “Most pet owners seem to worry about their pets overheating in the summer, but tend to overlook the dangers of cold weather. Their fur coats don’t always provide the necessary protection from the cold, particularly for small animals …,” said Dr. Douglas G. Aspros, past president…