Pethealth To Distribute PetArmor To SheltersJune 20, 2012 Pethealth Inc. of Oakville, Ontario, Canada, and Velcera Inc. of Yardley, Pa., have inked an exclusive distribution deal that will see Pethealth distribute Velcera’s FidoPharm Inc.’s products, notably PetArmor (fipronil) flea and tick control products, to animal welfare organizations in the United States. Currently Pethealth licenses its PetPoint animal management software system to nearly 1,800 animal welfare organizations in the U.S. The company also provides organizations with its 24PetWatch microchip programs and ShelterCare pet insurance program. “The incorporation of the FidoPharm product lines into our growing suite of B-to-B offerings to our partner shelters is consistent with our desire to bend the operating cost curve for animal welfare groups and maximize the efficiencies of the PetPoint platform by allowing licensed users to complete all their ordering and manage their inventory through our application,” said Mark Warren, president and CEO of Pethealth Inc. Pethealth will also support the promotion and sale of FidoPharm products through its national sales team, call center and online efforts. In addition to PetArmor, a generic version of Merial’s Frontline Top Spot
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Pfizer Launches Generic Versions Of Ivomec Plus, BanamineJune 20, 2012Pfizer Launches Generic Versions of Ivomec Plus, BanaminePfzier, Merial, Merck, Alverin Plus, Ivomec Plus, Banamine, Flunixamine, generic veterinary drugsMadison, N.J.-based Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on Tuesday, June 29, 2012, Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively.Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on June 20, 2012, Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively.newslinePfizer Launches Generic Versions of Ivomec Plus, BanaminePosted: June 20, 2012, 1:00 p.m. EDT Madison, N.J.-based Pfizer Animal Health unveiled on Tuesday Alverin Plus (ivermectin/clorsulon) and Flunixamine (flunixin meglumine), generic versions of Merial's Ivomec Plus and Merck Animal Health's Banamine, respectively. Flunixamine "Alverin Plus and Flunixamine allow Pfizer Animal Health the opportunity to deliver a wider portfolio of products, giving veterinarians, producers and owners expanded access to innovative products, solutions and services," said Roger Saltman, DVM, MBA, group director of cattle and equine technical services for Pfizer Animal Health. "Whether we are expanding our product lines or providing world-class customer and technical support, our goal remains the same—to help keep animals healthy." Flunixamine is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for use …
KC-Area Domestic Violence Center Opens Pet ShelterJune 15, 2012 The Rose Brooks Center, a Kansas City, Mo.-based family violence agency, in partnership with Bayer Animal Health, opened a shelter to provide lodging for pets of families living at the center’s emergency shelter. The center held a grand opening for the Paws Place pet shelter on Wednesday, featuring an appearance by Hank, a Great Dane that served as inspiration for the pet shelter. Hank suffered two broken ribs and a fractured hip when he protected his owner from her boyfriend. The center allowed Hank to stay despite its “no animal” policy. “Our work every day is to keep families safe and help them rebuild their lives,” said Susan Miller, Rose Brooks Center CEO, “And pets are part of that family too. We’ve simply redefined what ‘family’ means to us.” The shelter provides quarters for up to eight pets per night and is the second of its kind in the United States. <HOME>
Salmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallJune 15, 2012Salmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallSalmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallSalmonella Concerns Prompt Limited Pet Treat RecallMerrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.newsline, recallPosted: August 9, 2011, 2:40 p.m., EDT Merrick has recalled one lot of its Doggie Wishbone treats. Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, yesterday recalled 248 cases of its Doggie Wishbone pet treats because the treats have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. The company is recalling one lot (lot 11031) of its Doggie Wishbone treats, item# 29050, UPC 2280829050, with a "Best By" date of Jan. 30, 2012. The product was shipped to distributors in 10 states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Maryland, New York, Rhode Island and Washington. Those distributors have been notified, according to the company. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration detected salmonella during a routine sampling, a company spokeswoman said. No illnesses have been reported …
AAEVT To Host Wet Labs At AVMA ConventionJune 15, 2012The American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and the San Dieguito Equine Group plan to host a series of wetlabs on Aug. 6, 2012, in conjunction with the American Veterinary Medical Association Convention Aug. 4-7, 2012, in San Diego. The event will be held at the San Dieguito Equine Group’s facilities in San Marcos, Calif., and participants will be eligible for 7 RACE-certified continuing education credits. Lab topics include: Anatomy and Nerve Blocks: Dissection of the Equine Limb; Digital Radiology: Positioning, Equipment; Ultrasound Techniques; and MRI: Demonstration, Image Acquisition, Technician Role. Deadline for mailed registration is July 19, 2012, and only phoned or faxed registration will be taken after that date. The registration form is available here. <HOME>
More Dog Foods Recalled Due To AflatoxinJune 15, 2012 Cargill Animal Nutrition has recalled two regional brands of dog food—River Run and Marksman—due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. The recalled products were manufactured at Cargill’s Lecompte, La., facility between Dec. 1, 2010, and Dec. 1, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association with these products to date, and no other Cargill Animal Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall, Cargill reported. The affected products are: • Professional Formula River Run Hi-NRG 24-20 Dog Food, 50-pound bags • River Run Professional Formula 27-18 Dog Food, 50-pound bags • River Run 21% Protein Dog Food, 40- and 50-pound bags • River Run Hi-Pro No-Soy Dog Food, 40- and 50-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 24% Protein 20% Fat, 40-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 20% Protein 10% Fat, 40- and 50-pound bags • Marksman Dog Food 28% Protein 18% Fat, 40-pound bags The recall only applies to the above products with the following packaging date codes (lot numbers): 4K0335 through 4K0365, LL0335 through LL0365, 4K1001 through 4K1335 and LL1001 through LL1335. The affected dry dog food products were distributed in the following 15 states/territories—Kansas, Missouri, Northeast Oklahoma, …
Feed Recalled On Suspicion Of Toxic Levels Of Monensin SodiumJune 15, 2012 Western Feed LLC recalled two lots of Kountry Buffet 14-percent feed after reports of horses dying as a result of consuming the product, the company reported today. The feed, distributed to retailers in Nebraska and Wyoming from Dec. 2, 2011 through Dec. 15, 2011, may contain the drug monensin sodium (Rumensin), which is approved for use in some livestock and poultry species, but can be fatal to horses if fed at sufficiently high levels, according to the Morrill, Neb.-based company. The recalled lots, M718430 and M720280, are packaged in 50 lb. bags bearing the Payback logo with the attached tag identifying the products as Kountry Buffet 14-percent. The lot number is located toward the bottom of the tag, below the “Feeding Directions.” Retailers have already removed the recalled lots from their stores, according to Western Feed. Initial testing on the horses that died from consuming the feed indicated the presence of a potentially harmful level of monensin sodium in the two recalled lots, the company said, and additional testing is underway. The symptoms of toxicity vary with the amount of monensin ingested by a horse, according to Western Feed. Trace amounts may cause a horse …
More Dog Food Recalled Due To AflatoxinJune 15, 2012 A Louisiana store, Petrus Feed & Seed, voluntarily recalled several lots of dry dog food because they contained aflatoxin above acceptable levels. The food was manufactured at a Cargill plant in LeCompte, La., between Dec. 1, 2010, and Dec. 1, 2011. The recall applies to 21 percent Protein Dog Food, packaged in 40-pound Petrus Feed bags with packaging date codes 4K1011 through 4K1335. The affected dry dog food was sold at Petrus Feed & Seed in Alexandria, La. No adverse health effects related to the food have been reported, and Petrus said it implemented the recall as a precaution. The company urged consumers to return any recalled food to the store for a full refund, regardless of whether the bags are opened or unopened. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mold byproduct. Pets that consumed the recalled product and showed signs of sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, vomiting, a yellowish tint to the eyes or gums, or diarrhea should be seen by a veterinarian, the company said. Wet weather in the Midwest and central United States may have contributed to several companies recalling dry dog food in December because of …
Dog Food Recalled On Salmonella ConcernJune 15, 2012 Diamond Pet Foods of Meta, Mo., voluntarily recalled certain bags of its Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal & Rice dog food on suspicion of salmonella contamination, the company reported today. The food was distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia. No illnesses have been reported with respect to the recalled product. The recalled products are: Product Name Bag Size Production Code “Best Before” Code Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 6 lb. DLR0101D3XALW 04 Jan 2013 Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 20 lb. DLR0101C31XAG 03 Jan 2013 Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 40 lb. DLR0101C31XMF 03 Jan 2013 Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 40 lb. DLR0101C31XAG 03 Jan 2013 Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 40 lb. DLR0101D32XMS 04 Jan 2013 Consumers who purchased bags of the recalled food should discontinue feeding the product and discard it, the …
Iverhart Max Lot Recalled On Efficacy ConcernJune 15, 2012 Virbac Animal Health voluntarily recalled one lot of its canine heartworm and internal parasite preventive Iverhart Max Chewable Tablets (ivermectin, pyrantel pamoate, praziquantel) because the ivermectin failed to meet the company’s stability specifications. Some dogs dosed with tablets from the affected lot (#110482 for large dogs, 50.1 to 100 lbs.) may not be protected against heartworm disease, the company said. The lot number is stamped on the side lid or flap of the product’s box in a white text field and on the blister foil of the individual doses. Virbac, of Fort Worth, Texas, sent letters to veterinary distributors instructing them to cease distribution of the affected lot and to advise veterinary clinics in receipt of the recalled product to cease dispensing it. The other active ingredients in Iverhart were not affected, the company said, meaning the tablets should provide protection against other internal parasites. Virbac tested other lots of Iverhart and confirmed only one lot was affected. No heartworm-related adverse events or illnesses had been reported to Virbac as of late March. If veterinarians see a potentially affected dog, they should contact Virbac Technical Services at 1-800-338-3659 x3052) to discuss testing procedures. If …
