On the last day of April, several dozen epidemiologists, laboratory diagnosticians, clinical nutritionists, toxicologists, pathologists, and other veterinary specialists held a conference call to provide a forum for discussion of the animal health aspects of the pet food adulteration and recall. On the last day of April, several dozen epidemiologists, laboratory diagnosticians, clinical nutritionists, toxicologists, pathologists, and other veterinary specialists held a conference call to...

Co-Exist With Coyotes Tips From Georgia DNR posted May 4, 2007 The distinctive call of the coyote or "song dog" can be heard all across our state - from the more welcoming rural areas of wooded forests and open fields to the less inviting backyards of metro Atlanta neighborhoods. Co-Exist With Coyotes Tips From Georgia DNR posted May 4, 2007 The distinctive call of the coyote or "song dog" can be heard all across our state - from the more welcoming rural areas of wooded forests and open...

Food and Drug Administration cited the firms as the source of pet food ingredients tainted with melamine, a chemical used in plastics, fertilizers and flame retardants. Adding it to feed makes it appear to be higher in protein, bringing a better price for the makers of feed for stock animals such as pigs, chickens and fish as well as companies that make food for household pets. China vowed Wednesday to crack down on contaminated food and drugs following a massive pet food recall in the U....

Pet owners who have purchased the pet foods listed above should immediately discontinue using the products and return them to the place of purchase for full refund. Pet owners should consult with a veterinarian if they have any health concerns with their pet. The recall of these products is precautionary due to the possibility of cross-contamination. No illnesses or injuries related to these products have been reported to date. Kansas City infoZine News - Chenango Valley Pet Foods Expands...

In fact, the plant may actually be more mature than the visual growth stage would indicate resulting in a lower feed value compared to other cuttings. Using the PEAQ stick, simply measure the height of the tallest stem in a one-square-foot area, determine maturity stage of the most mature stem in the same area and read the value printed on the PEAQ stick to quickly and accurately estimate the alfalfa quality in the field. There are several reasons why it is important to monitor the quality...