From the monthly archives:

February 2010

Canine Intestinal Blockage | Signs | Symptoms

February 21, 2010
Thumbnail image for Canine Intestinal Blockage | Signs | Symptoms

In our previous post about Zadock’s struggle with an intestinal obstruction, we followed the story of a young yellow lab through his diagnosis, surgery and recovery. Za was a lucky puppy. Not only has Za made a full recovery, he now has a new little sister, shown in the photo with him.
In this post, we [...]

Read the full article →

Nature’s Variety Issues Nationwide Recall On Certain Raw Frozen Chicken Diets

February 16, 2010
Thumbnail image for Nature’s Variety Issues Nationwide Recall On Certain Raw Frozen Chicken Diets

Freckled Paws has been alerted of a new nationwide pet food recall. The following story is reprinted from US Recall News:
Nature’s Variety has recalled their Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diet for dogs and cats with a “Best If Used By” date of 11/10/10 because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The only products affected [...]

Read the full article →

Canine Intestinal Blockage | A Good Friend’s Story

February 11, 2010
Yellow lab

My dear friend Sue contacted me the other morning very concerned about her new puppy, Zadok. She informed me Za had been vomiting and couldn’t keep anything down. Za, also, was in apparent pain and was lethargic. I advised Sue to bring him in right away.
Za’s Story of canine intestinal obstruction
After arriving at the clinic, [...]

Read the full article →