Toxic Jerky Treats

More than 1,000 dog deaths may now be linked to toxic jerky treats, according to a recent update from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The agency said that since 2007, there have been almost 5,000 complaints of pet illnesses related to the treats. The majority of the symptoms reported include gastrointestinal or liver disease, and about a third were linked to kidney and urinary disease.   (more…)

Cats and Baths ? Yes it can be done.

Article provided by Catster

In the wild, there are many big cats that actually enjoy being in the water. Tigers, leopards and lions all like to soak, most likely because their usual habitat is in a hot environment and it helps cool them off. Domestic cats may have evolved to dislike water because most breeds have coats that absorb rather than deflect moisture. It’s harder for them to get dry after they’re soaked.

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Do It Yourself Emergency Kit

There is only one thing we can truly predict about bad weather: It will happen. Your best protection is preparedness. Sign up for Nation Weather Service Wireless Emergency Alerts on your smartphone. Check if yours is compatible at ctia.org; then click on Consumer Info/Wireless Safety.

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Congratulations to LFAC!

 Our request for funding from the Banfield Charitable Trust for our Veterinary Assistance program has been approved. We appreciate this funding so we can reach out to help pets and families in need. Thank you Banfield from the LFAC board of directors and from all the pets that will be helped by this grant.

Our request for funding from the Banfield Charitable Trust for our Veterinary Assistance program has been approved. We appreciate this funding so we can reach out to help pets and families in need. Thank you Banfield from the LFAC board of directors and from all the pets that will be helped by this grant.



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