December 11, 2009 | Filed Under Health Care, bones, chewing, dogs | No Comments
The FDA has issued a release stating that Pet Carousel has issued a recall of a number of its pig ears and beef hooves. These products were recalled after several samples tested by the FDA tested positive for Salmonella. Pets and humans can contract Salmonella if they have come in contact with contaminated product.
Humans who contract salmonella may experience some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart), arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their health care provider immediately.
Pets with Salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed any of the affected products or is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.
The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie Delight, Pork Tasteez and Pet Carousel. The affected beef hooves were packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley’s, Doggie Delight, and Pet Carousel. You can see a complete list of the recalled products at the FDA. Consumers with questions may contact Pet Carousel at 800-231-3572. Recalled products should not be fed to pets and handled as little as possible; they should be returned to the store where they were purchased immediately. If you have handled contaminated product, wash your hands thoroughly to help prevent becoming infected or spreading the bacteria.
May 22, 2009 | Filed Under animals, bones, chewing, dogs | 1 Comment
Dr. Marty Becker has been a practicing veterinarian for over 30 years. He is a well-known and widely published author and columnist who also makes frequent appearances on “Good Morning America.” He is an animal lover who, like everyone at Petlane, “is always looking for new, breakthrough products to help pets and the people who love them.”
We at Petlane were pretty excited to see that the Bristle Bone, one of our favorite new products (it was introduced to our line in August of 2008), made Dr. Becker’s list of ”Dr. Becker’s BEST: 2008 breakthrough products for pets and those who love them“ “It’s important to reduce or eliminate the mind-numbing boredom from just eating food out of a bowl. Boredom equals behavioral problems, and behavioral problem may mean a homeless pet,” writes Dr. Becker. Bristle Bone helps reduce boredom by offering a chewing challenge! It also features nylon bristles and rubber nubs that help keep teeth clean and gums healthy. The Bristle Bone is available in two sizes and is recommended for dogs 20lbs. and up.
May 9, 2008 | Filed Under bones, chewing, dogs, pets | No Comments
Whether you have a brand new puppy or a faithful old friend, one of the best things you can do for your dog is provide him with a chew bone or chew toy/treat of his very own. Aside from being just plain fun, bones provide important benefits:
•Bones improve dental health by helping to scrape away plaque, control tartar buildup, and maintain gum health. This diminishes bad breath, keeps teeth whiter, and reduces the risk of potentially serious dental problems.
•Bones provide stimulating activity by entertaining your dog for hours and keeping his mind stimulated. This is especially important for older dogs who may not be as active.
•Bones satisfy your dog’s innate urge to chew, helping you to avoid destructive (and frequently expensive) chewing behavior from both puppies and adult dogs.
•If you have a puppy, bones relieve your puppy’s teething pain, and stimulate the growth of adult teeth.
•When choosing what bones to carry, Petlane makes safety and quality their top priorities. We purchase from a company that does not allow any chemicals or preservatives to be used on the bones, uses only FDA food grade natural flavorings, and supplies only USDA inspected products. Our bones will not permanently stain your carpet – any spots can be easily removed with standard carpet cleaner. Go ahead, give your dog a bone and satisfy your dog’s innate need to chew – safely. Note that for safety reasons dogs should never be left unattended with a bone.
