In this issue: Cats Aren’t Loners For millennia, cats have been considered “loners” and “aloof.” But it’s absolutely not true. Recent research shows that cats can be just as affectionate and social as dogs; they just have different ways of showing it. One human behavior often… Read more → Holiday Safety for Cats and Dogs The holidays can be a stressful and even dangerous time for our cats. Normal routines are upset, visitors come and go, and overly tempting smells may be coming from the kitchen! The Christmas tree is ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites Donate litter to cat shelters! Coconut oil is not for cats Fire safety for cats Studies show that Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) works More on the downside of fish Dirty deeds with pet treats 2. Science Notes Second opinion may only provide confusion Less pain = longer life New white paper on manufactured pet food Hope for vaccine-induced cancer Can cat poop cure cancer? Third-hand smoke may cause cancer 3. Rabies Challenge Fund Update 4. Epigenetics News Bites Donate litter to shelters: World's Best Cat Litter ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites GMO dangers Seeking humans who are allergic to cats Pet Cancer Awareness Month Feline fitness More on jerky treats Is Purina the best cat food? 2. Science Notes Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Red meat allegy from tick bite? 3. Animal Pain 1. News Bites GMO dangers: While scientists continue to debate whether genetically modified organisms are good or bad, there's one thing for sure: GMO crops are heavily sprayed with Monsanto's Roundup weed killer, which contains the toxic chemical glyphosate (as well as other "inert" ingredients ...

Sign up to have this newsletter delivered right to your email inbox! → In this issue: 1. News Bites February is Pet Dental Health Month! How People Choose Cat Food Recent Cat Food Recalls Jerky Treats Back on the Shelf--and Still a Problem Pet Food Safety Info Rabies on Staten Island 2. Science News Thiamine Too Low in Many Canned Cat Foods  Cancer-Causing Viruses Found in Wild and Domestic Cats New Concerns about Toxic Ocean Fish Cat Bites Can Be Serious 3. Carrageenan: A Controversial Cat Food Additive Who'd have thought that ...

NOTE: This was reposted in January 2014 because the original was accidentally deleted in a fit of organizational zeal! - Editor In this issue: 1. News Bites Vacation Destinations for Cat Lovers Crazy Cat-Related Patents See the World Through Cats’ Eyes Cats Stealing Dog Beds FDA and Pet Food 2. Science Notes Cats = 85% Tiger Gut Bacteria and Cancer A Calorie is NOT Just a Calorie 3. Vets are Ignoring Vaccine Makers’ Warnings 4. Legendary Herbs for Pet Health 1. News Bites Vacation Destinations for Cat Lovers: CNN has ...

News Bites New Feline Vaccination Guidelines Traveling with Pets Paw Project Launches Colorado Campaign Finally - Tighter Regulations on Kitten and Puppy Mills Winter's Coming - Are Your Pets Ready? Science Notes Less Diversity in Gut Bacteria Increases Obesity and Disease Risk Antibiotics are Good for Bad Bacteria Common Feline Anesthetic May Cause Brain Damage How Homeopathy Works Low-Carb Diets Protect Against Diabetes Whether and When: Compassionate Thoughts On Euthanasia News Bites New Feline Vaccination Guidelines: The American Association of Feline Practitioners just released an update to its 2006 guidelines ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites Paw Project: The Movie! Vegan Diet Nearly Kills Kitten Obesity-Related Diseases in Cats Rhode Island Bans Declaw Requirement for Tenants Dolphin Rights 2. Science Notes Fish Oil Fakery Hope for Allergy Sufferers Another Problem with Outdoor Cats 3. Report from the AAFCO Annual Meeting 1. News Bites Paw Project: the Movie! The Paw Project has finally released its dramatic, hour-long movie about cat declawing! The film follows Dr. Jennifer Conrad's career as veterinarian to animal movie stars; how she began doing surgical repairs on the ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites: Fat cat prompts cruelty charges Iceland hunting whales for dog food Internet vet loses license over online advice Children die in hot cars--and so do pets! Remember what it was like before you had a cat? Class action suit over toxic treats will proceed 2. Science Notes: Marine Omega-3s show benefit in asthma Cell damage from common antibiotics can be mitigated by antioxidants Exercise helps brain cope with stress How coronavirus mutates into FIP Your cat isn't ignoring you, he's just waiting for you ...

CatsWalk Newsletter April 2013 by Jean Hofve, DVM Library of Congress ISSN #1550-0764 Please note:  This newsletter is emailed only to current subscribers through Get Response, but please feel free to forward it to friends! If you got it from a friend and would like your own subscription, please use the link at the bottom of the page.  For easier reading online click here In this Issue: 1. NewsBites Stay away from Chinese chicken New poison puts pets at risk Most vets prefer dogs "Safe" antifreeze Does your music annoy your ...

*Yes, we know it's February and we're a little late...but we were waiting for some important info on Jackson's book! In this issue: 1. News Bites February is National Pet Dental Health Month Cats and rats team up Lawsuit claims puppies have souls Social networking for animals? LCTI for treating feline leukemia Ticklish critters Extra pounds put pressure on pet health More bad news about fat Even more bad news about fat Good news about exercise FDA caves to Big Pharma (again) 2. Preservatives in Pet Food and Treats 3. ...

Happy Holidays! In this issue: 1. News Bites Little Big Cat is "best cat website" of 2011! Israel bans cat declawing Pet theft on the rise FDA looking for Salmonella Jack the JFK Cat is gone Texas court rules in favor of sentimental value for dog Pet food causing feline dental disease? Do animals know right from wrong? Miami area cats poisoned by antifreeze November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month Holiday Reminders 2. Dr. Jean Takes on More Absurd Experts! a. "Is Natural Pet Food Better?" b. "I Found the ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites Little Big Cat wins award! Florida cats being poisoned. Jack, the cat lost and found in JFK airport, is sick RIP feline leukemia pioneer William Jarrett More swine flu news Flu vaccine for people doesn't work 2. Are Cats Medically Underserved? 3. Holiday Safety Tips Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to keep up with important news about cats (and dogs)! 1. News Bites Little Big Cat wins award! The Cat Writers' Association has awarded Little Big Cat a Certificate of Excellence for 2011, ...

Please note:  This newsletter is emailed only to current subscribers, but please feel free to forward it to friends! Click here to get your own subscription. To unsubscribe, please click here or use the link at the bottom of the page. In this issue: 1. News Bites Milk Bones Dog Biscuits "Pulled" Graeme, the new Railway Cat? AVMA Lobbies against Consumer Fairness Potential Sterilizing Vaccine for Feral Cats Studying Intestinal Cancer in Cats Not Enough Vaccines for You? More Coming! Develop a Genetic Treatment for an Environmental Disease 2. Top ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites Recall of ground turkey across the West Wolverines killing cats in British Columbia Manufacturer runs out of heartworm drug Click to donate cat litter to shelters! "New" Avian Flu will destroy all life on Earth...or not? Microchip Cat Door limits access 2. New "Thyroid Diet" for Cats 3. Basic Cancer Prevention and Treatment 1. News Bites Recall of ground turkey across the West. More than 100 people became ill, and at least one died, from eating ground turkey contaminated with antibiotic-resistant Salmonella. The problem ...

In this issue: 1. News Bites Purina ONE dry cat food recalled Kitten survives washing machine ordeal Mountain lion's long walk ends in Connecticut Cat winning as "Biggest Loser" 2. Keep Your Indoor Cat Happy and Healthy 3. Cat TV 1. News Bites Purina ONE cat food recall: Nestlé Purina has issued a recall on Salmonella-contaminated dry cat food, specifically Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ in 3.5 an 7 lb. bags. The recall is limited to four particular lots of food (click here for details, or visit http://nestlepurina.com/2011_NestlePurinaRecallsPurinaOneVibrantMaturity.aspx.) The cat food was ...