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11/26/2017

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kibbles n bits
Ingredients: Corn, soybean meal, beef and bone meal, ground wheat, animal fat (BHA used as preservative), corn syrup, wheat middlings, water sufficient for processing, animal digest(source of chicken flavor), propylene glycol, salt, hydrochloric acid, potassium chloride,caramel color, peas, sorbic acid (used as a preservative), sodium carbonate, minerals (ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite), vitamins (vitamin E supplement, vitamin A supplement, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement), choline chloride, calcium sulfate, wheat flour, carrots, green beans, titanium dioxide (color), yellow 5, yellow 6, red 40,BHA (used as a preservative), blue 1, dl-methionine

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Evangers grain free chicken
Ingredients: De-boned chicken, sweet potato, chicken meal (a source of glucosamine), chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols, a source of vitamin E), fish meal, ground flax seed, pumpkin, yeast culture, alfalfa meal, natural chicken flavor, fruits and vegetables (carrots, peas, tomato, celery, beet, parsley, lettuce, watercress, spinach, cranberries, blueberries), potassium chloride, dried egg, kelp meal (Ascophyllum nodosum), New Zealand green mussel, eggshell meal, vitamins and minerals [vitamin E supplement, zinc amino acid chelate, iron amino acid chelate, selenium yeast, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin A supplement, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate (source of vitamin B5), copper amino acid chelate, manganese sulfate, thiamine mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), biotin, manganese amino acid chelate, magnesium amino acid chelate, riboflavin supplement (source of vitamin B2), vitamin D3 supplement, calcium iodate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), lecithin, dried chicory root, cobalt carbonate, hydrolyzed yeast (source of beta-glucans), dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus fermentum fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product (Lactosacc™ - probiotics), taurine, Yucca schidigera extract, glucosamine HCL, chondroitin sulfate (natural mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract

11/20/2017

Yay Denver for banning cat declawing !!!!!!!!

11/20/2017

Cat declawing ban passes unanimously in Denver

Cat declawing ban passes unanimously



The proposed bill that would ban declawing cats passed unanimously on Monday during a Denver City Council meeting.

Krystyna Biassou and Kristen Aguirre, KUSA 6:21 PM. MST November 14, 2017

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KUSA - The proposed bill that would ban declawing catspassed unanimously on Monday during a Denver City Council meeting.

Declawing, or onychectomy, is the operation to remove an animal's claws surgically. All or most of the last bone of each of the ten front toes is removed, and tendons, nerves and ligaments that allow for normal function of the paw are severed.

If performed on a human being, declawing would be like cutting off each finger at the last knuckle.

Jen Weston, a vet technician and part owner of Northfield Veterinary Hospital, was a big advocate for Denver's new declawing ban.

"I think it's huge for cats to finally get their recognition, that they have pain and their medical care really matters," she said.

Weston has been working with animals since she was 16 years old, but says declawing was more common when she first got into this business.

(Photo: Kelly Doty)

Many vets say not only is it painful, it can cause some long-term behavioral problems, which sometimes impact animal shelter population.

"When you declaw a cat, they're more prone to have some of those behaviors like urinating inappropriately, biting things that will lead people to relinquish them into the shelters," Weston said. "To a certain extent, scratching is an appropriate behavior for cats and when you take that behavior away, you're more apt to see more behavioral issues start to come out."

Weston says in California, where the ban is also in place, they've seen a drop in the number of cats dropped off at shelters.

Vincent the cat. (Photo: Mallory Davis/KUSA)

The ordinance is effective immediately.

In the U.S., declawing is prohibited in the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Berkeley, Beverly Hills, Culver City, West Hollywood, and Burbank.

Denver is the first city outside of California to enforce a declawing ban. Right now, New York and New Jersey are considering similar bills

11/18/2017

Keep your furry friends healthy and happy this fall!

Dog Checkups & Preventive Care

Ahhh, Fall! This time of year means football, crisp air, colorful foliage and even, depending on where you live, a little bit of snow. It’s a great time to get outside with your pet; for a dog, there’s nothing like a romp in the leaves, while for cats, midday sunbeams have never felt better as the days get shorter and the nights get colder. When it comes to keeping your pet healthy and helping him enjoy fall to the fullest, there are some things to keep in mind. Read on for our top fall pet tips.

#1. Watch out for ticks in fall
Just because fall is here doesn’t mean that ticks aren’t still lurking. In fact, according to the University of Rhode Island, many species of ticks are active even into the winter and can survive the first frost. Here are some tips to keep your pet tick-free this fall:

Don’t let ticks cozy up. Eliminate their favorite environments, such as leaf and garden litter, where ticks can sometimes survive even into winter.Check for ticks frequently.Continue using tick control and repellent products, especially if you spend a lot of time outdoors with your pet enjoying activities like hiking, camping, or hunting.Ask your veterinarian about regular screening for tick-borne infections. (The Companion Animal Parasite Council recommends screening annually for tick-borne infections.)

[Learn about tick disease in your area.]

#2. Beware rat poison and other rodenticides
Fall is the time of year when mice, rats, and other rodents start to scurry for warmth. And where do they find it? You guessed it – your home!

Be careful when it comes to mouse traps and rodenticides like rat and mouse poison. Nobody wants an infestation of mice, but many poisons that are currently on the market can be very harmful to dogs and cats. Direct ingestion can be deadly. Make sure you talk to your veterinarian about methods of pest control that are safe for your pets.

Even if you don’t have a rodent problem or choose to deal with mice and rats humanely using live traps, you never know what methods your neighbors are using. The carcasses of rodents that have been killed by rodenticides can also be dangerous, so if you see the telltale tail dangling from your pet’s mouth, make sure he drops it and keep an eye on him, and if you think your pet has eaten any of the rodent, contact your veterinarian immediately.

#3. There is a fungus amongus!
In some regions of the country, fall is just as wet as spring. That means that more mushrooms dot backyards and forest floors. While most mushrooms are perfectly safe, there’s a small percentage that are highly toxic to our furry friends (and to us!). Check out this handy guide from the ASPCA to stay informed about toxic mushrooms, and if you think your pet has gobbled up a toxic mushroom, contact the ASCPA Animal Poison Control Center immediately!

#4. Feed your pet right
It’s getting colder out there, and cool temperatures mean more energy is needed to stay warm. You’ll probably need to feed your pet a bit more food – food generates body heat, so pets who spend a lot of time exercising outdoors need to eat more than in the summer. However, don’t start dishing out more food just yet – make sure you talk to your veterinarian first, as every pet’s needs are different.

#5. Watch out for antifreeze toxicity
In preparing for the winter months ahead, people tend to use fall to winterize their cars. This often involves changing fluids such as antifreeze, which can be deadly for pets. Consider this: one to two teaspoons of the stuff can kill a 10-pound dog! Less can kill a 10-pound cat.1

Part of the problem is ethylene glycol, a substance in antifreeze that has a sickly-sweet smell that entices pets to lap it up. That’s why it’s important to clean up spills immediately and make sure your pets steer clear of the garage while you’re working on your vehicle. Read our in-depth article to learn more about the dangers of antifreeze and other automotive fluids.

#6. Beware chocolate and hearty foods
The fall and winter parallel our holiday seasons, when we ramp up our intake of hearty, heavy foods and sweets. It’s important to make sure your pets don’t get into any foods that can make them sick; for dogs, this means chocolate, grapes, and raisins are off limits because they are toxic.

Just because some foods aren’t technically considered toxic to pets doesn’t mean they’re safe. Rich, high-fat foods can cause stomach problems such as diarrhea and gastroenteritisand even more serious conditions like pancreatitis. Also, think about small food items that can be choking hazards, like turkey bones around Thanksgiving. Talk to your veterinarian to make sure you know what’s safe and what’s not.

#7. Be careful with decorations
Holidays mean decorations! But be careful about leaving irregularly shaped objects and trinkets around the house. While you might like to get into the seasonal spirit, dogs and cats do too – in the form of sampling, say, decorative gourds or other fall props. Eating strange objects can be dangerous and lead to foreign body obstruction. Learn what to watch for, including symptoms, in our in-depth article about foreign body ingestion.

If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets.

1. Information obtained from "Position Statement on the Use of Taste Aversive Additives in Antifreeze," ASPCA, Web Access 24 Oct. 2012.

11/17/2017

Ever see a little kittenwrinkle its nose and let out with a cutesneeze? It sounds sort of like “Pfft!” and may or may not be accompanied by a few droplets.

We all sneeze on occasion for what is seemingly no reason. As you might imagine, If your cat sneezes once in a while, and is otherwise active and normal, it is probably nothing to worry about. However, if your cat’s sneezes are more than occasional or are accompanied by blood or mucus, or if your cat has a concurrent discharge from his eyes or also has a cough, the sneeze may be a sign of more significant problems.

Whether you’re concerned, or just curious, read on for some possible reasons why your kitty might sneeze:

1. A simple, benign tickle
This may be the most obvious cause for sneezing. A simple tickle in the cat’s nose, such as a bit of dust or a mild chemical irritant, can cause a reflexive sneeze. Think of the animated cat that sneezes when he inhales a bit of pepper. This kind of sneezing is not unlike scratching a tickle or an itch.

2. Respiratory infections
Another common cause of sneezing is associated with a respiratory infection, most often aviral infection. That’s right, our feline friends can get colds too! Likely infectious diseases include:

Herpes virusCalicivirusChlamydia infectionsBacterial infections such as Mycoplasma

Less commonly seen fungal infections can also cause sinus disease that results in nasal inflammation. Viral respiratory infections may be accompanied by a cough and even more commonly by excessive tearing or discharge accumulating in the eyes.

3. Chemical irritants
On occasion a noxious smell or chemical fumes associated with various solvents can produce inflammation of the membranes of the nose and sinuses. Sneezing is the body’s way of ridding itself of that irritation. Some cats can also be sensitive to inhaled to***co smoke, perfumes and various chemicals.

[Learn more about second hand smoke in pets here.]

4. Foreign bodies
Nasal foreign bodies such as blades of grass or grass awns can find their way into the nasal cavity. The result is first, irritation and if the object is not expelled (“sneezed out”), there is a likelihood of a nasal infection.

5. Dental disease
Dental disease can cause sneezing particularly involving root infections. Infections of the feline tooth can allow bacteria to establish in the nasal sinus with resulting inflammationand sneezing.

6. Allergies to pollens
Pollen allergies are much less common in cats than in people, but are not unheard of either.

7. Intranasal vaccines
Vaccines that fight against respiratory infections frequently cause sneezing for a few days after they are administered. The sneezing generally lasts for only a few days and goes away on its own, requiring no treatment.

If your cat sneezes only occasionally, no treatment is generally needed. However, if your cat has other symptoms such as discharge from the nose and eyes, the presence of blood or mucus in the nose, decreased activity or loss of appetite, have your cat examined by your veterinarian.

If you have any questions or concerns, you should always visit or call your veterinarian – they are your best resource to ensure the health and well-being of your pets

11/01/2017

Felines were meant to rule so why not give your little carnivore a diet she can thrive on! This month at Dusty Saddle Feed & Supply we are proud to feature Pure Vita Duck & Red Lentil cat food as our food of the month! Whether you have a finicky eater or a cat with health needs this food is a wonderful choice for your little lion. It is a grain free formula and provides a great balance of essential nutrients. If you purchase a 6.6lb bag you will receive 3 dollars off of your next purchase! Please contact our food specialists for more information via our website.