Archive for December, 2009
Looking back on 2009
Hi everyone,
Looking back on 2009, it was a good year for VetMed Animal Health. We opened the clinic on May 6th, 2009. It was a special day for us and one that we’re very proud of. We’ve had two open houses this year. We’ve done ultrasounds, surgeries, bloodwork, expressed glands ( all kinds ), trimmed nails, cut hair, cleaned teeth, and seen chickens, rats, dogs and cats! We’ve made new friends, reminisced with old and lost some special people along the way. However, we’re still here, and still moving forward.
We promise more of the same in 2010.
From our family to yours, have a safe New Years and we’ll plan on seeing you in 2010.
Closings in loving memory of Mr. Hank Moser
Hank Moser, the loving father of Megan Moser, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2009. The staff of VetMed Animal Health wishes to express our sincere condolences to his wife and surviving family members.
The office will close Monday, December 21, 2009, at 6:00 p.m. to attend visitation with the Moser Family. The office will also close Tuesday, December 22, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for the funeral services. Please call the office number (615) 553-4156 and leave a message on the emergency line if an immediate need for a veterinarian occurs during this time that we are closed. Please restrict this to true emergencies to allow the staff to support and grieve with the Moser Family.
Parking at VetMed
Hi all,
we just wanted to let you all know we are working with the city about changing the parking in front of the building. If you have any pull, let us know! Along those lines, we wanted to let you know that it’s ok to park in the Furniture Unlimited parking lot. Our business has rights to park in that location.
Pig Ear Recall: Salmonella Contamination
FDA Press Release: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger, California.
The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate cross-contamination within batches or lots. Although no illnesses associated with these products have been reported, the FDA is advising consumers in possession of these products to not handle or feed them to their pets.
The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie Delight and Pet Carousel. The affected beef hooves were packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley’s, Doggie Delight, and Pet Carousel. All sizes and all lots of these products made by Pet Carousel are included in this alert.
During September 2009, the FDA conducted routine testing of pig ears made by Pet Carousel. The test results detected a positive reading for Salmonella. This prompted an FDA inspection of Pet Carousel’s manufacturing facilities. During the inspection, the agency collected additional pet treat samples. Further analysis found Salmonella present in beef hooves, pig ears and in the manufacturing environment.
Salmonella can affect both humans and animals. People handling dry pet food and/or pet treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the treats or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Healthy people infected with 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 FDA will continue to investigate this matter to determine the source of the Salmonella contamination and offer updates as appropriate.
Consumers can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food and pet treat products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in their area. You can locate the nearest consumer complaint coordinator at:
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/ReportaProblem/ConsumerComplaintCoordinators/d…