May 9, 2007 Published weekly by VetLocator.com Welcome!
China has finally begun to take action against those responsible for the contaminated food stuffs behind the pet food scandal, most likely because they see the backlash economically. Still, that is good news and you can read the details in our first story. Next is the delicate problem faced by the FDA. A drug proven dangerous to humans is used by horse owners to successfully treat Cushings disease symptoms. What to do?(story 2). Each week as we review news stories for this newsletter we see dozens having to do with animal abuse, so sickening. An abuse case in Michigan is gaining national attention from both the severity of the crime and severity of the punishment. Read about it in our third news item. Finally, we have an interesting story from Austria. In a case that could set a global legal precedent for granting basic rights to apes, animal rights advocates are seeking to get a male chimpanzee legally declared a person. Our video this week is a montage of funny television clips of animals. Everyone needs daily smiles and this one is good for a few.
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South Florida Sun-Sentinel
China announces detentions linked to U.S. pet deaths China has finally begun to take action on the companies believed to be responsible for the production of the wheat, corn and rice glutens involved in the massive tainted pet food scandle. It vowed Wednesday to crack down on contaminated and sometimes deadly food and drugs after a string of sensational revelations about the safety of Chinese products. Click here to read the full story  WJACTV FDA Pulls Drug Harmful to Humans Leaving Horse Owners Upset A drug used to treat humans with Parkinson's Disease has been pulled off of the market by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Now, horse owners who use the drug Pergolide say that it will leave them unable to treat their horses suffering from Cushing's Syndrome. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Associated Content Why a Michigan Animal Abuse Case is Gaining National Attention Amid growing revelations that suppliers in China frequently spike pet food and other food ingredients with contaminants to boost profits, momentum is building in Washington to bolster the Food and Drug Administration's capacity to detect and screen out adulterated imports. Click here to read the full story Dog Obedience Training Secrets to STOP Your Dog’s Behavior Problems! "Put an End to the Stress and Annoyance of Your Dog Behavior Problems! ...AND Slash Your Dog Obedience Training Time in Half by Using Techniques That Give You Immediate Results!!"Click Here! Houston Chronicle Activists in Austria want chimp declared a 'person' Activists in Austria want a pastry loving, television watching chimp declared a 'person'. Supporters argue he needs that status so he can receive donations and get a guardian. In a case that could set a global legal precedent for granting basic rights to apes, animal rights advocates are seeking to get the 26-year-old male chimpanzee legally declared a "person." Cat Problems? You Won't After Reading This Groundbreaking Book! Solve Your Litter Box, House-Soiling And Feline Aggression Problems Now! Click Here! PET HEALTH QUESTIONS This week's requests for help These pet health questions are answered in our "Ask A Pet Pro" blog. To see the answers to the questions, click on the link under the question.
 VIDEO OF THE WEEK This week's video is a montage of funny clips from various TV shows around the globe. Some of them are very funny :) Enjoy! Advertisers Specials and Great Deals ------Stamps.com is the best way to manage all your mailing needs. Sign up today for a no-risk trial and an $80 offer! ------ Overstock.com is offering great deals for Mom and for yourself. When you consider that gasoline is hovering around $3 a gallon and you may not have to pay sales tax, this is a GREAT way to buy for mom and its just in time for Mother’s Day. Plus, save 25% on gorgeous pearls for Mom. $1 Shipping ------ Home | Privacy Policy | About © 2002-2007 VetLocator.com Vets-N-Pets-N-Stuff. All rights reserved.
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