Pet Health & Safety

Recall: Freshpet Dog Food

Freshpet Dog Food issues voluntary recall for a single lot of dog food.
Your Dog’s Poop: What Do You Know?

Ok, we admit talking about your dog’s poop is not the most pleasant of topics. But did you know that your dog’s…
Recall: Fromm Four-Star Shredded Entrée Canned Dog Foods

NOTE: We try our best to bring you the important pet food recalls as they happen but it’s not always possible. We…
Moving with pets? 15 Tips you need!

Are you moving into a new home? Without a doubt, moving with pets can be stressful (for you and them!). The new…
OUCH! How to stop your puppy from biting!

They are cute, adorable and cuddly WITH tiny little razors for teeth! If you are dealing with a new puppy who is…
Guest Blog: What’s New In Poo?

Ever been woken up at three in the morning by the cold nose of your dog, whining to go out? On the…
GUEST BLOG: 5 Dog Safety Tips for Fall

As summer eases into Fall, it’s still important to remain vigilant about your canine’s safety while you’re sharing fun and adventurous activities…
RECALL: Sunshine Mills Dog Food Products

Symptoms of Illness from Aflatoxin Consumption Dogs that consumed any of the recalled products and are exhibiting the following symptoms should…
RECALL: Carnivora Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs and Cats

On June 15, 2020, a voluntary recall for Carnivora Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs and Cats was issued. This recall is unique…
RECALL: Icelandic Plus Dog & Cat Treats

Thankfully, it’s been pretty quiet when it comes to product recalls for our beloved pets. However, on Monday, March 23rd, the FDA…
Think You Know the Symptoms of K9 Urinary Tract Infections? Think again!

“My dog is acting nuts,” I told the vet’s office lady over the phone. “What do you mean?” “She’s not behaving normal…
Dog CPR: How to Do It Safely

No one likes to expect the unexpected. But when you’re faced with a life-threatening emergency requiring K9 CPR, proper preparation may be…
Guest Blog: 11 Christmas Risks for Dogs

Christmas is a time to have fun, indulge and celebrate! Since our pets are such an important part of our family, it’s…
Guest Blog: Ideas for Local Animal Shelters During the Holidays

It’s December and the Season for Giving! It’s also a wonderful time to think about our local animal shelters. For…
If You Own a Dog, Are You Aware of this Suffocation Risk?

I thought I had heard it all when it comes to the trouble our dogs (and even cats) can get into. Well,…
Dr. Peter Dobias: Why Raw Food is Good For Your Dog

Source: http://recipemaker.peterdobias.com
Is it Safe to Handle Your Pet’s Raw Food?

As the debate rages on about whether a raw diet* is good or not for our pets, below is an interesting study…
Guest Blog: Shave Your Dog! Truth or Myth?

When a man decides not to shave his face – it’s usually for an admirable reason, like No-Shave November (designed to raise…
RECALL: Texas Tripe Raw Pet Food

The USDA (US Food and Drug Administration) issues a recall alert on August 14th regarding 35 frozen lots of Texas Tripe Raw…
Guest Blog: Should You Feed Your Dog a Raw Diet?

With the recent flurry of recalls and news stories about potential links of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) to grain-free pet foods, more pet…
RECALL: Bulk Pig Ears Recalled in 33 States

UPDATE: The CDC has expanded its investigation to 27 states regarding the outbreak of human Salmonella infections because of contaminated bulk pig…
RECALL: Thogersen Family Farm Pet Food

On April 4th, the Thogersen Family Farm (Stanwood WA) issued a voluntary recall for some of their frozen raw pet food. The…
RECALL: Nestlé Purina PetCare: Muse Wet Cat Food

While Cold Noses News typically focuses on all things canine, we do have a huge soft spot for our felines, especially when…
RECALL: Darwin’s Natural Dog Food (What You Need to Know)

Yesterday, on March 26th, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to dog owners to avoid feeding 3 separate…
El Paso County Colorado: Rabies Resurface After 45 Years

After 45 years (1974), a canine has tested positive for rabies in El Paso County in the state of Colorado. Thanks to…
RECALL: Hill’s Pet Food Recall Is Expanded

Hill’s Pet Nutrition (of Topeka, KS) expanded its voluntary recall of January 31st to include canned dog food products due to the…
Happy New Year to Dogs and Their Owners!

The New Year celebrations are right around the corner. As you’re making plans for your end-of-the-year parties and resolutions, be sure to…
RECALLS: A Look at 10 Years of Pet Food Recalls

An in-depth look by Susan Thixton of TruthAboutPetFood.com at the past ten years of Pet Food and Treat recalls and what we…
RECALL: Nutrisca Dry Dog Food

Nutrisca (St Louis, MO) is voluntarily recalling one formula of their dry dog food (Chicken and Chickpea). The recall was issued due to…
RECALL: Natural Life Dry Dog Food

Natural Life Pet Products (St Louis, MO) is voluntarily recalling its Chicken & Potato dry dog food in 17.5 lb bags. The…
RECALL: Performance Dog Frozen Raw Pet Food

Bravo Packing, Inc. (of Carneys Point, NJ) has issued a voluntary recall for two products: Performance Dog in the 2-lb and 5-lb…
RECALL: Steve’s Real Food

Steve’s Real Food (of Salt Lake City, UT) issued a voluntary recall on September 7th for 3 separate product lots: Turducken Recipe…
RECALL: G & C Raw

G & C Raw, LLC (of Versailles, OH) issued a recall on August 6th for two of their products, 1-lb containers of…
K9 Etiquette in Public: 101

Dog ownership is a popular way of life in the United States. With an estimated 89.7 million dogs owned (as of 2017 according…
RECALL: Dave’s Pet Food

Dave’s Pet Food (Agawam, MA) has issued a voluntary recall (in cooperation with the FDA) of a single lot of their 95%…
Fido, I Love You; but STOP Jumping on People!

For a passionate dog lover, there’s nothing better than coming home after a rough day and being greeted by a happy and jumping Fido.…
RECALL: Merrick Beef Dog Treats

Merrick Pet Care (Amarillo, TX) has issued a voluntary recall of five production codes of their beef treat products. The recalled products…
RECALLS: The Dog Food Recalls Continue …

Recent recalls include products made by: K9 Natural Vital Essentials OC Raw Dog Below are the latest recalls since our last blog…
RECALLS: What You MUST Know

(Note: We’ve been trying to publish this post since February. But with the constant barrage of recalls, it’s been almost impossible to…
RECALL: Just Food for Dogs

Just Food for Dogs has issued their first-ever recall after a report from a customer of vomiting and diarrhea after her dogs…
New Year’s Eve and Your Dog

Now that Christmas has moved on, it’s time to give some thought to the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebrations … and your…
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Poinsettia … Holiday Friend or Foe?

The holidays are coming! Trees, decorations and beautiful, festive plants are appearing everywhere! But, if you have dogs in your home, are…
Beware the Dangers of Fall for Your Dog.

Ahh, fall is in the air! Beautiful foliage and temperatures that have dropped. But don’t let down your guard when it comes…
Help! My Pet Just Ate Something Bad for Them!

We’re SO excited to be a Featured Blogger on Grandma Lucy’s blog especially in time for Halloween! Go check out our guest…
K9 Dental Products: What You Must Know

As is typical throughout life, not all things are created equal. Including the dental products being created and advertised for our beloved…
Blue-Green Algae: Safe for Your Dog?

It’s summertime and after a long and challenging winter, the warm temperatures and summer activities feel wonderful! But, if your dog joins…
Foxtails: Tiny but Deadly

They are typically called Foxtails (bushy spikelets or spikelet clusters that resemble a fox’s tail) or Grass Awns (bristle-like fibers). They are present…
RECALL: Loving Pets Air-Puffed Dog Treats

Loving Pets, a New Jersey-based manufacturer of pet treats located in Cranbury, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of dog treats for…
RECALL: Rawhide Chews: Multiple Brands

Still feeding your dog rawhide chews? Then this recall is for you. United Pet Group, a division of Spectrum Brands, Inc., is…
THE Most Toxic Plant to Your Dog (and kids)

(Note: We’ve reposted this article because of the very wet winter and spring (and subsequent flooding), this deceptive-looking plant is flourishing in wet…
Summer and Rattlesnakes .. Protect Your Dog!

Just in case ticks, mosquitos, blue -green algae, composts, mulch and fertilizers don’t pose enough dangers to your dog, now there’s one…
RECALL: SmallBatch Pets Frozen Pet Food

Smallbatch Pets Inc., of Portland, Oregon, is recalling two specific lots of its frozen bags of 2lb Chicken Blend (for dogs and cats) due…
The Symptoms of K9 Heartworm Disease

Below are the typical symptoms of heartworm disease. However, by the time these symptoms become apparent in your dog, the disease –…
RECALL: Cocolicious Canned Dog Food

Party Animal, Inc., of West Hollywood, CA, is recalling specific lots of two varieties of its Cocolicious Canned Dog Foods because each tested…
Springtime is Here and so are 5 Hazards to your Dog

Finally the effects of Old Man Winter are melting away and giving way to the beauty and warmer temperatures of springtime! But…
RECALL: Pig Ears for Potential Salmonella

EuroCan Manufacturing of Ontario, Canada, is voluntarily recalling one lot of its Barnsdale Farms® Pig Ears due to the potential presence of…
RECALLS: Blue Buffalo and Wellness for Dogs

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain Recipe Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs. The…
RECALL: Blue Buffalo/Blue Wilderness Wet Dog Food Cups

Blue Buffalo has issued a voluntary recall of 17 varieties of their wet dog food products in the USA and Puerto Rico.…
Don’t Brush off Your Dog’s Dental Health

It’s Pet Dental Health Month; do you show your dog regular dental love? Halitosis (bad breath) – whether it’s human or canine…
UPDATED: A Pug Story You MUST Read BEFORE You Feed YOUR Dog.

FEBRUARY 3RD UPDATE: EVANGERS HAS ISSUED A VOLUNTARY RECALL FOR THEIR HUNK OF BEEF CANNED DOG FOOD. READ MORE AT: http://tinyurl.com/hpc8deu. This is Talula’s…
RECALL: Frozen Blue Ridge Turkey Pet Food

Blue Ridge Beef has issued another voluntary recall; this time for one of its raw, frozen turkey products due to possible contamination…
Keeping Fido Safe this New Year’s Eve by Planning Ahead

Now Christmas has come and gone, it’s time to start planning your festivities to ring in the New Year! With some planning…
RECALL: Frozen Blue Ridge Beef

Blue Ridge Beef is voluntarily recalling two of its frozen products due to potential contamination with salmonella and/or listeria. The recall includes…
BEFORE You Hire that Holiday Dog Sitter …

The holidays are fast approaching which means dog owners will be looking for dog-sitters to watch over their furry family members. But,…
Is YOUR Dog’s Breed Prone to Obesity?

Even though the official “National Pet Obesity Awareness Day” has now passed; as responsible dog owners, we all need to remain mindful of the…
RECALL: CESAR® Classics Filet Mignon

Today, Mars Petcare US announced a voluntary recall of a limited number of CESAR® Classics Filet Mignon Flavor product. This includes both…
THE Most Toxic Plant to Your Dog

It may look soft, delicate and even docile, but this wildflower is one of the most toxic – and fast acting – plants…
RECALL: Addiction Foods Canned Dog Food

On September 8th, Addiction Foods of Seattle, WA, announced it was doing a recall of two…
Dog-lovers: Inquiring Minds Want to Know!

At Cold Noses News, we are always working our paws to the bone to figure out how to best serve you, our…
The Sugar-Free K9 Nightmare: Xylitol

Most dog owners know that chocolate, onions, raisins and alcohol (to name a few) are bad, even dangerous, for our beloved canines.…
Is the Chlorine in Your Pool K9-Safe?

In our July Cold Noses Newsletter, we talked about the top 3 summer dangers for your dog; sunburn, ear mites and the fact…
If You Own a Dog, Should You Mulch?

It’s that time of year, yard work and landscaping are going on everywhere! But if you own dogs, should you use mulch?…
Protect Your Dog and Pets Before the Fireworks!

Most humans love fireworks. But, for many of our pets, the 4th of July is a frightening time. Exploding bright lights and…
Have Pets? Be Prepared for an Emergency.

Are you prepared for an emergency or natural disaster? No one likes to consider the worst; but the best defense is advance…
Ear Mites, Water Safety and Planning for Your Dog’s Care

The July issue of our K9-exclusive newsletter will be out next week! In this issue, we’re going to continue talking about how to…
Are YOU Prepared to Protect Your Pet?

Welcome to June and National Pet Preparedness Month. Are YOU prepared in the event of an emergency or natural disaster? As we head…
RECALL: Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Dog Food

Blue Buffalo Company (Wilton, CT) has voluntarily issued a recall for a select lot of its Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula…
Even as May Ends, Dog Bite Prevention Never Does

As May comes to a close with the Memorial Day holiday, Dog Bite Prevention Month is also coming to an end; although…
More Tips on Dog Bite Prevention from the ASPCA

While Dog Bite Prevention Week is officially over, the potential for dog bites never ends; especially if people – and children in particular…
Yes! You CAN Avoid a Dog Bite!

With National Dog Bite Prevention Week upon us, it’s important to know HOW to avoid … even prevent … a dog bite.…
Keeping Fido Safe: 6 Options We Love

No one ever wants to lose their dog. It’s a gut-wrenching, heartbreaking situation NO dog- owner wants to ever experience. But the truth…
Happy National Pet Day!

Welcome to 2016 National Pet Day! Did you know that National Pet Day was created in 2006 by Colleen Paige, a pet…
Psst … Your Compost May NOT be Dog-Friendly!

Yes, it’s true; your compost is environment-friendly and waste-reducing, but it might also be dangerous to your dog(s), pets, wildlife and humans.…
RECALL: Smallbatch Pets Frozen Dog Sliders

Smallbatch Pets Frozen Dog Food Recall Just two hours after our recent post about making your own dog treats (due to the…
Bake Some Homemade Dog Treats in a New York Minute!

With all the recent dog food and treat recalls, you may be thinking about making your own treats for your K9 family…
Dog Food Recall: Purina Beneful and Pro Plan

Purina Beneful and Pro Plan Dog Food Recall The Dog Food Advisor website just announced that Nestle Purina has…
Think someone is looking out for your dog’s food? Think again.

What do You Believe? Until recently, I had always “assumed” (yes, I know!) that “someone” was looking out for MY dogs and…
RECALL: Vital Essentials Frozen Dog Food
Delta: Your Pet is No Longer “Cargo!”

For those of us who consider our pets part of our family, this latest announcement from Delta warms our hearts! In November,…
RECALL: Nutro Chewy Apple Treats for Dogs
RECALL: Bravo’s Blend Chicken Diet for Dogs and Cats