Proctor and Gamble is voluntarily recalling two lots of dry cat food that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

No illnesses have been reported, but an FDA analysis identified positive results on two lots of Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs: numbers 01384174B4 0 19014 21405 1 and 01384174B2 0 19014 21405 1.

Codes are found in the lower right corner on the back of the bag.

You may read more about the story here.

Anyone owning the food should throw it out. Pets can become infected and people handling the dry pet food can become infected with salmonella as well if they do not wash their hands.

Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause illness in people and pets. If your pet has eaten the product(s) mentioned above and is experiencing diarrhea, fever, or vomiting, please make an appointment with your veterinarian. If you or one of your family members has handled any of these products and is experiencing any symptoms, please contact your physician immediately.

Customers seeking more information or a refund may call P&G at 877-894-4458.

Stay safe, and please feel free to contact University Animal Hospital with any questions!

University Animal Hospital
(212) 288-8884
354 East 66th Street
New York, NY 10065

Protect Your Pet From Intestinal Parasites

Many of you have called in regarding Dr. Oz’s recent segment on Intestinal Parasites.

With all of the statistics concerning intestinal parasites in dogs and cats (over 18% of dogs and cats tested positive for some form of intestinal parasite in the Tri-state area in 2009!), it is natural to have questions about what to do to protect yourself, your pet, and your family.
Many worms are zoonotic, which means that it IS possible for humans to become infected, however, good hygiene, awareness, and vigilant testing and deworming can help to significantly decrease the risk.

What to look for:

Symptoms manifested by pets that are infected with internal parasites can vary, and depend on a pet’s age, nutritional status, parasite load, duration of infestation, etc. One of the most common symptoms of internal parasitism is diarrhea. Other symptoms include poor appetite, lethargy, coughing, and abdominal distention. Some pets don’t show any symptoms while others can become very ill, or even die from their infestation.

How to prevent them:

Because so many pets can have worms and remain asymptomatic, University Animal Hospital recommends regular fecal tests (at least twice a year) for all of our patients, to help monitor and stop the spread of intestinal parasites.

As a preventative, we strongly urge all parents to keep their pet on a year round Heartworm preventative, such as Sentinel for dogs, which, in addition to preventing heartworm disease, also prevents and controls flea infestations, and protects against intestinal worms. For cats we recommend Revolution to prevent heartworm disease, and for use as a broad spectrum dewormer.

Frontline for dogs and cats is another important part of your pet’s all around wellness routine – Frontline plus gives your pet unparalleled protection against fleas (who can infect your pet with Tapeworm), as well as giving you excellent protection against ticks.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to call us on (212) 288-8884.

Protect your babies with a preventative care regime!

University Animal Hospital

(212) 288-8884

354 East 66th Street

New York, NY

10065

February is Pet Dental Health Month!

Receive 10% off your pet’s Dental Health Care in February.

Dental care is more than just a cure for bad breath. Just like people, pets need preventative dental health care to avoid painful problems later in life.

Here are some things to think about while you’re brushing your teeth:

• More 8 out of 10 dogs, and 7 out of 10 cats show signs of poor dental health by the age of three.
• Dental problems in pets – as in people – can lead to pain, tooth loss, and periodontal disease
• Pets’ oral disease invariably progresses with time, as does people’s, and can result in damage to internal organs, including the heart, liver and kidneys.

Poor dental care affects more than just your pet’s mouth. Bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream and damage your pet’s liver, kidneys, lungs and heart. A proper dental care routine can add 3-5 years to your pet’s life.

Call (212) 288-8884 to schedule ’s appointment. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Call us today to book your pet's dentistry or find out more.

University Animal Hospital

(212) 288-8884

354 East 66th Street

New York, NY

10065

We have two adorable kittens available who are looking for good homes! We have one boy and one girl. The male cat is fixed and both are dewormed,current on boosters, and friendly.

Kittens available for adoption

Please call us on (212) 288-8884 for more information or to schedule a time to view these cuties!

University Animal Hospital
(212) 288-8884
354 East 66th Street
New York, NY 10065

Remind My Pet is a great website to make those remembering medication easy! You can opt for  e-mail or text alerts that remind you when to give each dose, as well as when you are due for a refill!

While University Animal Hospital is not affiliated with this site, we are always looking for ways to make it easier for pet owners to keep their pets happy and healthy, and believe it is a valuable resource for keeping on track with monthly preventatives.

Don't forget, Monthly Flea/ Tick and Heartworm Preventatives are important for both dogs and cats!