Proctor and Gamble voluntarily recalled two specific lots of renal dry cat food on June 25,2010 due to a possible salmonella health risk. As a further precaution, Proctor and Gamble is now expanding the voluntarily recall to include additional veterinary formulas and some specialized Eukanuba dry pet food.

No illnesses have been reported, but in cooperation with the FDA, P&G
determined that some product may have been contaminated. As a precautionary measure, P&G is suspending operations at the facility these items were made and recalling all dry pet food manufactured within this plant.

No canned food, biscuits/treats, or supplements are affected by this announcement.

Products Involved:

• Iams Veterinary Formulas — All dry sizes and varieties.
• Eukanuba Naturally Wild — All dry sizes and varieties
• Eukanuba Pure – All dry sizes and varieties
• Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin — All dry sizes

If you have purchased any food on the recall list, please throw away any unused food and contact P&G at 877-340-8823 to get directions on how to get a refund. No receipts are necessary, and refunds apply to unopened bags as well as party used bags.

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.

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

University Animal Hospital wants you to be aware of the following product recall from United Pet Group:

“United Pet Group Voluntarily Expands Recall of Nutritional Supplements for Dogs to Include Additional Tablet and Powdered-Form Products for Dogs and Cats Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk”. View full recall alert from the US Food and Drug Administration.

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.

Remember, washing your hands before and after handling any food products is a great way to reduce your risk of contracting infection. 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

Make sure to cast your vote for Brian!

Brian Kilcommons, Master Trainer and author of “My Smart Puppy” has an audition piece in the running for the “Your OWN Show” Casting Contest! We think that Brian does great work and wish him the best of luck!

Watch Brian’s video and cast your vote here!

The Carl Schurz Park Association Needs Your Help!

This Sunday, March 21st, at 1pm we need some dog run users to come and help spread wood chips in the temporary run while the main run is renovated. Terese from Parks will be there to organize volunteers. Since this run will be used by the small and large dog run people it would be wonderful to have volunteers from both.It shouldn’t take long if we have many helping hands. For more information, please contact Nina

Additionally,the Carl Schurz Park Association is putting together a small team called “Lily’s Carl Schurz Park Friends” to walk in this years Bark For Life. It would be wonderful to have some people and pups join!

Lend a helping hand for the Carl Shurz Park!

University Animal Hospital

(212) 288-8884

354 East 66th Street

New York, NY

10065

Alert: Craigslist Posting threatens to poison NYC dogs!

Many of our clients have contacted us regarding an e-mail going around stating that a Craigslist poster has been threatening to place poison in and around dog runs in Manhattan.

The NYC Department of Parks stated that they were not aware of any serious, credible threats, but as this is such a serious allegation, we felt it was our duty to inform you, and arm you with information on how to keep your pup safe.

Dog Run Safety Tips

1. When entering the dog run, please study it carefully BEFORE unleashing your dog.

2. Be vigilant. Make sure that your dog is not eating anything off the ground, any plants or any treats that do not come directly from you.

3. Do not touch anything suspicious and do not let any dogs near it.

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

Recently an outbreak of kennel cough, and canine influenza has hit Manhattan. Many boarding facilities, daycare and grooming salons in the area have reported cases of these highly contagious diseases.

Although these diseases are extremely contagious, and potentially deadly, they are preventable by keeping your pet current on his or her vaccines and staying vigilant about your pet’s environment. Even pets who have been vaccinated for Bordetella or Canine Influenza may still be susceptible to other strains of the same disease.

The most common symptom is a dry hacking cough sometimes followed by retching. Many owners describe the cough as having a ‘honking sound.’ A watery nasal discharge may also be present. With mild cases, dogs continue to eat and be alert and active. In more severe cases, the symptoms may progress and include lethargy, fever, lack of appetite, pneumonia, and in very severe cases, even death. The majority of severe cases occur in immunocompromised animals, or young unvaccinated puppies.

Be alert for any cold or flu like symptoms in your pup!

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

Help University Animal Hospital Go Green!!

Please help us conserve resources by allowing your account to go paperless!!

We now offer online access to your medical history and reminders via Pet portal and have been notifying you by e-mail of your upcoming services or reminders due.

If you wish to no longer receive paper reminders from University Animal Hospital, please contact us via e-mail with “Make (your pet’s name) Paperless!” in the subject line.

Of course if you choose to continue receiving postcard reminders, we will still be offering those, and no action is necessary.

Thanks for helping us reduce our carbon paw print!

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!