In the news... Fort Dodge Voluntarily Recalls Proheart 6   09/03/04 In line with an FDA request Fort Dodge is voluntarily recalling its 6 month heartworm injection. We do not have any additional information at this time, only that we will not be administering Proheart 6 to any dogs until we receive word that it is okay to do so. We understand that many dog owners may have concerns and questions about these events, and we have assembled a list of appropriate links that will provide you with all of the information currently available. Our first priority, as always, is the health of our pets and as more information is released we will continue to update you.    Fort Dodge Letter to Consumers     ProHeart 6 Recall FAQ Fort Dodge Press Release          FDA Press Release UPDATE! 07/22/04-AVID SUES BANFIELD The Microchip manufacturer is taking Banfield to court over alleged false advertising and unfair business practices. Click on the link below to view full story.   MSNBC NEWS STORY   07/05/04 - ALERT!: Banfield Microchips unreadable with conventional scanners! If you have had any of your pets microchipped at a Banfield Hospital ( in PetSmart retail stores) then please click on the following links for important information regarding this issue.   AAHA OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE   CBS NEW STORY!   HUMANE SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA PRESS RELEASE!     Check out our Monthly Pets! ANGEL "3 Steps to a healty pet!" CLICK HERE! Why every pet should have one! AMAZON ANIMAL HOSPITAL RECOMMENDS MICRO-CHIPPING! Does your pet have a microchip ID? ...more Could your dog benefit from extra Fatty Acids? The answer is almost certainly yes! Have you ever noticed how some dogs have shiny, glossy coats while others are dull and rough? A variation in breeds aside, there is one major factor that affects the quality of their skin and coat. Sure, bathing and grooming go a long way, but the main ingredient for a good coat is in their diet. READ MORE   Hurricane Season is here!  Now is the time to make sure you have an effective plan - before a storm hits! Make sure it includes a provision for all of your animals, and that everyone in your family is aware of and familiar with your Hurricane Plan.  Click for Sample Plan! Spring is here and flowers are blooming! Make sure you pets are safe from the following toxic plants.      Azaleas:all parts are fatal   Buttercup:all parts poisonous   Calla Lilly:all parts poisonous   Cycad Palms:all parts poisonous   See Full List! 03/29/04: Alert!  Counterfeit pet products may put animals at risk! source: St Pete Times / EPA READ REPORT