What is wheat gluten and why is it in pet foods?
A: Wheat gluten is a mixture of two proteins obtained when flour of wheat is washed to remove the starch.…
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This blog is written by Lea-Ann O'Hare Germinder, APR, Fellow PRSA, an accomplished expert in the field of public relations. This blog represents her viewpoints on matters of importance to pet parents, the veterinary profession and pet industry plus occasional guest posts.
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Heartworm Disease Prevention Protects Pets, Wallets — Rise in Mosquito Population Causes New Warning — November 19, 2008 American Heartworm…
Background Information
(Batavia, Ill.) Since the first diagnosis of canine heartworm disease over one hundred years ago, heartworm infection has been widely…
2007 AVMA Symposium Information
The American Heartworm Society’s 12th Triennial Symposium brings together the leading authorities for discussion on the latest research and findings on…
Symposium Information
The American Heartworm Society’s Triennial Symposia bring together the leading authorities for discussion on the latest research and findings on…
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.’s Update on Support Activities for Voluntary Recall
Topeka, KS ( April 1, 2007 )—Here is an update of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc’s recent activities in support of…
Hills Pet Nutrition, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Single Product, Prescription Diet™ m/d™ Feline Dry Food, Only Product Containing Wheat Gluten
Topeka, KS (March 30, 2007) – In accordance with its over-riding commitment to pet health and well-being, Hill’s Pet Nutrition,…
Dr. Ron DeHaven Joins AVMA as New Executive Vice President
(SCHAUMBURG, Ill.) March 26, 2007—Dr. Ron DeHaven, administrator of the USDA’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), has been named…
2004 Heartworm Symposium Held In Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pa. – AVMA Convention – (July 23, 2004) The latest research on heartworm disease, treatment and prevention took center…
