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Coordinating efforts with Health Canada, the US EPA has mandated significant changes in labeling and directions for use of spot-on flea/tick pesticide products for dogs and cats, after several years of increased reports of adverse effects from their use. Adverse effect reports included increased incidence of skin irritations, vomiting, diarrhea, trembling, lethargy and even seizures, attributed to pet spot-on products. ...Read more
A disabled 13-year-old boy from Orion Township is to get a dog to help him pick up dropped items, turn on lights and gain independence through the Canine Assistants program. Craig Henderson has three genetic disorders that affect his speech and ability to move on his own, said his mother, Donna Henderson. ...Read more
A bill that would create a board on equine welfare and safety in Kentucky advanced out of committee in the state’s House of Representatives on Wednesday. The Kentucky House Agriculture and Small Business Committee unanimously passed House Bill 398, which would create the Kentucky Equine Health and Welfare Board. The board would be under the state’s Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet. The bill is sponsored by Representative Tom McKee (D-Cynthiana), who also is chairman of the House Agriculture and Small Business Committee. ...Read more
