2010 Boykin Rescue Stats
Rescued	In Care	Adopted
77	36	50

April 2009

Chix Jerkey

Be aware of where your dog’s chicken jerky is coming from. Many brands from outside the United States have caused problems in dogs. This popular treat is made all around the world and with most food products some brands are better than others. Many BSR volunteers have found a trustworthy friend in Kona Chips® out of California. Like many revamped dog products, this company was started due to the owner’s beloved dog becoming ill from this popular treat made in China.

For more information, please visit: www.fda.gov or www.konaschips.com.

 

February 2009

Peanut Butter Recall

The FDA is now including pet treats made with products from the Peanut Corporation of America in the peanut butter recall. Several popular and store brands are included. Before feeding your dog or cat items with peanut butter please be sure to check the most up-to-date recall list. The ASPCA describes the following symptoms as possible signs of salmonella poisoning in dogs: vomiting, diarrhea, fever, lethargy, and drooling or panting. If you have fed peanut butter food items and notice any of these signs please call your veterinarian immediately.

For the most up to date recall list visit: www.avma.org.

For more information please visit: www.aspca.org or www.fda.gov.

 

January, 2009

Poisonous Plants

We have a list of potentially poisonous plants that was compiled in memory of one of our beloved Boykins, Otter, who tragically died as a result of a poisonous plant. As a tribute to Otter, his owner, along with a Charleston, SC Master Gardener, researched some of the more common plants to be found dangerous to animals in hopes of avoiding another dog owner having to deal with the death of a beloved pet.

We have added the list to our site under Boykin Resources/Health. Poisonous Plants