NEW AND VIEWS – UNITED STATES: What is a cyanide bomb? It sounds obnoxious and it is. It’s spring-loaded device filled with sodium cyanide used to kill predatory animals and ‘pest species’. The Center for Biological Diversity tells me that cyanide bombs are used under a US federal program called ‘wildlife services’ which is a …
3 US representatives introduce bill to ban cyanide bombs Read More »
NEWS AND VIEWS: The UK government is concerned about the environmental impact of disposable vapes. I am concerned about the damaging impact that disposable vapes can have on animals particularly dogs. I am frankly surprised that the UK government has allowed commercial manufacturers to produce this product in such huge numbers. An estimated 4.3 million …
Disposable vapes are a danger to dogs as well as to users and children Read More »
Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in plants that is commonly used as an artificial sweetener in many products, such as sugar-free gum, candy, and baked goods. It is also used in some medical and dental care products. In addition, xylitol is used in drinking water additives for pets to help maintain dental health. …
Xylitol can be toxic to dogs as it can stimulate the release of insulin Read More »
