Itchmo: News For Dogs & Cats

Menu Foods Reaches Settlement Agreement

Emily Huh — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 20:26:38 +0000

Here is a press release dated April 1 on Menu Foods website:

Menu Foods Income Fund (TSX: MEW.UN) announced that the parties to the Pet Food Multi-District Litigation (including Menu Foods) today advised the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey that their mediation has produced a comprehensive, cross-border agreement in principle between the parties, addressing all major terms of settlement.

The settlement in principle is subject to several conditions, including the approval of certain other parties, the execution of a definitive settlement agreement and review and approval of the U.S. District Court and the Canadian courts. The parties advised the court that they are confident that a definitive settlement agreement can be reached.

The definitive terms of settlement, together with a motion for preliminary approval thereof, are scheduled to be filed with the U.S. District Court on May 1, 2008, with the hearing scheduled to occur at 11:00 a.m. on May 14, 2008. The scheduling for Canadian court approval has not yet been determined, but is expected to occur in a similar time frame.

The settlement amount will be funded by the defendants, including Menu Foods and its product liability insurer. Menu Foodsâ€™ estimate for recall costs remains unchanged at Cdn.$55 million. Pet owners with potential claims should not contact Menu Foods regarding the agreement in principle. If and when a definitive settlement agreement and claims process have been finalized and approved, the administrator of the settlement fund will give notice to pet owners with details on the procedure for making claims on the settlement fund.

(Thanks Carol)

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Help for Low-Income Pets

Patty Richard — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:26:42 +0000

I think it would be useful to pull together a database of help sites for low-income pets in distress.

An Interview With Nermal

Patty Richard — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:59:07 +0000

I never knew I was a feral cat until I wasn't one any more.

8-Year-Old Girl Raises Money For Dog’s Operation

Emily Huh — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:55:29 +0000

Kate Jackson of Adopt-A-Golden said, "She had done so much research into the golden retriever breed. It was her idea to start raising money to take care of his operation, so when it came time for Adopt A Golden to look for someone to help with the recovery, we couldn't think of a better person."

Pet Sitting 101

Patty Richard — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 09:00:13 +0000

Taking care of Annie Maguire is the pet-sitting equivalent of winning the Irish Sweepstakes. The Maguires' home is one of the more comfortable residences on the island, and Annie is intelligent, affectionate and humorous. So let's just say that I don't shrink from the prospect of staying in that gorgeous home, taking care of that lovable dog.

Animal Activists Sued By University Of California Regents For Threatening University Reseachers

Emily Huh — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 08:00:49 +0000

Documents stated that they hurled firecrackers at his house and planted Molotov-cocktail-like explosives at the homes of other faculty members and threatened to burn down their houses.

Itchmo Reader Dog Pictures

Emily Huh — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 07:39:51 +0000

Picture of dog.

In Memory Of…

Emily Huh — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 06:56:25 +0000

As today is the one year anniversary of the pet food recalls, this is an open thread for anyone and everyone to speak their mind, share their thoughts, express their loss or simply encourage and support each other.

Ohio Vet Board Has No Authority To Suspend Vets Suspected Of Mistreating Animals In Care

Emily Huh — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 09:10:46 +0000

Colleen Keszer brought in Duke, her chocolate labrador, to veterinarian Lisa Hart. Keszer said that Hart "came outside and she grabbed him by his collar and he looked so scared."

Remembering The Recall: A Reading List

Candace Schilling — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 09:43:28 +0000

As this unpleasant anniversary approaches, a friend suggested I focus on the season as a new beginning â€“ appropriate advice for spring. Kisses will always have a special place in our hearts, and the two cats who joined our family after her death are unique, irreplaceable gifts. Her legacy includes the information I gathered while working with our wonderful vet to prolong her life.

Man Clinging To Boat Asks To Have Dog Saved First

Emily Huh — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 08:00:46 +0000

When Earl and his black spaniel mix were fishing, the small boat capsized. When the boat flipped over, Earl put Lacy on top of the boat to make sure she stayed safe. He stayed in the water with his life jacket.

Itchmo Reader Dog Pictures

Emily Huh — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 07:50:23 +0000

Pictures of dogs and cheeseburgers.

Canadian Food Inspection Agency: Salmonella Warning On Rollover Pork Tenders Dog Treat

Emily Huh — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 23:58:58 +0000

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Rollover Premium Pet Food Ltd. are warning consumers not to purchase or use the Rollover Pork Tenders Premium Dog Treat described below. This product may be contaminated with the bacteria responsible for salmonellosis in humans.

Iowa Mayor Puts $5 Bounty On Stray Cats

Emily Huh — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:00:14 +0000

Randolph City Councliman Allen Wendland said, "Either people keep their cats in or like dogs, if they keep 'em under control we shouldn't have a problem, it's just the stray ones and cats propagate quite frequently."

Feral Cats To Be Trapped And Most Likely Euthanized In Chantilly, Virginia

Emily Huh — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 08:00:35 +0000

Trailer park residents have been working since 2002 with Alley Cat Allies to control the stray cat population in humane ways. Volunteers have set out food and have been trapping to animals to vaccinate and spray or neuter them.