South Arundel would like to acknowledge the generous donation made to our PETS Fund by Greta Johnson and Maggie Mei Lewis of Good Times Press, LLC. Maggie, the author of Moonlight Memoirs - Remembering That Family and Friends are Forever, recently visited South Arundel to personally present Dr. Francine Rattner with the donation check. The South Arundel PETS Fund was established over a decade ago to provide medical assistance for the less fortunate pets in our community.
Pet Food Recall
Nature's Variety has issued a voluntary recall of their Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diet for cats and dogs with a "Best if used by" date of 11/10/10 because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The only affected products are limited to chicken medallions, patties and chubs. Please check Nature Variety's website for complete details.
March 2010 SAVH Online Pharmacy Special
During March 2010, take $5.00 off any SAVH online pharmacy purchase of $50.00 or more. Simply enter "marchoffer" in the comment section of your order cart and the discount will be applied during processing. While the discount won't show in your cart, rest assured we will apply it.
Donations Accepted as Animal Relief Efforts Begin in Haiti
The 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010 has left the country's people and animals devastated. The first wave of relief efforts have focused on the rescue of and attention to the medical needs of the nation's people. The second wave of relief also assists Haiti's animals and addresses the integral role they play in the country's recovery and economy. Seeing that livestock is fed and vaccinated will in turn ensure the future supply of meat, eggs and milk for the nation's people. Animal relief workers will then assist in the care and containment of stray animals.
The American Veterinary Medical Association has partnered with the Animal Relief Coalition of Haiti (ARCH) to provide funds for emergency veterinary care in Haiti. Donations may be made to ARCH through the International Fund for Animal Welfare's Haiti Emergency Relief Response page. Follow AVMA's Medical Medical Assistance Team's twitter feed for up to the minute reports from the staging area.
January & February - Dental Health Awareness 10% off* Basic Cleanings
Give your pet the gift of good health this holiday season. For appointments scheduled for January and February 2010, basic dental cleanings (anesthesia included) will be 10% off*. Mention this offer when scheduling your pet's dental cleaning January or February and the discount will automatically be applied.
*Discount does NOT apply to required preoperative testing, radiographs, oral surgery or medication.
Online Shopping Benefits South Arundel's PETS Fund
The holiday shopping season is almost here! This year don't just shop online, make your shopping count. South Arundel has partnered with iGive.com; purchases made through their portal have a percentage of your total donated automatically to our PETS Fund. Setting up your account takes less than a minute and you can easily designate the PETS Fund as your beneficiary by clicking on our preset registration page at iGive.com. Hundreds of major online retailers are participating - Amazon, Best Buy, Apple Store, Sephora, QVC, Travelocity, Toys R Us and REI among them. And, as much as we'd like you to purchase your pet's products through our online pharmacy, if you choose to buy from 800-Pet-Meds or Drs. Foster & Smith, they are also participating and a percentage of your total will be donated to our PETS Fund. It really is that simple.
As an additional benefit, iGive.com has a web search function on their site that you can bookmark and for every search you conduct, a penny will be donated to the PETS Fund. How many web searches do you do in a day? A month? It all adds up and it all benefits the PETS Fund. You can also find the iSearchiGive function at the bottom of each page of our website for easy access.
The South Arundel PETS Fund was established to provide medical assistance to the stray and less fortunate animals in our community. For over 15 years we have been able to provide much needed medical attention for animals who otherwise would be left with few alternatives. Your continued generous donations are greatly appreciated by the doctors and staff of South Arundel and the animals who share our community.
November 2009 - Senior & Junior Wellness Testing Discounted
During the month of November, we are offering a 10% discount on Senior and Junior Wellness testing. Your pets can't talk and often show no signs when something is wrong. So how do you know? Senior and junior wellness testing packages offer a more complete picture of your pet's health at a significant savings to you. Early detection allows you and your pet's veterinarian to develop a plan that results in an optimal level of health, for every stage of your pet's life.
Pet Food Recalls - October 2009 Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat and Premium Edge Hairball cat foods have been voluntarily recalled by Diamond Pet Foods. Testing has shown these two foods to be deficient in Thiamine and may result in a cat displaying neurological symptoms. Additional information and the manufacturer's statement can be read here.
Nutro Ultra Puppy and Nutro Natural Choice Chicken Meal, Rice & Oatmeal Formula Small Bites Puppy foods have been voluntarily recalled by Nutro. The manufacturer discovered the possibility of small pieces of melted plastic had been found in the production line. Additional information and the manufacturer's statement can be read here.
If you suspect that your pet is having a reaction to a recalled food, please contact your veterinarian.
AKC Canine Good Citizen Certificate Classes
Is your dog a good citizen? Part of being a responsible pet owner is ensuring that your dog has good manners, both at home and in the community. Formal training not only enhances the bond between you and your dog, it makes your pet a joy to interact with in your community and when traveling.
We invite you and your dog to participate in the American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizen Program. The CGC Program, started in 1989, is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners wherever they may be. This four-class program stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test will receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. State legislatures began recognizing the CGC program as a means of advocating responsible dog ownership and 34 states now have Canine Good Citizen resolutions. Check back for class start dates and times.
Howl-O-Ween Barkin' Bash 2009
Join us at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis on Saturday October 31, 2009 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm for the annual Howl-O-Ween Barkin' Bash. Leash your furry friend and head on over - costumes encouraged - for a day of contests, games, demonstrations and raffles. Don't miss the year's most entertaining parade of pets and their humans!
South Arundel Vet Runs for a Cause
Dr. Heather Myers will be running a half-marathon on November 22, 2009 in St. Petersburg, FL. As a member of Team in Training, Dr. Myers is running to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, an organization dedicated to funding medical research and providing resources for those diagnosed with blood cancers. She will be running in memory of a family member; please support her by visiting her Team in Training page.
Canine Flu
You may have heard recent news reports about the canine flu. The virus is currently considered endemic, meaning that outbreaks have occurred sporadically in certain areas. Maryland has not recorded any cases. At this time, South Arundel will not be administering a flu vaccine. We will closely monitor this virus and alert our clients should the status change.
Dr. Rattner Featured in Chesapeake Life Magazine
Dr. Francine Rattner is featured in the October 2009 issue of Chesapeake Life magazine, discussing her homeopathic practice at South Arundel. Dr. Rattner, who also practices conventional veterinary medicine, gives a brief overview of what is involved in her homeopathic treatment of pets. You can read the article here and you can find more in-depth information on the holistic care provided by Dr. Rattner and Dr. Winsome Eu at South Arundel here.
Raffle to Benefit the Pets Fund
Congratulations to our raffle winner - James C. of Edgewater!
Do you have a pet that requires assistance in reaching elevated places such as your vehicle, bed or porch? Enter South Arundel's raffle to win a deluxe telescoping pet ramp valued at $110.00. This easily stored and transported ramp extends from 39" to 72" and supports up to 400 lbs. Each $5.00 donation to our Pets Fund is one entry in the raffle. A winner will be chosen and notified on October 1, 2009. The Pets Fund provides care for the stray and less fortunate animals in our community. Your generous donations are greatly appreciated by the doctors and staff of South Arundel.
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Therapies Now Available
We're pleased to announce that Dr. Winsome Eu will be providing the following services for our clients: acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Chinese medical massage (Tui-Na), Reiki and food and nutrition therapy. She is a graduate of the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine and earned certification in animal acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine from the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. She studied Reiki with master teacher Edward Fox while in veterinary school. Dr. Eu will be available on Mondays at South Arundel. Please contact us to schedule a consultation for your pet.
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Cat Food Voluntary Recall - May 21, 2009
Nutro has voluntarily recalled two types of dry cat food. They have released the following statement:
"Out of an abundance of caution, on May 21, 2009, Nutro Products announced a voluntary recall of select varieties of NUTRO(R) NATURAL CHOICE(R) COMPLETE CARE(R) Dry Cat Foods and NUTRO(R) MAX(R) Cat Dry Foods with "Best If Used By Dates" between May 12, 2010 and August 22, 2010. This recall is due to incorrect levels of zinc and otassium in our finished product resulting from a production error by a US-based premix supplier.
Two mineral premixes were affected. One premix contained excessive levels of zinc and under-supplemented potassium. The second premix under-supplemented potassium. Both zinc and potassium are essential nutrients for cats and are added as nutritional supplements to NUTRO(R) dry cat food.
We have completed a comprehensive audit of premixes for all NUTRO(R) products, and have confirmed that this issue only affects certain dry cat food products. No other NUTRO(R) products are affected, including dry dog food, wet dog and cat foods and dog and cat treats.
Consumers who have purchased affected product should immediately discontinue feeding the product to their cats, and switch to another product with a balanced nutritional profile. While we have received no consumer complaints related to this issue, cat owners should monitor their cat for symptoms, including a reduction in appetite or refusal of food, weight loss, vomiting or diarrhea. We have suggested that cat owners contact their veterinarian if their cat is experiencing health issues or is pregnant."
As always, if your pet is experiencing any of the above symptoms or you any concerns, please contact us.
Boarding Frequent Visitors Club Card
Introducing the Frequent Visitors Club card for your pet! For every 10 nights of boarding during 2009, your pet will receive one complimentary night. A staff member will initial your card for the number of nights accrued upon departure. When your pet reaches 10 nights, the next night is free. Please ask a staff member for your card upon arrival. One pet per card; card is not transferrable.
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South Arundel would like to acknowledge the generous donation made to our PETS Fund by Greta Johnson and Maggie Mei Lewis of Good Times Press, LLC. Maggie, the author of 
The 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010 has left the country's people and animals devastated. The first wave of relief efforts have focused on the rescue of and attention to the medical needs of the nation's people. The second wave of relief also assists Haiti's animals and addresses the integral role they play in the country's recovery and economy. Seeing that livestock is fed and vaccinated will in turn ensure the future supply of meat, eggs and milk for the nation's people. Animal relief workers will then assist in the care and containment of stray animals.
Give your pet the gift of good health this holiday season. For appointments scheduled for January and February 2010, basic dental cleanings (anesthesia included) will be 10% off*. Mention this offer when scheduling your pet's dental cleaning January or February and the discount will automatically be applied. 
The holiday shopping season is almost here! This year don't just shop online, make your shopping count. South Arundel has partnered with 
During the month of November, we are offering a 10% discount on Senior and Junior Wellness testing. Your pets can't talk and often show no signs when something is wrong. So how do you know? Senior and junior wellness testing packages offer a more complete picture of your pet's health at a significant savings to you. Early detection allows you and your pet's veterinarian to develop a plan that results in an optimal level of health, for every stage of your pet's life. 
Is your dog a good citizen? 
Join us at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis on Saturday October 31, 2009 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm for the annual Howl-O-Ween Barkin' Bash. Leash your furry friend and head on over - costumes encouraged - for a day of contests, games, demonstrations and raffles. Don't miss the year's most entertaining parade of pets and their humans! 
Dr. Heather Myers will be running a half-marathon on November 22, 2009 in St. Petersburg, FL. As a member of Team in Training, Dr. Myers is running to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, an organization dedicated to funding medical research and providing resources for those diagnosed with blood cancers. She will be running in memory of a family member; please support her by visiting her 
Dr. Francine Rattner is featured in the October 2009 issue of Chesapeake Life magazine, discussing her homeopathic practice at South Arundel. Dr. Rattner, who also practices conventional veterinary medicine, gives a brief overview of what is involved in her homeopathic treatment of pets. You can read the article 
Follow South Arundel on 
Introducing the Frequent Visitors Club card for your pet! For every 10 nights of boarding during 2009, your pet will receive one complimentary night. A staff member will initial your card for the number of nights accrued upon departure. When your pet reaches 10 nights, the next night is free. Please ask a staff member for your card upon arrival. One pet per card; card is not transferrable.