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Clean Label Project Report Finds Lead in 99% of Top Cat Foods

A new investigation by the nonprofit Clean Label Project found that nearly all top-selling cat foods contain toxic contaminants. Testing 100 products from 62 brands, the report detected lead in 99% of samples, cadmium in 96%, and arsenic in 94%. While the study does not prove these levels cause immediate harm, it highlights significant differences in contamination based on protein type and food format, urging owners to vary diets and question 'natural' labels.

via 14 News|

#cat-nutrition #clean-label-project #health-and-pets

health-and-pets15 days ago•5 min saved

Pregnancy-Induced Pet Aversion: A Hidden Crisis for New Parents

Pregnancy and postpartum periods can trigger intense aversion to pets, affecting up to 15% of owners. While often linked to hormonal shifts or hyperemesis gravidarum, the phenomenon lacks sufficient medical research and support, causing significant distress and shame for new parents.

via The Guardian|

#health-and-pets #hyperemesis-gravidarum #mental-health

health-and-pets1 year ago•2 min saved

The Mystery Behind the Disappearance of White Dog Poop in the 90s

White dog poop was common in the 90s due to high calcium content in dog food, often from bone meal, which left mineral deposits in the stool. Changes in pet food formulations, reducing calcium-rich ingredients, have made white dog poop less common today. Excess calcium can be toxic, so pet owners should monitor their dogs' health and consult vets if unusual stool occurs.

via IFLScience|

#calcium #dog-care #dog-diet

health-and-pets2 years ago•1 min saved

"Deadly Parasite Threatens California Dogs in Riverside County"

Researchers in Riverside County have identified a parasite in the Colorado River in Blythe as the cause of a potentially fatal illness in dogs, warning pet owners to be cautious when letting their pets near the water. The illness, linked to tiny snails in the river, can cause symptoms such as lethargy, fever, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and weight loss in dogs. Pet owners are advised to get their dogs tested if they show these symptoms after being near the water, and to be aware that raccoons may also pose a threat as they eat the snails carrying the parasite.

via NBC Southern California|

#colorado-river #dogs #health-and-pets