EDIBLE BIRTH CONTROL FOR CATS NOW AVAILABLE

Marketed under the name Feralstat, a synthetic progestin (progestogen) which has been used by veterinarians to suppress estrus (heat) in breeding cats is now available by prescription to feral cat caretakers. Visit www.feralstat.com for more information.

VETERINARY DRUGS RECALLED-SIDE EFFECTS INCLUDE DEATH

American Humane is reporting that two commonly used veterinary drugs have been recalled, yet many veterinarians and most pet owners are unaware of the recall. For more information go to www.americanhumane.org/protecting-animals/veterinary-drug-recalled

LUCKY BAMBOO NOT SO LUCKY FOR CATS

A potted plant commonly sold in dish gardens and called "lucky bamboo" is actually a lily, and poisonous to cats. For a comprehensive list of plants that are toxic and non-toxic to pets, visit the poison control area of the ASPCA site - www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control