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Heliotrope Warning

Written by:
David Mikkelson
April 22, 2013 The flowering plant heliotrope is toxic to dogs and can cause death to those who ingest it?
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Marine Corps Dog Adoptions

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Oct. 17, 2012 Are hundreds of decommissioned bomb-sniffing Marine Corps dogs in need of adoption by the public?
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The Elephant Whisperer

Written by:
David Mikkelson
July 16, 2012 Groups of wild elephants traveled miles to visit Lawrence Anthony's home?
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Craigslist Target Practice Warning

Written by:
David Mikkelson
July 8, 2012 Are persons in Oregon obtaining free animals through Craigslist ads to use for target shooting p ...
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This viral meme claims that chewing gum on the ground looks like bread to birds, and, if they eat it, they die slowly.

Is This Warning About Chewing Gum's Fatal Risk to Birds Accurate?

Written by:
David Mikkelson
June 12, 2012 Eating gum thrown on the ground causes birds to die?
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Are Turtles Used on Chinese Souvenir Keyrings?

Written by:
David Mikkelson
April 4, 2012 Living turtles and fish have been packaged in plastic bags and sold as souvenir keyrings in China.
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Facebook Abused Puppy Donations

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Feb. 8, 2012 Will the Humane Society donate $1 towards the care of an abused puppy every time an item is shared?
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McDonald's Chicken McBites vs. Pit Bull

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Feb. 7, 2012 A McDonald's advertisement described petting pit bulls as a 'risky' behavior?
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Hanging Dog Photo

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Feb. 2, 2012 Photograph seeks help in identifying youths pictured hanging a puppy.
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Are Chicken Jerky Treats From China Causing Illness in Pets?

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Nov. 27, 2011 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a number of warnings to American pet owners in the ...
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Dog Named Parrot

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Nov. 4, 2011 Was a dog named Parrot was murdered by a police officer during a Washington DC festival?
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Hazardous Treats Found at Dog Parks

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Oct. 3, 2011 Have booby-trapped treats been found in dog parks?
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Exer-Hide Warning

Written by:
David Mikkelson
May 16, 2011 Are Exer-Hide chew toys contaminated with toxins or rubber bands?
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Do 52 Thoroughbred Horses Need New Homes to Escape Slaughter?

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Feb. 2, 2011 A plea that 52 thoroughbred horses are destined for slaughter if adopters are not found for them ...
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Dog Deaths from Chewing Stuffed Toys

Written by:
Barbara Mikkelson
March 27, 2010 Dogs die after eating children's stuffed toys that contain flame-retardant materials?
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Greyhound Park Closure

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Nov. 28, 2009 Dogs not adopted after the closure of the Dairyland Greyhound Park will be euthanized?
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Sago Palm Dangerous to Pets

Written by:
Barbara Mikkelson
June 24, 2009 Can sago palm be poisonous to pets?
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Cookie and Coco

Written by:
Barbara Mikkelson
Feb. 27, 2009 Two Labradors named Cookie and Coco need a home?
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Pimple Ball Dog Toy Warning

Written by:
David Mikkelson
Aug. 27, 2008 Four Paws withdrew a 'pimple ball' toy from the market following reports of injuries to dogs?
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ProMeris Flea & Tick Treatment Warning

Written by:
David Mikkelson
April 14, 2008 E-mail warns that ProMeris brand flea and tick protection may cause allergic reactions or illnes ...
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