Vet Says Feeding Dog Food Can Put Your Pet’s Health at Risk

Vet Says Feeding Dog Food Can Put Your Pet’s Health at Risk

Paula Terifaj, D. V.M, believes that pet owners concerned about feeding their dogs a healthy diet should stop feeding highly processed pet foods. To help people feed their dogs a truly natural diet, she opened the first “for dogs only restaurant” called The Dogie Bag in Palm Springs, CA last year and has now launched dogiebag. com, which offers nutritionally balanced recipes for dog owners and homemade meals that can be purchased online.

(PRWEB) November 21, 2006

Today’s manufactured dog foods are no better for your dog than fast food is for us, says Paula Terifaj, D. V.M. To combat the problem, she has launched dogiebag. com a new online bistro for dogs.

Www. dogiebag. com features nutritionally balanced recipes and homemade meals for dogs. Recipes have been developed by Terifaj, a veterinarian who specializes in alternative medicine with a focus on nutrition. All meals are prepared using only human grade USDA inspected meats and fresh produce. They are cooked and individually vacuum sealed for freshness, making them easy to prepare, defrost and serve. Selections include Meaty Mutt Loaf, Chick-n-Paw Pie, FisherMutt’s Wharf, Mutts-n-the Henhouse, Mutta Mia Pasta & Muttballs, and Health Mutt Cookies.

For a full menu, prices and detailed nutritional content simply visit www. dogiebag. com.

Meals are freshly prepared each week and frozen until they can be delivered, Terifaj adds. They can be kept in a freezer for up to one year but are best if used within three months of purchase. Unopened pouches can be refrigerated for up to 14 days. Once they are opened meals can be kept under refrigeration for three to four days, the same as food cooked for people.

By contrast, many popular manufactured dog foods do not offer high nutrient value, may contain undesirable additives and none offer freshness or variety. These factors alone violate any ethical attempt by the pet food industry to call their products healthy. Short term feeding of an inferior diet may not induce immediate heath problems, but long term feeding of nutrient poor, over processed pet foods can lead to chronic diseases.

Terifaj said she started up the online bistro because she wants dogs to live healthier lives. Before the advent of commercially manufactured dog foods some 50 years ago, she adds, family dogs thrived on family leftovers. Cooked meats and vegetables – people food – was for centuries the mainstay diet of the domestic dog until technology replaced common sense. Now, with www. dogiebag. com, recipes and daily feeding guidelines are available for those who want to make their own doggie meals. And for those who don’t have the time or the inclination, dogiebag. com provides pre-cooked, ready made meals.

About Paula Terifaj, D. V.M.:

She is the owner of Founders Veterinary Clinic in Brea, CA where she has practiced companion animal medicine since graduating from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine in 1986. She is also a strong advocate for animal welfare issues and is currently heading up an organization to fight Breed Specific Legislation called ROVERlution. org, which promotes national protest marches.

Contact:

Paula Terifaj

714-335-3090

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LA County's Largest Private Employer and Creator of Tens of Thousands of Quality Jobs is Among this year's Eddy Awards® Honorees

LA County's Largest Private Employer and Creator of Tens of Thousands of Quality Jobs is Among this year's Eddy Awards® Honorees

Kaiser Permanente to be Honored for Business Leadership and Forever 21 Founder, Do Won Chang, To receive the Individual Eddy® Award - LAEDC to also announce this year's "Most Business Friendly City" award

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 8, 2010

The Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) plans to announce on Wed, Nov. 10th, 2010, the winner for its 2010 Most Business-Friendly City in Los Angeles County award. The honorees will be announced at the 15th annual Eddy Awards® gala, which has become the most important economic development award program in the state of California. This year’s event will be held at the Beverly Hilton.

The cities of Alhambra, Carson, Downey, Torrance, West Covina and Whittier are finalists for the population 60,000 and over category, and the cities of Azusa, Cerritos, Commerce, Duarte, La Mirada and Monrovia are finalists in the population 60,000 and under category. Inaugurated in 1996, the annual Eddy Awards gala has become the most important economic development award program in the state of California.

One winner from each category will be announced live at the 15th Annual Eddy® Awards on Wednesday, November 10th, at the Beverly Hilton. Inaugurated in 1996, the Eddy® Awards gala has become the most important economic development award program in the state of California. In 2006, the LAEDC created the “business-friendly” award category to recognize cities within the County that are proactively promoting business-friendly programs and services.

“All of this year’s finalists have made economic development and job creation a top priority,” said LAEDC president and CEO, Bill Allen. “This year, we received more applications from cities throughout the County than in any other year in the award’s history. These cities understand that having healthy, vibrant and prosperous communities depend on attracting, retaining and growing businesses which are so critical to sustaining our economic vitality and quality of life.” For details on the criteria and finalist visit: http://www. mayocommunications. com/2010-NEWS%20RELEASES/NR-354.htm

Kaiser Permanente will receive corporate award at the Eddy Awards® event. This year’s celebration pays tribute to Los Angeles County’s single largest private employer and one of the nation’s leading health plan and managed care providers, Kaiser Permanente.

“As the largest private employer in Los Angeles County, Kaiser Permanente has created tens of thousands of quality jobs, while providing a critical service for our residents and communities,” said Allen, “Kaiser Permanente has transformed how health care is administered and delivered with its integrated care model and focus on health prevention, and in doing so has helped propel Los Angeles County’s health services sector to one of our region’s leading economic clusters.”

“This honor is a testament to the physicians, other care-givers and employees of Kaiser Permanente who work each day to improve the health of our members and our community,” said Benjamin Chu, M. D., president of Kaiser Permanente’s Southern California Region. “Our electronic medical record system, KPHealthConnect, brings 21st century medicine to our patients and helps them to live healthy lives and thrive.” For more about Kaiser Permanente’s story visit: http://www. mayocommunications. com/2010-NEWS%20RELEASES/NR-352.htm

And LAEDC will spotlight Do Won Chang, the founder of Forever 21, one of the world’s fastest growing fashion brands, as its individual Eddy® Awards honoree. Headquartered in the City of Los Angeles, Forever 21 began in 1984 and has since become synonymous with trendy, affordable fashions. Do Won Chang and his wife Jin Sook Chang emigrated from South Korea in 1981 in search of the American Dream, and began their fashion empire with their first store in Highland Park. Since then, Forever 21 has grown to 457 stores in 15 countries with sales of nearly $3.0 billion annually.
For More on Forever 21 story visit: http://www. mayocommunications. com/2010-NEWS%20RELEASES/NR-353.htm

About the Eddy Awards ®

The Eddy Awards® were introduced by the LAEDC in 1996 to celebrate individuals and organizations that demonstrate exceptional contributions to positive economic development in the region. For sponsorship and event information, please contact Justin Goodkind at (213) 236-4813 or justin. goodkind@laedc. org. For more information about the Eddy Awards®, visit http://www. laedc. org/eddy.

Past Eddy honorees include business leaders and organizations representing a multitude of industries:
Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong • The Boeing Company • Rick Caruso • The Walt Disney Company • City National Bank • Toyota • Richard Ziman, Arden Realty • Janice Bryant Howroyd, ACT•1 • Liam McGee, Bank of America • Monica Lozano, La Opinión • George Deukmejian, 35th Governor of California • Eli Broad, The Broad Foundation • Tim Leiweke, Anschutz Entertainment Group • James Thomas, Thomas Properties Group • Michael Antonovich, L. A. County Supervisor • David Baltimore, CalTech • Richard Riordan, Former LA Mayor • USC • George Graziadio, Imperial Bank • Beverly O’Neill, Long Beach Mayor • Ed Roski, Majestic Realty Co. • Edison International & Southern California Edison

About LAEDC

The LAEDC, the region’s premier business leadership organization, is a private, non-profit organization
Established in 1981 under section 501(C) (3). The LAEDC’s mission is to attract, retain, and grow business and jobs for the regions of Los Angeles County. Since 1996, the LAEDC has helped retain or create more than 162,000 jobs, providing $8 billion in direct economic impact from salaries and $136 million in annual tax revenue benefit to Los Angeles County. For more information, visit
Http://www. laedc. org or http://www. ChooseLACounty. com or call (888) 4-LAEDC-1.

[Editor’s Note: For advanced media interviews and images, please contact Aida Mayo or George
Mc Quade, MAYO Communications at 818-340-5300 or 818-618-9229 or Publicity(at)mayocommunications(dot)com. Also let us know if you would like to attend a VIP reception where finalists and award honorees will be present.]

CDC Reports Prevalence of Worms Transmitted by Dogs and Cats to Humans is Higher than Previously Understood

CDC Reports Prevalence of Worms Transmitted by Dogs and Cats to Humans is Higher than Previously Understood

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today announced about 14 percent of the U. S. population is infected with Toxocara, or internal roundworms, contracted from dogs and cats. The results of this study demonstrate that Toxocara infection in the United States is more widespread and common than previously understood. This infectious agent is capable of causing zoonotic disease that can lead to blindness and serious systemic illness. The nonprofit CAPC (www. petsandparasites. org) was formed to educate pet owners about zoonotic disease and steps they can take to virtually eliminate the risk of pets making people sick.

Bel Air, Md. (PRWEB) November 6, 2007

About 14 percent of the U. S. population is infected with Toxocara, or internal roundworms, contracted from dogs and cats. That's according to the results of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) study announced today at the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene in Philadelphia.

The CDC study shows the transmission of Toxocara from dogs and cats to people is most common in young children and youth under age 20, and more common in non-Hispanic Blacks than in Mexican Americans and non-Hispanic Whites of all age groups. It is highest in lower socioeconomic and less-educated populations. All children, however, are more susceptible to infection given their propensity to play in and sometimes eat contaminated soil.

Infections are acquired by accidental ingestion of Toxocara eggs found in environments contaminated with feces of infected dogs and cats. This includes play areas and sandboxes.

"The results of this study demonstrate that Toxocara infection in the United States is more widespread and common than previously understood," said Peter Schantz, VMD, PhD, an epidemiologist in the Division of Parasitic Diseases at the CDC and a founding board member of the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC). "Although most persons infected with Toxocara have no apparent symptoms, this infectious agent is capable of causing blindness and other serious systemic illness, which makes it a public health issue."

While rare, the visual impairment most often affects children. Since toxocariasis is not a reportable infection, true numbers of cases of visual impairment and other syndromes are not known, according to Schantz.

The nonprofit CAPC was formed to educate pet owners about zoonotic disease and steps they can take to virtually eliminate the risk of pets making people sick.

"The CAPC recommends that pet owners administer year-round preventive medicines that control internal and external parasites - such as roundworms, heartworm, fleas and ticks - for the life of their dog or cat no matter where they live," said Michael Paul, DVM, executive director of the CAPC. "If you prevent parasitic infections in companion animals, you greatly reduce the chances of zoonotic transmission to people."

The American Animal Hospital Association, the American Association of Feline Practitioners and Schantz of the CDC all endorse the CAPC guidelines that call for year-round parasite control in companion animals to protect both pets and people from zoonotic disease. Parasite control today is simple, safe and effective. Treating dogs and cats for parasites with a monthly product is one of the easiest and most effective ways to keep pets healthy and eliminate related health risks to humans.

Despite the availability of effective treatments to prevent them, parasites - some deadly - remain a common fact of life for dogs and cats. Most companion animals have the potential for exposure to parasites all year long. Experts agree there is a year-round threat in all regions of the country, even those that experience below-freezing temperatures, since parasites such as fleas and ticks thrive inside homes regardless of weather conditions outdoors.

Novartis Animal Health US, Inc. funded the CDC toxocara study.

About the CAPC:
The nonprofit CAPC (www. petsandparasites. org) is an independent council of veterinarians and other animal health care professionals established to create guidelines for the optimal control of internal and external parasites that threaten the health of pets and people. It brings together broad expertise in parasitology, internal medicine, public health, veterinary law, private practice and association leadership

About the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
As the sentinel for the health of people in the United States and throughout the world, CDC (www. cdc. gov) strives to protect people's health and safety, provide reliable health information, and improve health through strong partnerships. For more information on Toxocara infection, visit. http://www. cdc. gov/ncidod/dpd/parasites/toxocara/factsht_toxocara. htm (http://www. cdc. gov/ncidod/dpd/parasites/toxocara/factsht_toxocara. htm). As a federal agency, CDC does not promote or endorse specific products.

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Venice and Sarasota Real Estate Markets Showing Signs of a Bottom

Venice and Sarasota Real Estate Markets Showing Signs of a Bottom

Florida has always been a favorite destination for those looking to escape the northern winters or retirees looking to spend their golden years walking the beach, playing golf or enjoying a great boat ride. However, with the bull market in real estate many people were simply priced of the Florida real estate market. Until now.

Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) September 11, 2009

With the recent decline in home and condo prices Florida has once again become very affordable. It is not uncommon to see properties selling for half of what they were selling for at the top of the market in 2009. While not good for those who bought in 2004 and 2005 it is a great opportunity for those looking to buy today.

"There are some tremendous values out there. Since prices have declined buyers are starting to jump back into the market and absorb this inventory. We have been very busy lately," reports Marc Rasmussen of Michael Saunders and Company who specializes in Sarasota real estate (http://www. luxurysarasotarealestate. com).

According to Sarasota MLS statistics, sales in July 2009 were substantially healthier than sales in July 2008, with total unit sales up 29 percent to 595, and the months of home supply on the market once again dropping to levels not seen in three years. According to Trendgraphix, Inc., home inventories in Sarasota county are down over 40%, sales up 53% and pending sales up 102% compared to 3 years ago.

Sarasota, Florida is a beach town located roughly an hour south of Tampa Bay. Just a little further to the south of Sarasota is Venice Florida, both of which are popular retirement locations for baby boomers.

"The market in Venice, especially the Island of Venice, has seen some renewed vigor in recent months. From what our internal market indicators are telling us, we have already seen the bottom; there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel." says Venice Florida real estate (http://www. programrealty. com) agent Jason Painter, Broker of Program Realty.

"It's actually pretty amazing the folks that are coming out of the woodwork to purchase homes when those same homes are priced correctly. When looking for a home in Venice be prepared for multiple offers if the price is right." say Painter.

Sarasota and Venice are known as havens for those looking to escape the harsh winters of the north. Those families and retirees looking to live the relaxed Florida lifestyle will be in good company in the Sarasota and Venice areas.

With mortgage interest rates near an all time low, a substantial correction in real estate prices and good selection of homes and condos to choose from this may be the perfect storm for today's home buyers.

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Ten Year Old Procedure Reintroduced at the American Academy of Dermatology Summer Meeting

Ten Year Old Procedure Reintroduced at the American Academy of Dermatology Summer Meeting

The launch of a patented formulation at the Summer American Academy of Dermatology Meeting ensures chemical peels maintain their position as the most requested cosmetic procedure.

(PRWEB) August 2, 2002

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

What is Old is New Again at The American Academy of Dermatology Meeting

Bloomfield Hills, MI – August 01, 2002 - In the 10 years since glycolic acids were first introduced at an American Academy of Dermatology meeting, hundreds of dermatologists have incorporated cosmetic procedures into their practices. In this same time frame cosmetic dermatologists have been introduced to hundreds of new products and procedures. Dermatologists entered the cosmetic arena in order to accommodate the increasing patient demands for anti-aging procedures. Manufacturers entered the arena in an effort to provide state-of-the-art products and services to the cosmetic dermatologists servicing these patients.

Ten years ago Marvin Klein, M. D., a practicing dermatologist in Michigan, introduced his proprietary formulation, an esterified glycolic acid peel, at an Academy meeting. Glycolic peels and products consumed the majority of media coverage in consumer health and beauty publications almost from the time they were introduced, only to be replaced by coverage on newer procedures such as lasers and microdermabrasion. According to the latest data, however, chemical peels maintain their top position as the most requested cosmetic procedure, second only to BotoxTM.

In these same ten years Dr. Klein ignored the laser and microdermabrasion trends, acknowledged the consistent popularity of chemical peels, and concentrated on formulating an acid peel that would surpass any on the market. The result was that Dr. KleinÂ’s new formulation, containing acidic amino acids, was considered so unique that it was granted a full US patent.

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According to Charles Thomas, exCel’s Vice President, the AFA peels and products are the only acidic amino acid products on the market and contain three times the number of antioxidants than glycolics. “The irritation, dryness, and visible peeling common with glycolic peels is virtually non-existent with the AFA peels. Aside from effecting an invisible exfoliation, our clients report that the

AFAs are particularly effective in diminishing hyperpigmentation, particularly in patients with dark complexions,” reports Thomas.

With a product line that contains a formulation that effects an invisible peel, refines the appearance of the skinÂ’s tone and texture, diminishes the appearance of fine wrinkles and photopigmentation while increasing the moisture retaining capabilities of the skin, and is effective on all skin types and colors, it appears that Dr. Klein has ensured that the chemical peel trend he started ten years ago will maintain the top position among the most requested cosmetic procedures.

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ExCel Cosmeceuticals AFA product line includes facial peels, cleansers, topical gels, moisturizers, eye cream, toners, and a masque and are available exclusively through dermatologists and plastic surgeons.

ExCel Cosmeceuticals, Inc., 4120 West Maple Avenue, Suite 201, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48301 (Phone) 800.453.5150 (Fax) 248.539.1215

(Website) www. xlafa. com

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Contact:  Kathleen M. Appell Cell:  215.805.4988

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SiVance Selects Atrion’s Compliance Guardian for Microsoft Dynamics AX to Ensure Adherence to Global Regulations

SiVance Selects Atrion’s Compliance Guardian for Microsoft Dynamics AX to Ensure Adherence to Global Regulations

Atrion Meets SiVance’s Requirements for ERP Integration and Global Regulatory Content

Montreal, Canada (PRWEB) April 26, 2010

Atrion International (http://www. atrionintl. com) today announced that SiVance, a leading producer of silicon-based intermediates, has selected its Compliance Guardian (http://www. atrionintl. com/en/products-and-services/automated-product-compliance-solutions/regulatory-document-authoring-management/compliance-guardian-microsoft. html? source=pr-sivance-microsoft) for Microsoft Dynamics AX solution -- see today’s related announcement “Atrion Introduces Product Compliance for Microsoft Dynamics AX at Convergence 2010 in Atlanta, GA (http://www. atrionintl. com/en/pr-atrion-dynamics-convergence. html? source=pr-sivance-microsoft)”-- as the platform to drive their regulatory programs for products and raw materials. Atrion’s Compliance Guardian for Microsoft Dynamics AX is an out-of-the-box solution that provides product and raw material compliance assessment, document authoring and management, automated labeling, substance volume tracking and extensive reporting capabilities.

“To ensure adherence to the constantly changing compliance requirements we sought a powerful environment, health and safety (EH&S) solution with tight ERP integration,” said Paul Sweeney, Director of Technology at SiVance. “Our objectives for international growth required a strategic approach in selecting the right compliance partner. Atrion’s solutions will allow us to comply with global regulations and support our objectives for expansion into new markets. In addition, Atrion’s strategic partnership with Microsoft will allow us to leverage our investment in Dynamics and benefit from lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).”

Compliance Guardian is Powered by ACE™ to enable Microsoft Dynamics AX users to fully leverage Atrion’s Product Compliance Solution and Managed Regulatory Content into their business processes so that they can comply with emerging global regulatory requirements at all stages of the product life cycle. The suite of products helps process and discrete manufacturers and distributors to manage risks to brand equity and disruption of operations associated with the lack of accurate contextual product compliance information. It ensures product compliance throughout the global supply chain in a constantly-changing regulatory environment.

“SiVance is a great example of how Mid-Market companies with strategic objectives for international growth no longer need to see compliance as a barrier to entry,” said Joe Cella, Vice President Marketing and Partner Programs at Atrion. “Our highly automated solutions will enable SiVance to accelerate their innovation cycles, reduce risk, and allow them to level the compliance playing field with larger organizations.”

Catalyst legislations such as REACH (http://www. atrionintl. com/en/solutions/chemical-reach-eu-compliance. html? source=pr-sivance-microsoft), GHS (http://www. atrionintl. com/en/solutions/ghs-globally-harmonized-system. html? source=pr-sivance-microsoft) and RoHS, as well as customer demand are making environmental responsibility an increasingly important factor in everything from materials procurement to distribution. Noncompliance creates substantial financial and safety risks that impact the entire supply chain, including the inability to import and export, sell globally and meet customer demand. Product compliance is essential to profitable growth.

About SiVance
Founded in 1953 by University of Florida research professors with expertise in organic chemical compounds, SiVance specializes in the use of silicone-based chemistry to produce high value added, specialty products. SiVance's ability to develop complex products from lab to plant scale enables it to meet the exacting specifications of customers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, electronics and construction markets. SiVance is a standalone company owned by GenNx 360 Capital Partners.

About Atrion International
Atrion International Inc., founded in 1989, delivers the most reliable, product compliance solutions for both process and discrete manufacturers. By integrating the largest set of managed regulatory content into a prepackaged automated solution and connecting to key ERP systems, Atrion’s Product Compliance Solution ensures that products will reach customers with minimal risks to brand image and shareholder value. Atrion International is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada with offices in the United States and Europe.

For more information about Atrion International, visit http://www. atrionintl. com (http://www. atrionintl. com). Or you can subscribe to Atrion's RSS Feeds (http://www. atrionintl. com/rss/atrion-rss. xml).

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Vibrant Health Co Sponsors Specialty Arthritis Pain Relief Blog, painreliefcream. info

Vibrant Health Co Sponsors Specialty Arthritis Pain Relief Blog, painreliefcream. info

Vibrant health co is pleased to announce the sponsorship of http://www. painreliefcream. info a specialty arthritis pain relief blog. Painreliefcream. info provides news, updates and information on arthritis and joint pain relief for consumers.

Richmond, BC (PRWEB) January 28, 2010

Vibrant health co is pleased to announce the sponsorship of http://www. painreliefcream. info/ (http://www. painreliefcream. info/) a specialty arthritis pain relief blog. Painreliefcream. info provides news, updates and information on arthritis and joint pain relief for consumers.

“We are pleased that Vibrant Health Co has chosen to sponsor our blog and to allow us to sell the specialized arthritis pain relief cream ARP15,” says Shone Tyler blog administrator “With this sponsorship we can expedite the growth of our blog into a great arthritis pain relief resource for consumers.”

In addition to the sponsorship of painreliefcream. info Vibrant Health Co will be selling the advanced APR15 arthritis pain relief cream, an FDA approved topical cream manufactured by Canadian laboratories on its own newly launched shopping site at vibranthealthco. com.

About APR15 and Vibrant Health Co

Vibrant health co is committed to distributing quality health products delivered by a well informed and ethical marketing team who provide relevant health Information based on principals of good nutrition, cost effectiveness and compliability.

APR15 Advanced Pain Relief is a fast absorbing topical cream that penetrates inflamed tissues in minutes and attacks pain at its source. APR15 can also be used for the pain and/or itching associated with cuts, burns, scalds, sunburn and other skin irritations.

APR15 is manufactured in Canada (since 2004) by a GMP laboratory and complies with all regulatory requirements (FDA NDC 13906-2139-1).

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