1305. Jeremy Brandt's Job Bites - Human Medicines That Aren't Safe For Pets

Jobs That Bite
Jeremy Brandt has a strange and scary job. One
minute, he'll be doing dental work on a lion. Next, he'll be
tattooing a bear. It's all part of a day's work as a Nat Geo WILD
television host.
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Does Your Cat Have A Smart Phone?
Yes, there's an "app" for that.  Just released, the
Human-to-Cat Translator. This intriguing app says it can
translate human words into cat language. Speak a word or phrase
into your phone, and the app plays back a collection of meows,
supposedly translating your English into Catlish. When we tried a
translation for "come here," our cat tester showed a little
curiosity but not enough to actually get off the couch. Of
course, even if the app does work accurately, there's a good
chance your cat will ignore you, anyway.
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St. Francis of Bloomberg
Ex-Mayor Bloomberg's daughter makes a pretty
decent living riding horses. Georgina Bloomberg
continually wins big stakes in riding competitions. But now she's
taking time off to have a baby with her boyfriend. She has more
info on the big Tinsel & Tails event.
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Medicines Safe For Humans May Not Be Safe For
Pets
When people feel pain, they often reach for common medicines such
as aspirin or Motrin. However, NSAID use in pets carries risks as
well as benefits. Pet owners must be informed about possible side
effects, including those that could signal danger.
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Ahhh, The Holidaze Are Here.
It's time to endure another year with drunk old Uncle Ned. This
year, Vinnie Penn defends the right of the
family dog to have a sock hanging from the fireplace mantle. This
doesn't end well.
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