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The massive pet food recalls in 2007 shook consumer confidence. Now, despite what we have learned from that horrible episode, the pet food recalls continue.

How did the pet food recalls affect your household? What are you feeding your pet(s) now? Do you trust pet food manufacturers?

Share your thoughts and experiences with pet food recalls here.

Building your own pet first aid kit can be a daunting task. Here are some kit-building tips for those who want to make their own. There are also many pet first aid kits available for purchase (view/compare prices).

Have you built or used a pet first aid kit? What items did you find most useful? What items could you save money by omitting? Have you taken a pet first aid class? Please share your kit-building and pet first aid tips here.

Many of us have had the unpleasant realization, usually at night, of "uh oh, my dog has been skunked!" With a direct attack, the odor is often so strong that the amount of skunk oil on the pet may be underestimated. This can lead to bringing the dog (or articles of clothing) in the house a bit too soon.

Annoying, frustrating...what's your skunk story?

Have you dealt with aggression, separation anxiety, fearfulness or other behavior problems with your dog?

I hope that the debate has created awareness and will ultimately evolve into something positive for animals everywhere. Please share what behavior problems you have faced, and worked for your dog.