Dog Lover's Daily Companion by Wendy Nan Rees

Pets can also be carriers and infect other animals and humans, leading to similar symptoms. Left untreated, the infection can cause lethargy, diarrhea, fever or vomiting, according to the IAMS website. Pets infected with salmonella may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. “But look at what is happening with the pet food companies,” he told CBS News. But veterinarian Marty Becker, author of “Chicken Soup for the Dog Owner’s Soul,” says raw meat can transmit salmonella. Other experts advocate a raw meat diet for both dogs and cats. Wendy Nan Rees, author of “The Dog Lover’s Daily Companion,” avoids all dry kibble and cooks for her animals instead. This latest scare has some pet owners wondering just what food is safe to feed their dogs.

It involved certain prescription cat foods, as they might also have been contaminated with salmonella. The recall comes on the heels of another P & G recall.

Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas, all sizes and varieties.

Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin, all dry sizes.

Eukanuba Naturally Wild, all sizes and varieties.

The products are sold at the vet but are also widely available at retailers. The company says no cases of salmonella have been reported but is urging consumers to discard the products. The risk extends to humans as well, as experts say dogs who become infected with salmonella can transmit the disease-causing bacterium to people. Procter & Gamble, maker of Iams and Eukanuba dry dog foods, is recalling certain varieties of these popular and pricey products because they may be contaminated with salmonella.

Dynamic photographs by pet portraitist and 'dogumentarian' Kendra Luck weave a visual narrative that honors the joy of dog companionship.(CBS) If you go out of your way to buy high-end dog food for your best friend, be sure to check the package. Whether you are a first-time or lifelong dog owner, you will be inspired to make your own beds and toys, learn valuable tips about pet safety, and enjoy traveling with your dog. Versatile and practical, Dog Lover's Daily Companion will entertain you, inform you, and might even let you in on industry secrets. From regular vaccinations to dealing with a sick dog puppy school to obedience training grooming at home-to those times when you must consult a professional-it's all covered here.

Pet Lifestyle Advisor Wendy Nan Rees and writer Kristen Hampshire use humor, passion, and panache as they guide you through the day-to-day life of owning and living with a dog. No matter where you live or what breed of dog you have, this book has a year's worth of ideas and insight into an exuberant, healthy life with your dog. Live a more joyful life with your dog-one day at a time Dog Lover's Daily Companion is an irreplaceable, inspiring handbook filled with 365 helpful tips, easy-to-build projects, and practical advice on the canine-human relationship.

Dog Lover's Daily Companion by Wendy Nan Rees