I've a suspicion that this is some pricey stuff, as pet food goes. Which begs the question - what was a food bank doing with it?
Posted on 07/19/2010 4:15:29 PM PDT by Libloather
Food bank mistakenly gives out dog food
Published: July 18, 2010 at 2:39 PM
CLEARWATER, Fla., July 18 (UPI) -- A food bank in Clearwater, Fla., distributed a can labeled as a "superfood" that turned out to be a can of dog food, the recipient said.
On Social Security, retired Air Force veteran Frank Viscido made his weekly trip from his home in Largo to the Religious Community Services Food Bank in Clearwater for free food, The St. Petersburg (Fla.) Times reported.
Viscido was given the can labeled, "Senior Holistic Superfood" by a volunteer who noticed he wanted products for better health, the newspaper reported Friday.
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Isn't that what George Costanza used to cure tonsillitis?
I’m interested in my dog obtaining adequate nutrition. Floridian gov’t dependents, not as much.
Beggar be-ware!
Not for nothing here, but some people can use the help. I find this disgusting
and wonder was it done for fun at someone’s expense? The way things are heading we might all be on dog food soon!
Not for nothing here, but some people can use the help. I find this disgusting
and wonder was it done for fun at someone’s expense? The way things are heading we might all be on dog food soon!
That’s ruff!
LOL. Didn’t Rush once say he fed his mom dog food?
...not to mention some dumb congresscritter took him seriously.
Food Bank Mistakenly Gives Out Dog Food
RUSH: There is some lighthearted news out there today (at least some might consider it lighthearted): "Food Bank Mistakenly Gives Out Dog Food -- A food bank in Clearwater, Fla., distributed a can labeled as a 'superfood' that turned out to be a can of dog food, the recipient said." We don't know whether or not the recipient had a can opener capable of opening the dog food, but it happened in Clearwater, Florida.
http://www.rushlimbaugh.com/home/daily/site_071910/content/01125104.guest.html
Retired military should be getting a decent pension to go along with his Social security. So, he should be able to get military medical, commissary, and BX privileges.
So, why is he going to a food bank?
I will whole-heartedly help out/donate to those that CANNOT do for themelves but I draw the line at poviding for those that WILL NOT do for themselves.
Because it’s free. You’d be surprised how many people take stuff simply because it’s “free”, whether they actually need it or not. It’s an entitlement thing.
That is what I was wondering. Why does this man need food hand-outs? Apparently he also has the wherewithal to get himself from Largo to Clearwater for the free food. That said, you would think that someone involved in this episode would have READ THE LABEL before handing it out.
I'm confused... is this the end of the Gravy Train - or the beginning?
;-)
It is a national shame that retired and some families of active duty military require charity to survive. These men and women served or are serving this country with honor and THIS is how we thank them?
Nuts! It’s still too hot to get this hissed off.
lol :>)
I've a suspicion that this is some pricey stuff, as pet food goes. Which begs the question - what was a food bank doing with it?
I was just thinking the other day - can a retired military person ever lose that retirement pay - for, say, becoming a felon?
I'm neither. Just wondering.
Foodbanks in our area of CT have a LOT of pricey, all natural foods. A lot of people complain because they want Capt Crunch and all they have is Kashi...crazy isn’t it?
I seriously doubt this man retired from the Air Force. He is probably retired from his civilian job and is an AF veteran, serving a hitch early in his life like many people do.
My favorite brand of tuna fish in Thailand turned out to be cat food.
Cutting back the whiskers once in awhile is no big deal compared to the declawing - eh?
Well, technically, yes.
Military retirement pay is actually a "retainer", for want of a better word.
The retired military person can expect to be recalled at any time.
Many have been, in fact, particularly during GW1, in the chemical specialties and explosive ordinance specialties.
So, again, technically, if one renders oneself unfit for recall, through imprisonment or similar, then one could lose his retirement pay.
It is governed by United States Code, the exact one which escapes me at this time, but it has been addressed and as far as I know, is still on the books.
I have never heard of anyone actually losing it, though, with the exception of some field grade officers who were convicted after retirement for crimes committed while on active duty.
And I have a slight recall of a senior NCO or several, that were involved in the VN-era Khaki Mafia that did lose their retirement pay, but I think they got convicted before actual retirement.
Conviction before actual retirement will almost always result in the loss of retirement benefits...after actual retirement, not so much, I think.
This is not an official position, just my opinion based on my experience and knowledge.
Depends on when this cat retired, and what rank he held at retirement.
Could be a retired E-5 and he got out in 1980.....or even 1975. Pay was for sh!t back then - half of squat is squat.
But ya, he could also be a O-6 that bailed last year and was scamming the system. I guess if the cat drove off in a $300K motor home, we got his number.
Also... alimony..
If divorced after retirement, federal law has 1/2 of his check going to ex-wife, and that is before the state divorce court tosses in alimony, child support, etc...
Somebody put it in a donation bag, and the volunteers at the food bank didn’t bother reading labels.
Stop that right now! Senior citizens are only allowed to eat dog food during a Republican administration!
Along with a few old timers who still knew how to fire up the boilers in the Iowa. ;-)
I used to buy a box of 5’s dog biscuits to go with my quart of ice cream after school when I was in grammar school in the 1940s.
I won't eat “natural foods”!!
Grow it with chemical fertilizer and pesticides or take it to the dump!
I can attest to this.
Frankly, some dogs and cats eat better than people do. As long as it wasn’t made in China, I doubt very much the food would hurt them.
This is the ingredient list of that can
The benefits of our ULTRASSENTIAL™ Superfood Blend include:
* Strong Immune System: Packed with antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables
* Lean Muscle Mass: High in protein with essential Amino Acids
* Healthy Skin & Coat: Rich in omega fatty acids
* Heart Health: Full of high quality proteins, fruits and vegetables
* Sharp Vision: Rich in Beta Carotene for strong eyesight
* Joint Health: Natural sources of Glucosamine and Chondroitin to help support mobility
* Cognitive Development: Contains superfoods rich in DHA for healthy brain function
* Strong Teeth and Bones: Optimal Calcium levels for growing puppies
Ya know, I always told my hubby that we would eat Mighty Dog (it’s pure beef) because the SS system is a bust and we lost out 401K in the last crash. Now, I’m thinking “Holistic Superfood” may be a good alternative.
The future for our nation's retirees.
Maybe it was donated after someone’s aged pet passed on?
That was our old critter here in CO—Mizz clothespin on her nose Patsy Schroeder.
On Social Security, retired Air Force veteran Frank Viscido made his weekly trip from his home in Largo to the Religious Community Services Food Bank in Clearwater for free food, The St. Petersburg (Fla.) Times reported.
Viscido was given the can labeled, "Senior Holistic Superfood" by a volunteer who noticed he wanted products for better health, the newspaper reported Friday.
At least his coat will be glossy.
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