Dogs Dying From Tainted Treats As reported by ABC News, Good Morning America, and brought to our attention by our friends at Coupaw, the Food and Drug Administration has issued an alert to consumers about the illnesses and deaths that have been tied to jerky treats from China. They have yet to determine exactly what is making the dogs sick, but are advising dog owners not to feed their dogs Chinese jerky treats as nearly 600 dogs have died, and more than 3000 have become sick. The problem itself seems to be tied to dog pet treats made in China, although the FDA has yet to find a definitive cause. However, they have received reports of illnesses in over 3600 dogs and 10 cats since 2007 and over 580 dogs have died as a result. These pet treats were sold under a variety of brand names. “This is one of the most elusive and mysterious outbreaks we’ve encountered,” Bernadette Dunham, director of the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, said in a statement. “Our beloved four-legged companions deserve our best effort, and we are giving it.” Are you worried that you may have fed your dog Chinese treats and they could be sick? Here are the symptoms to watch out for: Decreased activity Decreased appetite Increased water consumption Increased urination Vomiting Diarrhea If your pet is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. More severe cases have been reported and have been known to include kidney failure as well as gastrointestinal bleeding, according to the FDA.
Posted on: Fri, 25 Oct 2013 04:40:14 +0000
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