Between 2010 and end of 2012 a reported 3,243 dogs became ill after eating chicken jerky treats made in China. 501 dogs were reported to have died due to these treats. These reports were made according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration Center for Veterinary Medicine. Investigations and studies are still being made and no factual claims have fully been proven, but would you still risk your dog's health or life with claims like this? I know with all the USA products out there, I am going to personally avoid anything food related that comes from China for my beloved dogs.
Here is a list of the reported problems dogs have had upon eating treat such as "Milo's Kitchen" and Waggin Trains. These products can/were found at grocery stores and Costco. I have been noticing now at grocery stores that the shelves are empty where I once saw Milo's kitchen. YEAH! If you have any of these brands in your home, I encourage you to toss them out.
- Diarrhea
- Liver problems
- Kidney failure
- Decreased appetite
- Decreased energy
- Vomiting
- Stomach rupture
The FDA has found traces of antibiotics in poultry that is used in dog jerky treats as well as certain people foods as well. Most of these antibiotics are not allowed to be used here in the U.S., but are all allowed in China. There are also studies now regarding a particular source of glycerin that comes from the Jatropha seeds that is used in China and is thought to be toxic for dogs and humans. Jatropha is a hearty shrub grown in semi-tropical areas around the world. It has a high oil content and is sold quite cheap. Almost every China chicken jerky treat contains glycerin. There are plant glycerins...such as Jatropha. Not every plant is good for consumption. I think we can all agree on that.
If you feel that your dog has gotten sick from eating pet food you gave them, then I highly encourage you to report that particular food to the FDA. Otherwise, how can others know? We have to spread the word, take action, sign petitions, report such things in order to protect these animals that cannot speak up for themselves. Here is the website you can report such things to.
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