Federal health officials are warning pet owners to be cautious about feeding their dogs jerky treats as they continue to investigate a treat-related illnesses that has left nearly 600 dogs dead and sickened more than 3,000 others.
The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued an alert to consumers about the illnesses and deaths tied to jerky treats from China. Officials say the exact cause of the illnesses remains unknown.
"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."
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Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
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Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
Coming from a culture where dogs are considered a livestock animal, I wouldn't expect a lot of empathy from the Chinese.
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
A whole new meaning to wok your dog.hobbit wrote:Coming from a culture where dogs are considered a livestock animal, I wouldn't expect a lot of empathy from the Chinese.
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
Perhaps this is a people food in China.Jim wrote:A whole new meaning to wok your dog.hobbit wrote:Coming from a culture where dogs are considered a livestock animal, I wouldn't expect a lot of empathy from the Chinese.
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
This is only a test. If it was real, it would be killing humans. Go back to watching Honey boo boo and twerping.
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
To add another perspective: 10 American Foods That Are Banned in Other Countries
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Re: Made in China treats kill nearly 600 dogs
Hmmm. You know their national dog is called "chow", right?Jim wrote:A whole new meaning to wok your dog.hobbit wrote:Coming from a culture where dogs are considered a livestock animal, I wouldn't expect a lot of empathy from the Chinese.
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