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   Chicken jerky treats made in China may be linked to kidney disease in dogs   
      
   When: 2011-11-21 23:38:00 -0800   
   Where: United States   
      
   Details:   
      
   Update May 22, 2012:   
      
   Nearly 1,000 dogs have reportedly been made ill by chicken jerky treats made   
   in China. Treats containing yam, sweet potato, and pork (pig ears) were also   
   cited by pet owners. The US Food and Drug Administration updated the tally of   
   complaints, saying Federal health officials have received 900 complaints from   
   worried owners and veterinarians since last November.   
      
   Despite continued research, the agency's inspectors have no findings yet   
   available. Although no suspected products have been recalled, at least one   
   product manufacturer has settled a claim with a dog owner.   
      
   Representatives from Milo's Kitchen confirmed that the firm has paid at least   
   one owner who complained about a sick dog $100 in exchange for a release of   
   all liability. Firm officials said arrangements are conducted on a   
   case-by-case basis. They declined to confirm how many similar agreements are   
   in place. A spokesman for Waggin' Train also said that the firm negotiates   
   agreements with complaining pet owners individually.   
      
   Dog owners whose dog may have been affected can continue to submit complaints   
   to the FDA's safety reporting portal.   
      
   Only products made in China appear to be affected.   
      
   Concerned pet owners cited the following products/brands:   
      
       Waggin' Train Chicken Jerky and Yam Good chicken produced by Nestle Purina   
   PetCare Co.   
       Canyon Creek Ranch jerky treats or tenders, produced by Nestle Purina   
   PetCare Co.   
       Milos Kitchen Home-style Dog Treats, produced by the Del Monte Corp   
       Beefeaters Sweet Potato Treats (16 types of yam-related treats)   
       Kingdom Pets at Costco (exact item not specified)   
       Drs. Foster and Smith (exact item not specified)   
       Dogswell Veggie Life Vitality (4 types of Veggie Life brands)   
       Smokehouse (exact item not specified)   
       Bestro (exact item not specified)   
      
   Check individual packaging or contact the manufacturer to verify the origin of   
   ingredients as not all jerky treats may be made in China.   
      
   The treats may also be called by other names such as stix, chips, poppers,   
   tenders, drumettes, kabobs, strips, fries, lollipops, twists, wraps, bars,   
   tops, treats, and discs.   
      
   Top Symptoms reported by pet owners whose dogs have gotten sick from the   
   treats are:   
      
       Vomiting   
       Diarrhea   
       Change in Appetite   
       Change in Activity Level   
      
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