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more than 1,000 deaths are now linked to toxic dog jerky treats that. according to an update by the food and drug administration ((FDA))
the agency said that since 2007, there have been together almost 5,000 complaints of animal diseases to the goodies. the majority of symptoms reported gastrointestinal or liver disease, and about one third were associated kidney and urinary tract disease.
about 10 percent of the cases include other symptoms such as neurological, dermatological and immunological symptoms, and about 15 percent of the kidney and urinary tract disease cases also tested positive fanconi syndrome - a rare kidney disease also associated with the pet deaths.
the (FDA) is still unsure of the specific cause for the reported illnesses and deaths, but most cases occurred after reports the pets had chicken, duck or sweet potato jerky treats imported from china eaten. no specific brands were reminded in the (FDA) latest version, but dr. jonathan levine, an associate veterinarian at blue pearl veterinary partners in new york city, the owner should always check whatever the labels of the foods they give their pets.
in 2007, some pet food companies voluntarily removed some jerky treats from the market. but at the time, said the (FDA) does not want to exhibit it to call back without a definite cause. these products contain milo kitchen chicken jerky treats and chicken grillers, made by del monte, and waggin 'train and canyon creek ranch dog treats, made by nestle purina.
the (FDA) has with the centers for disease control and prevention (cdc) in order to find out what foods can to contribute pet disease. the study will be the food sick dogs to the dogs who have eaten not become ill ate compare to determine if the jerky is really the culprit.
so far, testing of jerky pet treats from china showed low antibiotics and the antiviral drug amantadine in some samples chicken. pain control applications in humans and in dogs although (FDA)-approved, the agency banned its use in poultry in 2006 to preserve its effectiveness.
the (FDA) is not the opinion of amantadine contributed to the disease, because the side effects of the drug do not correlate with the symptoms seen in pets; however, amantadine should not exist in jerky treats.
chinese authorities have agreed to additional screening and follow-up with jerky enjoyment manufacturers, and the (FDA) has informed the u.s. treat makers of the presence of amantadine in some jerky products. the agency is also testing these products for drugs and other antiviral drugs further.
the (FDA) warned pet owners that jerky pet treats not for a balanced diet are required. if your pet is experiencing a sign of illness, including vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy, contact your veterinarian immediately.

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