A pet food recall is widening after the Food and Drug Administration announced that more than two dozen dogs died after eating Sportmix brand dry kibble. The statement issued on Monday said that the suspect is aflatoxin, a byproduct of a corn mold Aspergillus flavus, which at high levels can kill pets. 13 янв. 2021 г.
What dog food was making dogs sick?
Midwestern Pet Food Inc. announced the initial recall — which only included Sportmix products — on Dec. 30, saying in a statement that the company received reports that 28 dogs died and another eight got sick after eating select Sportmix brand pet foods that contained aflatoxins.
What is the most toxic dog food?
The 10 Most Dangerous Foods for DogsCaffeine. ... Grapes and raisins. ... Macadamia nuts. ... Xylitol. ... Chocolate. ... Fat Trimmings and bones. ... Yeast dough. ... Fruits pits and seeds. Pits and seeds can obstruct a dog's digestive tract, so always exercise caution when sharing peach slices or watermelon chunks with your pup.
Which dog food is killing dogs in Australia?
A Mars brand dog food blamed in the death of almost a dozen police dogs in Australia, is now linked to the same illness in pet dogs. Just days after the news report of police dogs becoming ill, consumers stepped forward with similar reports of family dogs diagnosed with the same disease: Megaesophagus.
What did people feed their dogs 100 years ago?
Potatoes and Cabbage Since money was tight, these dogs would share their owner's diet. Therefore, peasant dogs ate peasant food. In Europe, this consisted largely of potatoes and boiled cabbage.
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