ALERT! Chicken Jerky treats linked to Renal Failure!!

Dear Friends,

I just heard some TERRIBLE news!!

Two dog friends of mine were rushed to the hospital. It is suspected they are suffering from renal failure, so please keep them in your prayers.

It has been determined that this illness was caused by chicken jerky treats--which were labeled "all-natural"--and made in China. The FDA issued a warning about chicken jerky treats from China back in September of 2007, but apparently, this poison is STILL out there!!

I urge you to read the packages for any treats that you are feeding your dogs, and make sure they are not manufactured in China. If so, I recommend that you discard them. Even though the illnesses have only been associated with chicken jerky treats thus far, I do not think it is worth the risk to my fellow canines.

Please visit the link above to visit Snopes.com for a list of treats that are associated with cases of renal failure. The site also includes information on the warning signs to look for.

And spread the word!!


*If the link above doesn't work, try cutting and pasting this URL into your browser: http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/dogtreat.asp



**UPDATE** My friends are now home from the animal hospital, but are being watched quite closely. They are suffering from "clostridium", which is a nasty form of botulism that has been found in commercial chicken.