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Post by el Gusano on Mar 25, 2007 22:06:14 GMT -5
Sorry about Ginger.
On the dog food issue, with bad food, how are we supposed to know what brand to buy for our parents in their old age?
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Post by one on Mar 25, 2007 23:04:29 GMT -5
Ginger died this morning. Do you believe it was food related?
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Post by one on Mar 25, 2007 23:07:04 GMT -5
We feed our dogs Pedigree dry..... My Pei has lived on Pedigree dry all her life. When she got into her more senior years recently I transferred her over to Pedigree wet about 8 months ago. She occasionally gets ALPO wet when I run out of Pedigree and have to grab a can at the gas station. Personally I wouldn't put it past the remaining food cans to have some level of problems within themselves, though not deadly. We may not be at the end of the recall.
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Post by ScarlettP on Mar 26, 2007 5:32:29 GMT -5
No, I don't think it was the food. I was just frightened that I had fed my sick dog tainted food.
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Post by gridbug on Mar 26, 2007 7:15:12 GMT -5
I love my parents
It will be Alpo all the way!
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Post by tuffmustang on Mar 26, 2007 12:19:35 GMT -5
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Post by Jay on Mar 26, 2007 17:49:36 GMT -5
I'm sorry Scarlett How many more dogs do you have? ~J
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Post by ScarlettP on Mar 27, 2007 7:46:17 GMT -5
I've got three more small, furry sons to comfort me. But Ginger was my pretty girl. And my top bitch. She was the 'ring leader' of the pack. I still miss her. But at least I didn't break down in tears at the gym this morning. That's a good thing.
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Post by Jay on Mar 27, 2007 17:23:01 GMT -5
You're the new leader of the pack and they can all comfort ya... Glad you're feeling better.
~J
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Post by tuffmustang on Mar 30, 2007 11:27:26 GMT -5
Anyone have any suggestions for a consumer reports like web site that rates dog and cat food?
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Post by Tookie on Mar 30, 2007 12:09:27 GMT -5
Scarlett, I'm sorry about Ginger.
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Post by CMF Newsman on Apr 2, 2007 9:58:33 GMT -5
ALBANY, N.Y. - Pet owners are not likely to get much compensation if they individually sue pet food-maker Menu Foods over the death of a dog or cat, although they might fare better if they joined forces in a class action suit, legal experts say. Most state laws consider animals — even beloved pets — to be only personal property. That means that even for the loss of a faithful family companion, a successful civil lawsuit would not likely produce much reward, said Carl Tobias, a law professor at the University of Richmond. "With animals, all you get is the value of the property," he said. "There are no emotional damages." story
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Post by tuffmustang on Apr 2, 2007 10:00:27 GMT -5
<b>There are no emotional damages </b>
Who ever said this must not have a pet.
They are very wrong.
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Post by Bob on Apr 2, 2007 10:44:52 GMT -5
What about Tank?
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Post by Dreamwebber on Apr 2, 2007 11:22:29 GMT -5
I am sorry to hear about your Pet Scarlett....when I first heard this story I starting thinking about....I think it was Gus? that's pet had been peeing everywhere....I hope that it hadn't been poisoned by the pet food situation
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Post by SunnyKC on Apr 2, 2007 14:01:27 GMT -5
ALPO® BRAND PRIME CUTS IN GRAVY CANNED DOG FOOD VOLUNTARY NATIONWIDE RECALL
No Dry Purina Products Involved
March 31, 2007
On March 30, 2007, Nestlé Purina PetCare Company announced it is voluntarily recalling all sizes and varieties of its ALPO® Prime Cuts in Gravy wet dog food with specific date codes. The Company is taking this voluntary action after learning that wheat gluten containing melamine, a substance not approved for use in food, was provided to Purina by the same company that also supplied Menu Foods. The contamination occurred in a limited production quantity at only one of Purina's 17 pet food manufacturing facilities.
Consumers should immediately stop feeding their dogs ALPO Prime Cuts products with the date codes listed below and consult with a veterinarian if they have any health concerns with their pet.
The recalled 13.2-ounce and 22-ounce ALPO Prime Cuts cans and 6-, 8-, 12- and 24-can ALPO Prime Cuts Variety Packs have four-digit code dates of 7037 through 7053, followed by the plant code 1159. Those codes follow a "Best Before Feb. 2009" date. This information should be checked on the bottom of the can or the top or side of the multi-pack cartons.
Importantly, no Purina brand dry pet foods are affected by the recall – including ALPO Prime Cuts dry. In addition, no other Purina dog food products, no Purina cat food products, Purina treat products or Purina Veterinary Diet products are included in this recall, nor have been impacted by the contaminated wheat gluten supply.
At Purina, nothing is more important to us than the health and well-being of the pets whose nutrition has been entrusted to us by their owners, and we deeply regret this unfortunate situation. We will continue to take any and all actions necessary to ensure the quality and safety of our products.
Please see our March 30 press release for more information and click here for an updated list of Frequently Asked Questions. If you have more questions or concerns, please contact our Office of Consumer Affairs at 1-800-218-5898
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Post by SunnyKC on Apr 2, 2007 14:06:02 GMT -5
Scarlett.. so sorry to hear about Ginger.. I dont know what I would do with out my Starr to help run the pack. Know you did all you could for her.
I just sent a recall notice I got for Alpo... I have to run home now and check labels.. Calypso was acting a bit off Friday.. but I just thought it was alergies..... and they do all clean their bowls... maybe we are OK. It has been 3 years since I lost Moon. I still cry.
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Post by jafomac on Apr 2, 2007 15:35:11 GMT -5
Alpo® Brand Prime Cuts In Gravy Canned Dog Food Voluntary Nationwide Recall March 30, 2007
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company today announced it is voluntarily recalling all sizes and varieties of its ALPO® Prime Cuts in Gravy wet dog food with specific date codes. The Company is taking this voluntary action after learning today that wheat gluten containing melamine, a substance not approved for use in food, was provided to Purina by the same company that also supplied Menu Foods. The contamination occurred in a limited production quantity at only one of Purina's 17 pet food manufacturing facilities.
Consumers should immediately stop feeding their dogs ALPO Prime Cuts products with the date codes listed below and consult with a veterinarian if they have any health concerns with their pet.
The recalled 13.2-ounce and 22-ounce ALPO Prime Cuts cans and 6-, 8-, 12- and 24-can ALPO Prime Cuts Variety Packs have four-digit code dates of 7037 through 7053, followed by the plant code 1159. Those codes follow a "Best Before Feb. 2009" date. This information should be checked on the bottom of the can or the top or side of the multi-pack cartons.
Importantly, no Purina brand dry pet foods are affected by the recall - including ALPO Prime Cuts dry. In addition, no other Purina dog food products, no Purina cat food products, Purina treat products or Purina Veterinary Diet products are included in this recall, nor have been impacted by the contaminated wheat gluten supply.
At Purina, nothing is more important to us than the health and well-being of the pets whose nutrition has been entrusted to us by their owners, and we deeply regret this unfortunate situation. We will continue to take any and all actions necessary to ensure the quality and safety of our products.
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Post by Babs on Apr 2, 2007 20:14:01 GMT -5
Scarlett, I am so sorry!
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Post by SunnyKC on Apr 9, 2007 12:19:12 GMT -5
Here is ANOTHER one! Dear Valued Customer: One of our suppliers, Eight In One, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of all Dingo CHICK'N JERKY treats due to company concerns that the jerky treats have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can cause serious infections in dogs and cats, and, if there is cross contamination, in people, especially children, the aged, and people with compromised immune systems. The Food and Drug Administration is aware of this recall. The products subject to the recall are Dingo CHICK'N JERKY 3.5 oz. (ZX34125) and 8 oz. for dogs (ZX34108.) We have removed these products from our warehouses. We recommend that you pull these items from stock and dispose of the product. Whether you purchased these products through PetEdge, or from another source, we felt it was important to share this information with our valued customers for the health and safety of your customers. To receive a refund for your remaining stock, send a letter to: Eight In One, Inc. 1377 Motor Parkway, Ste 100 Islandia, NY 11749 Attn: Chick'N Jerky Refund The letter should include your name and/or business name, address, phone number, your receipt (if you still have it) and the UPC code on the packaging. Do not return the product to the manufacturer. Do not return the product to PetEdge. A refund check for your remaining stock will be send to you by Eight In One, Inc. We recommend that you post this information in your retail locations so that consumers who purchased any of the above-identified CHICK'N JERKY TREATS know to discontinue use of the products and discard the unused portion. Consumers can obtain a refund by sending a letter to Eight in One with the information stated above. FAQs and additional information are available on the manufacturer's website, www.eightinonepet.com or call 1-888-232-9889.
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Post by Sherry on Apr 9, 2007 12:34:46 GMT -5
I just read this thread. I wish I had seen it earlier. I'm sorry about Ginger
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