Canadian Video Exposes the Dangers of Chinese Chicken Jerky Treats
The following video recently broadcast by the Canadian CBC news magazine, Marketplace, is a documentary exposing the dangers of Chinese-made chicken jerky dog treats. What You Can Do to Help
New Forums Area Lets You Ask Questions and Create Your Own Topics
Got questions about feeding your dog? Ever wished you could start your own discussion about a food-related topic not already covered by our blog? Good news! Help is finally on
Hill’s Science Diet Changes Its Recipes
Hill’s Science Diet has announced it has begun shipping dog and cat food products containing new recipes and formulas starting in December 2012. The new formulations are being rolled out
Arsenic in Rice May Also Affect Dog Food
The recent discovery by the FDA of high levels of arsenic in rice makes it likely we’ll soon be hearing more about excessive levels of the same potentially hazardous substance
Jerky Treats Death Toll Rises
Pets continue to die after eating jerky treats according to a new report published this week by the FDA. At least 360 dogs have died of 2,200 that have fallen
Petco Food Bowl Recall
Petco has announced a voluntary recall of certain stainless steel pet food bowls due to contamination with radioactive material. The following company statement provides full details: Petco has determined that
Deadly Chinese Dog Treats – Could This Be the Cause?
Could a controversial source of glycerin be the cause of so many canine deaths associated with imported Chinese dog treats? The FDA recently began notifying regulated industries that products using
FDA Updates Chinese Dog Treats Warning
July 18, 2012 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has once again released another update for consumers regarding the safety of Chinese-made chicken jerky products for pets. This precautionary
Diamond Dog Food Recall – Many Pets Remain at Risk for Salmonella
July 15, 2012 — Apparently, many pet owners are still unaware of the ongoing Diamond dog food recall event that began in early April. So, their dogs remain at risk
Sodium Selenite in Dog Food — Vital Nutrient or Dangerous Toxin?
Sodium selenite can be controversial substance when it’s used in a dog food recipe. That’s because although the mineral is essential for normal cell function in all animals, selenium can
Multiple Diamond Dog Foods Now Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in Humans
It now appears multiple Diamond Dog Food products have been linked to Salmonella infections in the human population. In a bulletin dated May 3, 2012, the Centers for Disease Control
FDA Updates Chinese Dog Treats Report
May 2, 2012 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has today issued yet another update for consumers regarding the safety of Chinese-made chicken jerky products for pets. This precautionary
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs Linked to Improper Diet
Hip dysplasia in dogs is a common condition in which the hip joint becomes malformed. The disease typically appears before a dog turns 18 months and can lead to severe
Why Dog Food Typically Contains More Fat Than What’s Printed on the Label
The Dog Food Advisor uses a practical method for estimating the carbohydrate content of dry foods. I use the same formulas in my books. Yet this technique doesn’t work as
Diamond Pet Foods Suspends All Shipments from SC Plant
On Friday, April 13, 2012, Diamond Pet Foods has confirmed the company has temporarily suspended shipments of all products manufactured at its Gaston, South Carolina facility. The only reason given
