This is a recurring topic for us because we believe that your pet’s diet affects his/her physical, emotional & behavioral well-being. And, in light of the news of melamine entering the human food supply via Chinese-made powdered milk, we cannot assume that processed foods are safe for our pets or ourselves.
Manufacturers of processed pet & human foods are not required to disclose the countries of origin of their ingredients. And, only 1% of the imports entering the US are inspected by the FDA. Demand to know the sources of ingredients in your food supply; contact manufacturers! See our diet info for pet food brands that have disclosed the sources of their ingredients, making their products more trust-worthy.
As always, here’s the latest in recalls and, now, the presence of melamine in the human food supply:
- Recall: The ASPCA warns that several popular brands of pet food manufactured by Mars may be salmonella contaminated, including Pedigree.
- The FDA says: Eating small amounts of melamine isn’t harmful to adults. But, they say there is no safe level for infants (and, we assume, for pets, either). Do you believe this safety claim?
- In time for Halloween: Melamine found in candy in U.S.
Keep your pet safe this Halloween. Read the ASPCA’s tips. Keep candy out of your pet’s reach. Wrappers, chocolate, and artificial sweeteners in sugar-free candies (xylitol) are all harmful to Fido & Fluffy.
Be safe; be healthy!
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