Milo Kitchen Dog Treats Killing Dogs Amid Chinese Import Surge

The surge in Chinese imports of dog treats has led to a disturbing trend: Milo Kitchen dog treats are killing dogs. In recent months, multiple reports have surfaced of dogs falling ill or dying after consuming these treats.

Many of these cases involve dogs experiencing severe vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain after eating Milo Kitchen treats. Some dogs have even suffered from liver failure.

The issue appears to be linked to the use of a toxic ingredient called xylitol, which is commonly found in Chinese-made dog treats. Xylitol is a sugar substitute that can be deadly to dogs in even small amounts.

The FDA has received numerous complaints about Milo Kitchen treats, and the company has issued a voluntary recall of several of its products.

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The FDA has announced it will begin testing affected products to determine if irradiation may have contributed to some of the treat-related issues.

Companies like Nestle Purina PetCare have confirmed they use irradiation to sterilize the affected treats.

The Australian government banned the use of irradiation in 2009 following reports of paralysis and death in cats after consuming irradiated cat food.

Contaminated jerky treats have killed hundreds of dogs. The treats were made from chicken, duck, sweetened potatoes, and dried fruit.

About 60 percent of dogs that fell ill experienced gastrointestinal illnesses, and 30 percent had urinary troubles or kidney problems. The FDA has issued warnings about the pet treats, but no formal recall has been called.

The top three best-selling jerky treat brands mentioned in connection with these illnesses are Waggin' Train, Canyon Creek Ranch, and Milo's Kitchen Home-style Dog Treats. The FDA has not been able to provide a list of affected brands due to the lack of a formal recall.

The FDA is currently testing all possible causes of the illnesses, but has found no conclusive evidence to date. They have tested for contaminants such as antibiotics, chemicals, heavy metals, pesticides, and Salmonella, but found no harmful substances within the treats.

Pet owners and veterinarians are urging pet owners to watch for symptoms such as a decrease in appetite, diarrhea, lethargy, and vomiting. If pet owners see these symptoms, they should report to the FDA's Consumer Complaint Coordinator.

There has been a significant decline in illnesses since Nestle Purine PetCare Co. and Del Monte Corp. recalled their own pet jerky products in January.

Milo's Kitchen dog treats have been recalled due to potentially toxic levels of aflatoxin, a mold that can cause liver failure in dogs.

Some dog owners have reported their pets experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy after consuming Milo's Kitchen treats.

The FDA has received reports of at least 15 dog deaths linked to the contaminated treats.

In the past decade, there's been a remarkable increase in Chinese pet food imports to the US.

From 2003 to 2011, the volume of pet food exports from China to the US grew an astonishing 85-fold.

Nearly 86 million pounds of pet food came from China alone in 2011.

Pet treats, including jerky, are now the fastest growing segment of the pet food market.

Antibiotics in pet food can be a concern for pet owners. Many pet foods contain antibiotics, which can be detrimental to a pet's health.

The use of antibiotics in pet food is often linked to the overuse of antibiotics in agriculture. This can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the food supply, including pet food.

Some pet foods contain high levels of antibiotics, which can be toxic to pets. For example, a study found that some cat foods contained up to 100 times more antibiotics than allowed by law.

Antibiotics in pet food can also contribute to antibiotic resistance in humans. This is a growing concern as antibiotic-resistant bacteria become more prevalent in hospitals and communities.

Many pet owners are unaware of the antibiotics in their pet's food. This is because pet food labels often don't disclose the presence of antibiotics.

The public response to the Milo's Kitchen dog treats scandal has been overwhelming, with many pet owners expressing outrage and concern on social media.

Reports of the treats causing illness and death in dogs date back to 2017, with the first reported case of a dog dying after eating the treats.

Pet owners have been sharing their own stories of their dogs getting sick after eating the treats, with many reporting symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy.

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According to the FDA, at least 28 dogs have died after eating the treats, with many more experiencing severe illness.

Some owners have reported that their dogs showed no signs of illness after eating the treats, but others have reported severe reactions.

The FDA has received over 2,000 reports of dogs getting sick after eating the treats, with many of these reports coming from the same batches of treats that were recalled.

Many pet owners are now choosing to avoid Milo's Kitchen dog treats altogether, opting for alternative brands that have a proven track record of safety.