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Hollywood star Nicholas Cage walks into UK pet shop
World Branding Award for the famous Halti
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Pets at Home to hold tennis ball amnesty
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Jerky treats from China can cause pet ailments, warns poisons agency
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Jerky treats from China can cause pet ailments, warns poisons agency
 
The Veterinary Poisons Information Service has set up a registry of cases of jerky treat-related illness and is asking veterinary professionals to report any suspected cases.

On its website the VPIS states:

Fanconi syndrome associated with the consumption of jerky treats has been reported in pets in the US, Canada and Australia, with a few cases reported in the UK.

Numerous products have been implicated and in most cases the products have originated from China. The cause remains unknown.

  • The VPIS is the point of reference for collection of cases of jerky treat-related illness to monitor the situation in the UK.
  • In order to obtain a fuller picture of the situation in the UK (or elsewhere in Europe) we ask veterinary professionals to report any suspected cases using the questionnaire linked below.
  • We are collecting information on duration of exposure, brands of jerky treat involved, clinical signs, treatment, investigations and outcome.
  • We will be very grateful for any information on suspected cases.

Add a case to the registry here

 

Advice for Owners

If you notice your pet is unwell with decreased appetite, decreased activity, vomiting, diarrhoea and increased drinking or urination, contact your veterinary surgeon for advice. They will examine your pet and perform tests in order to establish a cause of your pet’s illness and determine the best course of treatment.

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