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Prescription dog, cat foods face anti-trust lawsuit

A class action lawsuit about prescription pet food was filed against Mars Petcare, Nestle Purina, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, PetSmart and others.

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FSMA hazard analysis training seminar at 2017 IPPE

The American Feed Industry Association will also launch a hazard analysis tool at IPPE.

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FTC concluded false-advertising charges against Eukanuba

On December 13, the Federal Trade Commission has approved a final consent order with Mars Petcare US, Inc. settling false-advertising charges.

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AFIA offers video on FSMA qualified individuals

The American Feed Industry Association recently released a pet food safety training video on the qualified individual, as defined by the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

Pet Food Market

What to expect from AAFCO's mid-year meeting

Several committees, including the Pet Food Committee, are expected to provide updates and insights.

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Blue Ridge Beef recalls dog, cat foods after puppy death

Blue Ridge Beef voluntarily recalled two of its frozen products due to potential contamination with Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes, according to FDA.

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Rabbit feed recalled after death from vitamin D overdose

Intermountain Farmers Association is recalling its 50-pound bags of rabbit pellets manufactured between March 14 and September 15, 2016.

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Natures Menu recalls raw turkey pet food in UK and Norway

The bags affected by the recall were produced in September 2016. Of that lot, 280 bags were sent to Norway, and 600 individual bags have been distributed in the UK.

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Pet Food Product Database

Reading Thermal SCORPION Software (SV8) Food Safety Module computer program

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Mars sues Smucker over alleged pet treat similarity

The alleged trademark infringement involved Mars’ Greenies Pill Pockets treats and Smucker’s Milk-Bone Pill Pouches pet treats.

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Mercury levels in cat, dog food may depend on fish species

The mercury concentrations in more than 100 dog and cat foods were measured by scientists. Some foods had levels above those considered safe for other animals.

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Pet Food Regulations

Purina Beneful sick dog lawsuit lacked proof said judge

On February 4, 2015, a California man filed a class action lawsuit against Purina seeking more than US$5 million in damages.

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