More than 370,000 social media users have recently shared a post claiming that Fox News reported that 70 dogs died from eating dried chicken treats made with chicken from China, and that the Blue Buffalo brand has withdrawn them from the market. This has caused many pet owners to question the safety of Blue Buffalo pet food. Blue Buffalo Pet Products Inc., based in Wilton, is one of 16 dog food brands cited by the U. S.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as one of the possible causes of canine congestive heart failure (DCM). Over the past few years, thousands of pet owners have claimed that pet food has made their dogs sick and has even killed significant numbers of pets. The FDA further stated that DCM in dogs is a multifaceted problem and is likely to have many contributing factors, such as genetics, environment, taurine levels and nutritional deficiencies. Bill Bishop (notice that he and Blue Buffalo have the same initials) created his pet food empire in 2003. Blue's fight against health problems inspired them to prepare the best possible pet food with the best natural ingredients, starting with high-quality authentic meat.
Different recipes for different age groups and specific dietary restrictions allow you to find foods that suit your pet's particular needs. The plaintiffs claim that they paid a premium for products bearing the company's “True Blue Promise” label because they believed they had higher quality ingredients than other competing pet food products. I have switched to the Signature Turkey Formula Limited Ingredients brand and my dogs are happy again. If you read their ingredients in their food, everything seems decent, however, I've read elsewhere that it's the preservatives this company uses that don't agree with dogs. The recall of pet food is increasing after the Food and Drug Administration announced that more than two dozen dogs died after eating dry Sportmix kibble.
The FDA did not call for the recall of any dog foods or warn dog owners to avoid brands, but instead asked dog owners to “work with their veterinarians, who have the ability to consult a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, to obtain the most appropriate dietary advice.” As always, you should keep an eye on your dog when introducing any new food to ensure that it reacts well to the change. In the meantime, pet owners are advised to stop feeding their pets all 12 types of food and to consult their veterinarian if their pets have recently eaten the food. Working with a veterinarian and a canine nutritionist, they formulated a dog food that has “only the best healthy ingredients,” according to the company's website. DCM is a disease that occurs in dogs and cats when the heart enlarges and cannot pump blood efficiently. It is important for pet owners to be aware of potential risks associated with certain brands of dog food.
It is also important to consult with your veterinarian if you are concerned about your pet's health or if you notice any changes in your pet's behavior or physical condition after switching foods.
