In a recent lawsuit, a Purina representative said the Beneful dog food had caused severe illness and even death in several dogs. In December 2014, Frank Lucido bought Purina Beneful dry dog food for his German Shepherd. Within two weeks, his puppy became violently ill, shedding hair and giving off an unnatural odor. After several days, he died. A veterinarian examined him and determined that he had died of poisoning. However, after the lawsuit was filed, the family’s English Bulldog had also died. The family’s grief was exacerbated by the loss of Emma, which had been a source of great distress for them.
The American Board of Veterinary Toxicology states that board-certified veterinary toxicologists are a vital link in the human-animal relationship.
Their knowledge ranges from pharmaceuticals to biotoxins. In a lawsuit filed by pet owners in Missouri, Purina claimed that the veterinary toxicologist was not qualified to test the food. While the plaintiffs were able to show that the toxins in the food caused the illnesses, Purina maintains that the glyphosate contamination is unlikely to cause serious health problems in pets.
According to the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology, board-certified veterinary toxicologists are essential links in the chain of human and animal health. They are in the trenches testing pet foods and are often better equipped to analyze the results. This means they know a lot more about how to conduct a quality test on food for dogs than other scientists. This is important, as it demonstrates that a manufacturer’s pet food must be safe for consumption.
The Court rejected the Pet Food Association’s request to include the testimony of the board-certified veterinary toxicologist, who claimed that the Beneful dog food failed to meet certain standards for safety. In response to this, the plaintiffs filed a class-action lawsuit in New York state. The suit was filed in June 2014. The judge found in favor of the plaintiffs, granting them the right to continue the litigation. The decision is still pending.
The lawsuit claims that Purina did not adequately test its Beneful dog food.
In addition, the veterinary expert’s testimony about the food’s quality was not credible. Nevertheless, the judge has denied the petitioners’ request for additional evidence. The company has denied the petition, and it has since been defending Beneful in the court of law. While it may be a legitimate legal case, it does not help its cause.
The case against Nestle Purina was filed in federal court. It alleges that the pet food contained an illegal ingredient, ethoxyquin. The FDA reported that six samples of Beneful dog food tested positive for ethoxyquin, which is banned in all pet food. Likewise, the firm denied the FDA’s request to test its ingredients in the food. Its refusal also resulted in a lawsuit against the FDA.
The American Board of Veterinary Toxicology claims that a board-certified veterinary toxicologist is essential in the field of animal and human health.
The veterinary toxicologist has a broad range of expertise that includes biotoxins, pharmaceuticals, and food additives. In addition, he or she is the expert who determines whether a particular pet food is safe. The veterinary expert’s findings are important because they help consumers decide whether to buy the product.
The lawsuit was filed in February 2015 after the American Board of Veterinary Toxicology rejected the lead plaintiff’s expert’s expert testimony that the Beneful dog food was the cause of the illnesses. Despite the legal challenge, the company’s appeals office ruled that a board-certified veterinary toxicologist has the expertise to determine whether a food is safe for consumption. Therefore, the FDA is a necessary source of information for consumers and the apex of animal health.
As a result of this new lawsuit, the company has been criticized for its lack of transparency regarding the safety of its products. The company maintains that its food is safe for dogs and cats. But the truth is often more complicated than that. Its claims are based on the fact that pet food contains mycotoxins and propylene glycol. These agents cause ill health in humans and animals. A few recent reports indicate that Purina is not aware of the claims, but the lawsuit has forced the company to pay millions of dollars in compensation.