Chicken Jerky Making Dogs Sick?

saraja87 · 11-21-2011, 12:22 PM

I saw a link this morning on MSNBC and was concerned! We feed our two dogs the chicken jerky from Costco and have never had a problem with it but maybe they're not the best for them

Vitals - Chicken jerky treats linked to mystery illnesses, deaths in dogs

Has anyone had a dog sickened by chicken jerky? Since it only seems to be products from China, does anyone know of chicken jerky made in the US? I believe the one Costco carries is Waggin' Train.

PaddyD · 11-21-2011, 12:33 PM

There was a recent thread on this. I have been feeding my dog one every day for over a year without any problems.
The brand I feed is Beefeaters Chicken Fillets. They are made in China

FDA Continues to Caution Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky Products

dogless · 11-21-2011, 01:24 PM

I used to feed my dog jerky treats, including the ones from Costco. They made my dog sick. She was lethargic, lost her appetite, and gave her diahrea (sp?). The vet suggested stopping those treats, and as soon as I stopped feeding them to her, she got better.

I will NEVER feed my dog any food, treats or kibble made in China.

I do give her jerky treats from the website www.konaschips.com. (Kona's Chips) They are completely made in the USA (the dog Kona got sick from the China treats so I belive the website when they say they are safe). They are expensive, $24 for a 1 lb bag, but luckily I can afford them. In fact I just ordered three bags yesterday. I keep one in the refigerator and two in the freezer for later. I buy three at a time to save on shipping costs. They last for several months (each bag probably two months).

If I could not afford these I would not feed any jerky treats, or I would try to make my own.

I do make the beef crunchies from the recipe forum, she likes those also. Just buy the beef when it is on sale.

Caledon · 11-21-2011, 02:00 PM

I did buy a package last year. Gave her one and she had explosive poops. Waited a week or two and tried it again, just in case it was not the jerky. Same thing. Brought them back to the store and they told me that they have never received a compaint about this product.

Don't recall where it was made, but the store still sells the product.

I ususally do not buy food items made in China after that dog food recall several years ago but I could have not looked this time becasue they came highly recommended by the store.

Kayla's Dad · 11-21-2011, 02:16 PM

I also so not buy treat/food products made in China - which is where the chicken jerky and several other treats at Costco in this area comes from. From time to time Costco may introduced other treats made in US and we keep an eye out for them. It also seems that US produced jerky that I've seen is a bit more expensive. There are enough choices and alternatives, including cooking/preparing yourself to stay away from the China produced items.

Wolfiesmom · 11-21-2011, 02:20 PM

The lady that owns our local pet store said that most of the pet treats that are made with chicken come from China. I refuse to feed Wolfie anything that's made in China. My friend's dog, my daughter's friend's cat and dog, all died from the melamine poisoned pet food a few years back.

ChristenHolden · 11-21-2011, 03:26 PM

Waggin train is made in china. I've read the package. We have a dehyrator and want to do our own chicken. That way I know its safe. We jus haven't done it yet.

Gwenhwyfair · 11-22-2011, 08:42 AM

Count me in as one who doesn't feed anything to my dogs made in China. In fact I try to avoid any pet product made in China, but it's hard to do with the toys.

I recently signed some new clients, husband and wife who are both vets. They mentioned that the chicken jerky is not a good treat to give. I didn't ask why at the time because I don't feed treats made in China.

Milo's Kitchen treats, at least the ones I get are made in the U.S.

But...you still have to watch where the ingredients are sourced from, if you can.

btw- I try to buy products made in the U.S. in general. They may be a bit more expensive but I've found the quality to be better, they last longer generally are safer and it makes me feel good....

GSDBESTK9 · 11-22-2011, 08:57 AM

We feed the ones from Costco to our dogs as well and so far, no issues.

Stosh · 11-22-2011, 09:03 AM

I buy jerky treats from Kona's Chips. The company is in CA and all treats are made there. It was started by a woman whose Pom almost died from eating Waggin Train treats. They cost more but it's well worth it. Like Wolfie, Stosh doesn't eat anything made in China- I even stopped feeding Nature's Variety Instinct rabbit kibble because the rabbit is raised in China.

11-21-2011, 12:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
saraja87 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 126	Chicken Jerky Making Dogs Sick? I saw a link this morning on MSNBC and was concerned! We feed our two dogs the chicken jerky from Costco and have never had a problem with it but maybe they're not the best for them Vitals - Chicken jerky treats linked to mystery illnesses, deaths in dogs Has anyone had a dog sickened by chicken jerky? Since it only seems to be products from China, does anyone know of chicken jerky made in the US? I believe the one Costco carries is Waggin' Train. __________________ Pippin, Shetland Sheepdog (1997 - 2011) - RIP sweet boy Haji Baba, Tabby Cat (1996 - 2012) - RIP my heart Button, Black Long Coat Cat (~June 5th, 2006) Milou Van Der Maas, Long Coat GSD (March 23, 2011)

11-21-2011, 02:16 PM	#5 (permalink)
Kayla's Dad Knighted Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 2,831	I also so not buy treat/food products made in China - which is where the chicken jerky and several other treats at Costco in this area comes from. From time to time Costco may introduced other treats made in US and we keep an eye out for them. It also seems that US produced jerky that I've seen is a bit more expensive. There are enough choices and alternatives, including cooking/preparing yourself to stay away from the China produced items. __________________ Samuel Kayla 02/12/05 Lancer 05/01/08

11-21-2011, 02:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
Wolfiesmom Crowned Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 3,809	The lady that owns our local pet store said that most of the pet treats that are made with chicken come from China. I refuse to feed Wolfie anything that's made in China. My friend's dog, my daughter's friend's cat and dog, all died from the melamine poisoned pet food a few years back. __________________ Mom to Chases Wolfgang Heinrich Von Ryan aka Wolfie born 12/20/09 Waiting for us at the bridge is Chases Chieftain aka Chiefy Left this earth and left a hole in our hearts July 2000

11-21-2011, 03:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
ChristenHolden Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: South Eastern, Oklahoma, USA Posts: 1,316	Waggin train is made in china. I've read the package. We have a dehyrator and want to do our own chicken. That way I know its safe. We jus haven't done it yet. __________________ ~Christen BELLA~GSD BATISTA~SHAR PEI BANDIT~CHI/YORKIE GABE~RAT TERRIE/CORGIE ANGLE~RAT TERRIER/CORGIE PEPPER~RAT TERRIER HONEY~CHIHUHUHA RUSTY~PAPILLION OLIVER~MUTT CHEWIE~POM MIX Levi~PAP/CHI Champ~PAP/CHI 11 CATS 1 TURTLE~

11-22-2011, 08:42 AM	#8 (permalink)
Gwenhwyfair Master Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 877	Count me in as one who doesn't feed anything to my dogs made in China. In fact I try to avoid any pet product made in China, but it's hard to do with the toys. I recently signed some new clients, husband and wife who are both vets. They mentioned that the chicken jerky is not a good treat to give. I didn't ask why at the time because I don't feed treats made in China. Milo's Kitchen treats, at least the ones I get are made in the U.S. But...you still have to watch where the ingredients are sourced from, if you can. btw- I try to buy products made in the U.S. in general. They may be a bit more expensive but I've found the quality to be better, they last longer generally are safer and it makes me feel good.... __________________ "Smitty" GSD (rescue) ~ Happy goober dog "Ilda" GSD WGSL 4/28/10 ~ Wild Thing "Autumn" Australian Shepherd 10/9/11 ~ Fluff Ball

11-21-2011, 12:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
PaddyD Banned Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MassaCHEWsetts Posts: 5,222	There was a recent thread on this. I have been feeding my dog one every day for over a year without any problems. The brand I feed is Beefeaters Chicken Fillets. They are made in China FDA Continues to Caution Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky Products

11-21-2011, 01:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
dogless Elite Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,373	I used to feed my dog jerky treats, including the ones from Costco. They made my dog sick. She was lethargic, lost her appetite, and gave her diahrea (sp?). The vet suggested stopping those treats, and as soon as I stopped feeding them to her, she got better. I will NEVER feed my dog any food, treats or kibble made in China. I do give her jerky treats from the website www.konaschips.com. (Kona's Chips) They are completely made in the USA (the dog Kona got sick from the China treats so I belive the website when they say they are safe). They are expensive, $24 for a 1 lb bag, but luckily I can afford them. In fact I just ordered three bags yesterday. I keep one in the refigerator and two in the freezer for later. I buy three at a time to save on shipping costs. They last for several months (each bag probably two months). If I could not afford these I would not feed any jerky treats, or I would try to make my own. I do make the beef crunchies from the recipe forum, she likes those also. Just buy the beef when it is on sale.

11-21-2011, 02:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
Caledon Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 1,786	I did buy a package last year. Gave her one and she had explosive poops. Waited a week or two and tried it again, just in case it was not the jerky. Same thing. Brought them back to the store and they told me that they have never received a compaint about this product. Don't recall where it was made, but the store still sells the product. I ususally do not buy food items made in China after that dog food recall several years ago but I could have not looked this time becasue they came highly recommended by the store.

11-22-2011, 08:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
GSDBESTK9 Crowned Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Maryland Posts: 28,438	We feed the ones from Costco to our dogs as well and so far, no issues. __________________ Carolina Johnson http://www.johnsonhaus.com http://www.carolinak9photography.com

11-22-2011, 09:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
Stosh Crowned Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: tyler texas Posts: 8,434	I buy jerky treats from Kona's Chips. The company is in CA and all treats are made there. It was started by a woman whose Pom almost died from eating Waggin Train treats. They cost more but it's well worth it. Like Wolfie, Stosh doesn't eat anything made in China- I even stopped feeding Nature's Variety Instinct rabbit kibble because the rabbit is raised in China.

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