as a processing aid.Įxposure to the quaternary ammonium compound through direct ingestion may cause reduced appetite, and gastric irritation including diarrhea and vomiting in dogs. While the quaternary ammonium compound mixture is approved for use in those countries, it is not approved in the U.S.
United Pet Group says it has learned that some of its manufacturing facilities in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil were using an anti-microbial chemical to aid in the manufacturing process of the rawhide chews. United Pet Group recently issued the recall of several brands of rawhide dog chews following reports that some pets became ill after chowing down on the chews.Īccording to a notice posted with the Food and Drug Administration, the American Beefhide, Digest-eeze, and Healthy Hide products produced in Mexico and South America may contain a chemical that has not been approved for use in the U.S.
Several brands of rawhide dog chews have been recalled over a potential chemical contamination that could sicken animals. If you were planning to reward Fido for being a good boy while you were out with a tasty rawhide bone, you might want to check the label.
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