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Monday, November 21, 2011

Dog Treats From China Killing Dogs

At least 70 dogs have been sickened so far this year after reportedly eating chicken jerky products imported from China, FDA officials said. That’s up from 54 reports of illness in 2010. Some of the dogs have died, according to the anecdotal reports from pet owners and veterinarians.

...Symptoms may include decreased appetite, decreased activity, vomiting, diarrhea, increased water consumption and increased urination. If dogs show any of these signs, stop feeding the animal the chicken jerky products, FDA officials said. If signs are severe or persist for more than 24 hours, seek veterinary help.

A Lot Going On In China This Week

Two stories to share. Then I will get off the China kick for a bit.

One about a guy who didn't know who he was messing with! I think the Heroes of this story (aka Netizens) are the same in the last post I made, about the dogs rescued by Good Non-Dog-Eating People in China.

The second China article is about a One Dog Rule, something similar to the One Child Rule. They are kind of heavy handed over there, me thinks. Ostensibly, they are saying it's to cut down on rabies, but why not just vaccinate?

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Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Thank You God

"Chinese dogs saved from cooking pot."

I have said before and I'll say now that I have no interest in traveling to China or even to Southeast Asia. It's just too likely I'll run into this, and then I'll be in a Chinese jail. I applaud these fine Chinese citizens, who deal with something beyond unsavory, pun intended! I know the animal loving community there has been protesting the treatment of dogs and cats for a while, but it's good to see in real terms that some of them were saved. Don't let anyone tell you "they don't really eat dog in China."

The China Daily quoted activists as saying many of the dogs still had collars with bells and name tags, indicating they had been stolen from their owners and that the trucking company transported a load of dogs to Jilin each week.