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Chinese-made dog chews have been linked to ‘werewolf syndrome’ in Britain, vets warn owners

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Chinese-made dog chews have been linked to 'werewolf syndrome' in Britain, vets warn owners

Britain’s vets have issued an urgent warning to dog owners about a recalled toy that could cause a rare condition known as ‘werewolf syndrome’. The warning follows reports from the European Union where certain dog treats made in China have been linked to serious health problems.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said the chews sold under the Barkoo and Chrisco brands are known to cause symptoms ranging from panic attacks, aggression, muscle spasms, seizures and in extreme cases, death. It is noted that the affected products have specific batch codes and barcodes.

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While no cases have been reported in Britain and there is no evidence the chews have been sold here, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned that some British buyers may have purchased the products online from international sellers.

“While there has been no confirmed distribution of the affected products to the UK, there is a possibility that some consumers may have purchased them online from international retailers. No unsafe dog chews have been identified, but based on international research to date, we advise dog owners to avoid feeding the affected chews to dogs as a precaution. There is no evidence that these products pose any risk to human health,” said Tina Potter, Incidents Director at the Food Standards Agency.

As a precaution, dog owners are advised to avoid these chews and contact their veterinarian if their pet exhibits any concerning symptoms.

What is the ‘werewolf syndrome’?

According to The subway, Dog owners who have already given the affected chews to their pets are advised to ‘immediately stop’. If your pet has become ill after using or ingesting the chew, you should consult a veterinarian and provide your veterinarian with as much information as possible about the chew. the food the dog has been given.

The FSA is also providing advice to vets, saying they should be alert to symptoms in dogs presenting during their operations and whether these may be related to consumption of the chews, which have a long shelf life and may have been purchased several months ago. These include sudden behavioral changes such as crying, crying, aggression and seizures.



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