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Porkhide twists causing temporary paralysis of back legs

by Carole
(Portland,Oregon)

I have a three year old Maltese named Spencer. After he started chewing the porkhide twist he was stumbling and couldn't stand straight. I didn't connect it with the twist and he didn't have another until about a month and a half later, when again, his back legs started collapsing and he couldn't walk straight. I bought these twists from Costco and I see on the label that they are made in China. Just wanted to alert others and find out if anyone else has had the same experience.

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Jun 25, 2011
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starstarstarstarstar 		Who Knew That Yeast May Cause Temporary Paralysis In Hips/back legs of Dogs
by: mary green

My dog bear exibited the same symptoms. I didn't know what caused it. He didn't eat any treats from china, however, he did eat doggy supplements from a vet.

I fed him the supplements according to his weight and it was supposed to be safe. The supplements contained yeast which I have now found out can cause temporary paralysis in the hips and back legs of dogs. Yeast is like a poison to dogs when ingested in large amounts. I told off the vet for his incompetence and got a new vet.

Bear did recover completely, but I wanted to let other pet owners know to be aware of the dangers of yeast as some dog foods contain yeast as well.

Thank you.
Jun 18, 2011
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by: tracey

Hi Carol:
I do not have experience with pork hide, but I do have a personal history with the chicken jerky from china causing liver & kidney failure and have read numerous complaints as well.

I am trying to gather letters from any pet parents with health issues linked to made in china treats in hopes of getting them banned.

Please email me @ dayofwine@aol.com if you would like to be involved - and anyone else who may have had a problem.

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