The owners of a Yorkshire terrier that died and a Poodle that experienced seizures have initiated a legal challenge over the safety of a medicated flea spray in the United States.
The Des Moines Register reports:
Documents filed in U.S. District Court in Sioux City allege that Sergeant's Silver Flea and Tick Squeeze-On for Dogs was not properly tested before it was sold to consumers in Iowa and around the nation. The lawsuit, brought by two women whose dogs had to be rushed for veterinary treatment following a May 2009 play date, seeks a refund and/or replacement goods for anyone who ever bought the allegedly hazardous medication, as well as reimbursement for vet bills, hospitalization costs and burials. Becky Dodge said Sergeant's Pet Care Products Inc. rebuffed her pursuit of compensation after her 9-month-old puppy, Daisy, died in 2009. "When a company has a bad product, it would be really nice if they would fess up to it and take care of it right away," Dodge said in an interview with The Des Moines Register. "It's not like my dog was a mutt. It was a Yorkie. They cost $500." A Sergeant's spokeswoman declined to comment on pending litigation.There has long been heated debate amongst dog owners as to the safety of various spray or spot on flea and parasite treatments. It is known that some dogs react differently than others to all types of medication. If you have concerns about any vet medicine product you should always speak with an independent, qualified pet health care professional.
