Menu Foods, other pet-food makers and retailers in May
agreed to set up a $24 million cash fund to compensate pet owners whose cats and
dogs became sick or died after eating food that had a contaminated ingredient
from China. The filing period for claims began May 30 and will run until Nov.
24.
Once a claim is filed, it will be reviewed by an independent claims administrator. Claimants may receive a 100% cash payment for all documented expenses deemed reasonable, including veterinary bills and burial costs. They may receive up to $900 for undocumented expenses. Under the terms of the settlement, most claims are likely to be paid next year.
The recall - the largest ever for the pet-food industry - grew to involve 12 pet-food makers and 180 brands of pet food and treats. Along with Menu, other defendants include Hill's Pet Nutrition, Iams and retailers such as Wal-Mart.
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Pet Food Settlement
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Dossier AllAbout Pet Food
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Once a claim is filed, it will be reviewed by an independent claims administrator. Claimants may receive a 100% cash payment for all documented expenses deemed reasonable, including veterinary bills and burial costs. They may receive up to $900 for undocumented expenses. Under the terms of the settlement, most claims are likely to be paid next year.
The recall - the largest ever for the pet-food industry - grew to involve 12 pet-food makers and 180 brands of pet food and treats. Along with Menu, other defendants include Hill's Pet Nutrition, Iams and retailers such as Wal-Mart.
Related website:
Pet Food Settlement
Related folder:
Dossier AllAbout Pet Food
Subscribe here to the free animal feed newsletter
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