S5E17 - Hill's-DCM Class Action Litigation

On this episode of the Canine Culture podcast, host Brittany sits down with Daniel Schulof, CEO of Keto Natural Pet Foods, to delve into the recent class action lawsuit against Hill's Pet Nutrition. The lawsuit centers around the controversy surrounding canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and its alleged connection to certain pet food products. Daniel provides an insightful overview of the lawsuit, explaining how the FDA's investigation into grain-free pet foods in 2018 sparked a national conversation. He highlights the seriousness of DCM, a potentially fatal heart disease in dogs, and the public's response to the FDA's inquiry. As the conversation unfolds, Daniel reveals the allegations of fraud against Hill's Pet Nutrition and other parties involved in the scheme. He discusses the strategic manipulation of the veterinary community and the dissemination of misinformation regarding pet food ingredients. Brittany and Daniel explore the broader implications of the lawsuit, drawing parallels to past controversies in human nutrition. They dissect the tactics employed by major pet food companies to maintain market dominance and influence veterinary recommendations. Throughout the episode, listeners gain valuable insights into the complexities of the pet food industry, the importance of critical thinking, and the ongoing fight for transparency and accountability. Stay tuned for updates on the lawsuit's progress and its potential impact on pet owners and veterinarians alike. About KetoNatural Pet Foods At KetoNatural, we're different.  We believe that the best way to make pets healthier and happier is by educating and empowering their owners. That's why we aspire to be the most honest, substantive, and progressive company in the history of the pet care industry. ------------------------------------------------- Follow KetoNatural Pet Foods: ⁠KetoNatural Pet Foods Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow On Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow On Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Follow On Youtube⁠ ⁠Follow On X⁠ ⁠Follow On TikTok ------------------------------------------------- Shop Our Store! With every purchase, 15% of the proceeds each month are dedicated to supporting a rotating selection of rescues or nonprofits devoted to improving the lives of dogs in need. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Canine Culture Podcast Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------- Give the episode a listen on your favorite podcast platform and let us know what you think! Now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and Pocket Casts. As always, the topics discussed are for informational purposes only and if you have specific questions about your pets, please contact your local veterinarian. ------------------------------------------------- Find Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Canine Culture Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on Tik-Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! If you have any questions or recommendations, please email [email protected].