Not So American-Made
In honor of the Fourth of July, a reminder that not all “USA-made” products meet the legal definition.
“Beggin” Dog Treats
April 2017: This action was voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled., the reasons for which have not been disclosed.
July 2015: A false advertising class-action lawsuit was filed against Nestlé Purina Petcare Company. Specifically, the complaint alleges that the company falsely markets “Beggin” dog treats – including Beggin’ Strips Bacon and Beggin Strips Bacon and Cheese – as being primarily made of bacon when, in reality, bacon is present in only tiny amounts. (Kacocha et al v. Nestlé Purina Petcare Company, Case No. 15-cv-5489, S. D. NY.)
For more information about other class-action lawsuits regarding pet products and TINA.org’s coverage of the issue, click here.
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