
Sentry Natural Defense
Allegations: Misleadingly advertising products as safe and “Veterinarian Tested”
Johnson et al. v. Sergeant’s Pet Care Products, Inc. d/b/a Sentry
18-cv-2426, C.D. Cal.
(Nov. 2018)
Sentry Natural Defense
Falsely advertising products as safe to use around pets when the repellent contains essential oils that are toxic to pets and may cause serious complications, including skin irritation, vomiting, muscle tremors, organ failure, and death
Deceptively marketing products as “Veterinarian Tested” when they are actually not recommended by veterinarians
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
Allegations: Misleadingly advertising products as safe and “Veterinarian Tested”
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