PetSmart

PetSmart’s Grooming Academy

Allegations: Representing that employees receive training and supervised, hands-on grooming experience and that training and basic grooming toolkits are free

Pets from Petland

April 2018: A federal judge dismissed the complaint finding that plaintiffs failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted. July 2017: A false advertising class-action lawsuit was…

Petshield KI

No treat for supplement maker slapped by the FDA for making illegal health claims.

Neopets, Inc.

April 2016: The parties agreed to dismiss this action When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled. because the Court does not…

PetSafe Shock Collars

Allegations: Falsely marketing collars as safe and harmless when they can cause severe physical injuries and are dangerous to the psychological well-being of pets

Kingdom Pets Chicken Jerky

April 2014: This case was dismissed because the parties reached a settlement agreement. The settlement terms have not been disclosed. (Later in May 2014, the case was dismissed When a…

“Optimum Wellness Plans” for Pets

May 2014: Plaintiffs voluntarily dismissed this action When a complaint is dismissed with prejudice, it cannot be refiled.. April 2014: A federal judge dismissed this action When a complaint is…

Bravecto Flea and Tick Treatments for Pets

Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as safe

Seresto Flea and Tick Collars

False advertising class-action lawsuits filed regarding the marketing of Seresto flea and tick collars

FDA: Remove Pet Tear Stain Removers from Market

Agency says products contain antibiotic, tylosin tartrate, that is not approved for use on pets.

Don’t Let a Job Training Offer TRAP You

What consumers should know about a provision hidden in some employment contracts.

Searching for the Perfect Sneeze-Proof Pooch?

There’s no such thing as hypoallergenic pets.

Tiny Tales Homes Small Pet Habitats

March 2020: A federal judge dismissed the nationwide class claims concluding that the named plaintiff did not have standing for non-California claims. Later in the month, the case was voluntarily…

CATrends: Flea and Tick Products Marketed as Safe

Lawsuits allege products contain ingredients that are harmful to pets.

Only Natural Pet Hemp Seed Oil with Krill and Cod Liver

May 2020: This case was transferred from state court to federal court. (Sassano et al v. Petsmart, Inc., Case No. 20-cv-61062, S.D. Fl.) April 2020: A class-action lawsuit was filed…

Rejuvenate Cleaning Products

Allegations: Falsely marketing cleaning products as safe for pets and kids when they are not

Only Natural Pet Hemp Calming Support

May 2020: The Newell case was transferred to federal court. (Case No. 20-cv-61059, S.D. Fl.) April 2020: A class-action lawsuit was filed against Petsmart for allegedly marketing Only Natural Pet…

Simply Nourish Pet Food

Allegations: False natural claims

Parents, Players Cite Myriad Issues in FTC Complaints against Roblox

One of the top complaints among parents: Roblox fails to protect their children’s digital assets.