Several famous brands of dry dog ​​food have up to 70 times the levels of vitamin D safe and could kill the dogs that eat them, warned the Food and Drug Administration on Monday. "Excess Vitamin D in your diet can cause vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, slobbering, and weight loss." Vitamin D at toxic levels can cause kidney failure and death. which dogs have eaten the recalled brands and are showing these symptoms should contact their veterinarians. " The producers of at least 11 different brands of dog food are recalling their products.

The brands mentioned include Nutrisca, Natural Life, Evolve, Sportsman's Pride, Abound (sold to Kroger) and Nature's Promise (sold to Giant and Stop & Shop), as well as others. All brands buy their products from the same manufacturer. "Pet owners should stop feeding these withdrawn products," the FDA said. "Right now, the only pet products that have been affected are dog food products."