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The CDC says several large salmonella outbreaks going back to 2006 were started by tainted dog food. "This is the first time human illness has been linked to dry dog food," says a CDC epidemiologist. Always wash your hands after handling pet food.

The CDC says several large salmonella outbreaks going back to 2006 were started by tainted dog food. “This is the first time human illness has been linked to dry dog food,” says a CDC epidemiologist. Always wash your hands after handling pet food.

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