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IAMS statement
Dear Xx Xxxxxx
Thank you for your email and for sharing your comments regarding our Research Policy. At the end of March 2003 an animal rights group in the U.S. made serious allegations about The Iams Company's work with an independent contract research facility. Here are the facts. On March 27, following an unannounced visit to the facility in question, we concluded that, even though the facility passed U.S. government inspections, it did not meet our strict standards regarding air temperature, ventilation, resting beds and socialization. We made the decision to end all research at the facility, and we moved all 19 dogs involved to an Iams facility where they are being cared for and placed in a pet adoption program for Iams employees. On April 10, officials from Iams and P&G met with representatives from PETA to review the facts and share our plan for the inspection of Iams contract research facilities. We have now conducted comprehensive inspections of all external facilities involved in dog and cat nutritional studies for Iams. This was a major effort which included Iams researchers, P&G veterinarians, non-technical Iams employees who served as the "eyes and ears" of our consumers, and where possible, independent animal welfare experts. Following the inspections, we know that all the facilities comply with government regulations and the health of the dogs and cats is not at risk. However, we have decided to consolidate our nutritional studies at fewer contract facilities, and we will focus on the implementation of Iams high standards for dog and cat care at these facilities. In addition we have established an Animal Care Advisory Board. This board currently consists of seven members, representing various disciplines and fields of study, including veterinary medicine, animal husbandry, behaviour, welfare, and ethics. They a Mr. Michael Arms of the Helen Woodward Animal Center (a leading California-based shelter and adoption facility). Dr. Kathryn Bayne of the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). Rev. Kenneth Boyd, a professor of Medical Ethics at Edinburgh University Medical School, and a research director of the Institute of Medical Ethics, Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. Stephen Hansen of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Dr. Robert Hubrecht of The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW). Dr. Irene Rochlitz, an independent veterinary consultant in feline welfare, Cambridge, England. Dr. Andrew Rowan of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The Advisory Board's first task is to conduct a comprehensive review of The Iams Company research policy and steps taken to implement that policy since it was last updated in June 2002. The Board will also establish a series of next steps and recommendations. In addition to work with our Board members, we are actively seeking the perspective of other animal welfare consultants. The formation of this board was a top priority for us and a major step in our continued efforts to enhance the health and well-being of dogs and cats around the world. Whilst we believe we already have an industry-leading policy on nutritional studies - which requires that our research be equivalent to nutritional and medical studies acceptable on people - we believe even more can be done. The Iams Company conducts and sponsors research to advance scientific understanding of dog and cat nutrition. As stated in the Iams research policy, we only conduct research with dogs and cats that is equivalent to nutritional or medical studies acceptable on people. We are deeply committed to dog and cat well being, and our research policy reflects that commitment. If you would like to read about our research policy in more detail, it is posted on our website: http://www.iams.com/en_US/jhtmls/faq...67&brandcode=I &localeid=en_US&pagetypeid=FQ. Thank you again for contacting us with your feedback, and for giving us the opportunity to respond. Kind Regards Iams Consumer Care We may wish to contact you by mail, e-mail or telephone. Please confirm your acceptance and indicate your landbased address. At any time you can contact us to change your privacy requirements by writing to us using this e-mail address. Further information about the P&G data privacy policy that Iams adheres to can be found by visiting www.pg.com/privacy.htm on the internet |
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Did you notice that IAMS stated (if this accurate on the OP's part) that
they'll end research at the facility but said nothing about ending the program entirely. It seems statements like this are just a smokescreen. If cruel tests are taking place and the accusations surface it seems many of the companies state how they are ending research or it never took place. -- Panther TEK: Staying On Top Of All Your Computer Needs! www.members.cox.net/catprotector/panthertek Cat Galaxy: All Cats, All The Time! www.catgalaxymedia.com "Mr Nangla" wrote in message ... Dear Xx Xxxxxx Thank you for your email and for sharing your comments regarding our Research Policy. At the end of March 2003 an animal rights group in the U.S. made serious allegations about The Iams Company's work with an independent contract research facility. Here are the facts. On March 27, following an unannounced visit to the facility in question, we concluded that, even though the facility passed U.S. government inspections, it did not meet our strict standards regarding air temperature, ventilation, resting beds and socialization. We made the decision to end all research at the facility, and we moved all 19 dogs involved to an Iams facility where they are being cared for and placed in a pet adoption program for Iams employees. On April 10, officials from Iams and P&G met with representatives from PETA to review the facts and share our plan for the inspection of Iams contract research facilities. We have now conducted comprehensive inspections of all external facilities involved in dog and cat nutritional studies for Iams. This was a major effort which included Iams researchers, P&G veterinarians, non-technical Iams employees who served as the "eyes and ears" of our consumers, and where possible, independent animal welfare experts. Following the inspections, we know that all the facilities comply with government regulations and the health of the dogs and cats is not at risk. However, we have decided to consolidate our nutritional studies at fewer contract facilities, and we will focus on the implementation of Iams high standards for dog and cat care at these facilities. In addition we have established an Animal Care Advisory Board. This board currently consists of seven members, representing various disciplines and fields of study, including veterinary medicine, animal husbandry, behaviour, welfare, and ethics. They a Mr. Michael Arms of the Helen Woodward Animal Center (a leading California-based shelter and adoption facility). Dr. Kathryn Bayne of the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). Rev. Kenneth Boyd, a professor of Medical Ethics at Edinburgh University Medical School, and a research director of the Institute of Medical Ethics, Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. Stephen Hansen of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Dr. Robert Hubrecht of The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW). Dr. Irene Rochlitz, an independent veterinary consultant in feline welfare, Cambridge, England. Dr. Andrew Rowan of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The Advisory Board's first task is to conduct a comprehensive review of The Iams Company research policy and steps taken to implement that policy since it was last updated in June 2002. The Board will also establish a series of next steps and recommendations. In addition to work with our Board members, we are actively seeking the perspective of other animal welfare consultants. The formation of this board was a top priority for us and a major step in our continued efforts to enhance the health and well-being of dogs and cats around the world. Whilst we believe we already have an industry-leading policy on nutritional studies - which requires that our research be equivalent to nutritional and medical studies acceptable on people - we believe even more can be done. The Iams Company conducts and sponsors research to advance scientific understanding of dog and cat nutrition. As stated in the Iams research policy, we only conduct research with dogs and cats that is equivalent to nutritional or medical studies acceptable on people. We are deeply committed to dog and cat well being, and our research policy reflects that commitment. If you would like to read about our research policy in more detail, it is posted on our website: http://www.iams.com/en_US/jhtmls/faq...67&brandcode=I &localeid=en_US&pagetypeid=FQ. Thank you again for contacting us with your feedback, and for giving us the opportunity to respond. Kind Regards Iams Consumer Care We may wish to contact you by mail, e-mail or telephone. Please confirm your acceptance and indicate your landbased address. At any time you can contact us to change your privacy requirements by writing to us using this e-mail address. Further information about the P&G data privacy policy that Iams adheres to can be found by visiting www.pg.com/privacy.htm on the internet |
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Did you notice that IAMS stated (if this accurate on the OP's part) that
they'll end research at the facility but said nothing about ending the program entirely. It seems statements like this are just a smokescreen. If cruel tests are taking place and the accusations surface it seems many of the companies state how they are ending research or it never took place. -- Panther TEK: Staying On Top Of All Your Computer Needs! www.members.cox.net/catprotector/panthertek Cat Galaxy: All Cats, All The Time! www.catgalaxymedia.com "Mr Nangla" wrote in message ... Dear Xx Xxxxxx Thank you for your email and for sharing your comments regarding our Research Policy. At the end of March 2003 an animal rights group in the U.S. made serious allegations about The Iams Company's work with an independent contract research facility. Here are the facts. On March 27, following an unannounced visit to the facility in question, we concluded that, even though the facility passed U.S. government inspections, it did not meet our strict standards regarding air temperature, ventilation, resting beds and socialization. We made the decision to end all research at the facility, and we moved all 19 dogs involved to an Iams facility where they are being cared for and placed in a pet adoption program for Iams employees. On April 10, officials from Iams and P&G met with representatives from PETA to review the facts and share our plan for the inspection of Iams contract research facilities. We have now conducted comprehensive inspections of all external facilities involved in dog and cat nutritional studies for Iams. This was a major effort which included Iams researchers, P&G veterinarians, non-technical Iams employees who served as the "eyes and ears" of our consumers, and where possible, independent animal welfare experts. Following the inspections, we know that all the facilities comply with government regulations and the health of the dogs and cats is not at risk. However, we have decided to consolidate our nutritional studies at fewer contract facilities, and we will focus on the implementation of Iams high standards for dog and cat care at these facilities. In addition we have established an Animal Care Advisory Board. This board currently consists of seven members, representing various disciplines and fields of study, including veterinary medicine, animal husbandry, behaviour, welfare, and ethics. They a Mr. Michael Arms of the Helen Woodward Animal Center (a leading California-based shelter and adoption facility). Dr. Kathryn Bayne of the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care (AAALAC). Rev. Kenneth Boyd, a professor of Medical Ethics at Edinburgh University Medical School, and a research director of the Institute of Medical Ethics, Edinburgh, Scotland. Dr. Stephen Hansen of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Dr. Robert Hubrecht of The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW). Dr. Irene Rochlitz, an independent veterinary consultant in feline welfare, Cambridge, England. Dr. Andrew Rowan of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). The Advisory Board's first task is to conduct a comprehensive review of The Iams Company research policy and steps taken to implement that policy since it was last updated in June 2002. The Board will also establish a series of next steps and recommendations. In addition to work with our Board members, we are actively seeking the perspective of other animal welfare consultants. The formation of this board was a top priority for us and a major step in our continued efforts to enhance the health and well-being of dogs and cats around the world. Whilst we believe we already have an industry-leading policy on nutritional studies - which requires that our research be equivalent to nutritional and medical studies acceptable on people - we believe even more can be done. The Iams Company conducts and sponsors research to advance scientific understanding of dog and cat nutrition. As stated in the Iams research policy, we only conduct research with dogs and cats that is equivalent to nutritional or medical studies acceptable on people. We are deeply committed to dog and cat well being, and our research policy reflects that commitment. If you would like to read about our research policy in more detail, it is posted on our website: http://www.iams.com/en_US/jhtmls/faq...67&brandcode=I &localeid=en_US&pagetypeid=FQ. Thank you again for contacting us with your feedback, and for giving us the opportunity to respond. Kind Regards Iams Consumer Care We may wish to contact you by mail, e-mail or telephone. Please confirm your acceptance and indicate your landbased address. At any time you can contact us to change your privacy requirements by writing to us using this e-mail address. Further information about the P&G data privacy policy that Iams adheres to can be found by visiting www.pg.com/privacy.htm on the internet |
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enlightened us with... Following the inspections, we know that all the facilities comply with government regulations and the health of the dogs and cats is not at risk. Please note that government regulations for experimental animals suck balls. Hard. I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. If the experiment states that no pain killers can be given, that's okey- dokey with the government. If the experiment involves vivisection, that's okey-dokey, too. The key is that the researchers have to prove that giving anesthetics would impede the research. In fact, they can hurt the animal for research, make it better, then kill it. This is common practice. As long as they "humanely" kill it, it's okey-dokey. http://grants.nih.gov/grants/olaw/references/phspol.htm Quote:
-- -- ~kaeli~ A hangover is the wrath of grapes. http://www.ipwebdesign.net/wildAtHeart http://www.ipwebdesign.net/kaelisSpace |
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From: kaeli
I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. I think IAMS is disgusting ________ See my cats: http://community.webshots.com/album/56955940rWhxAe Raw Diet Info: http://www.holisticat.com/drjletter.html http://www.geocities.com/rawfeeders/ForCatsOnly.html Declawing Info: http://www.wholecat.com/articles/claws.htm |
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From: kaeli
I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. I think IAMS is disgusting ________ See my cats: http://community.webshots.com/album/56955940rWhxAe Raw Diet Info: http://www.holisticat.com/drjletter.html http://www.geocities.com/rawfeeders/ForCatsOnly.html Declawing Info: http://www.wholecat.com/articles/claws.htm |
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In article , darnit7
@aol.comnolitter enlightened us with... From: kaeli I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. I think IAMS is disgusting I think P&G is disgusting, so IAMS is by default. It's probably a perfectly fine food, but I can't in good conscience buy it now that P&G owns it, whether the tests performed are for IAMS food or not. The company is repugnant. -- -- ~kaeli~ Reading while sunbathing makes you well red. http://www.ipwebdesign.net/wildAtHeart http://www.ipwebdesign.net/kaelisSpace |
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In article , darnit7
@aol.comnolitter enlightened us with... From: kaeli I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. I think IAMS is disgusting I think P&G is disgusting, so IAMS is by default. It's probably a perfectly fine food, but I can't in good conscience buy it now that P&G owns it, whether the tests performed are for IAMS food or not. The company is repugnant. -- -- ~kaeli~ Reading while sunbathing makes you well red. http://www.ipwebdesign.net/wildAtHeart http://www.ipwebdesign.net/kaelisSpace |
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From: kaeli
In article , darnit7 enlightened us with... From: kaeli I had a friend who worked with the government to make sure the regs were followed. The regs merely state that one can't *keep* the animals in horrid conditions - they do not care if the animal is tortured as part of the experiment. I think IAMS is disgusting I think P&G is disgusting, so IAMS is by default. It's probably a perfectly fine food, but I can't in good conscience buy it now that P&G owns it, whether the tests performed are for IAMS food or not. The company is repugnant. Yes they are. I won't buy any of their products, or products from other companies that do animal testing. Doesn't Colgate Palmolive still do animal testing? Lauren ________ See my cats: http://community.webshots.com/album/56955940rWhxAe Raw Diet Info: http://www.holisticat.com/drjletter.html http://www.geocities.com/rawfeeders/ForCatsOnly.html Declawing Info: http://www.wholecat.com/articles/claws.htm |
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