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(AP) - Developments surrounding national pet food recall by Menu Foods Inc. and impact on organic and natural pet food industry.-- Manufacturer announces recall of 60 million containers of wet pet food among others after reports of kidney failure and death of pets.-- Scientists identify rodent poison aminopterin as likely culprit. Food and Drug Administration says investigation focused on ingredient wheat gluten.-- Organic and natural pet food industry officials say pet owners concerned over recall help increase sales of their products.-- Proponents of natural and organic pet foods say products can contribute to animals' health. Some do not contain chemical preservatives, fats, fillers or ingredients exposed to pesticides.-- Makers of natural and organic pet foods say recall reinforces that pet owners have more choices now in food they buy for animals.Copyright 2007 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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