More than 3,000 online complaints have been filed by dog-owners claiming Purina Petcare Beneful’s dry “kibble” variety is killing and hurting dogs, according to the class action lawsuit filed Feb. 5 in federal court in California.

The brand is still on store shelves.

This class action suit concerns “kibble” dry food, which includes “Purina Beneful Health Weight”; “Purina Beneful Original”; “Purina Beneful Incredibites,” and “Purina Beneful Healthy Growth for Puppies”, “Purina Beneful Healthy Smile”, “Purina Beneful Health Fiesta”, “Purina Beneful Healthy Raidance”, and “Purina Beneful Playful Life” varieties. The packaging used for these foods make the following claims, the suit claims:

• “Satisfaction Guaranteed. If you’re not happy, we’re not happy. Complete satisfaction or your money back…”
• “At Purina, we’re unconditionally devoted to pets. We’ve dedicated over 80 years to developing the high-quality products that satisfy the needs of dogs and cats.”
• “100% Complete and Balanced Nutrition”
• Yes, dogs can have it all — and should! How? A special blend of wholesome ingredients, including grains, real beef, and accents of vitamin-rich veggies!…