Sentry Natural Defense
Allegations: Misleadingly advertising products as safe and “Veterinarian Tested”
Sentry Natural Defense
Case Name (Date)
Johnson et al. v. Sergeant’s Pet Care Products, Inc. d/b/a Sentry
18-cv-2426, C.D. Cal.
(Nov. 2018)
Product/Service
Sentry Natural Defense
Allegations
Falsely advertising products as safe to use around pets when the repellent contains essential oils that are toxic to pets and may cause serious complications, including skin irritation, vomiting, muscle tremors, organ failure, and death
Deceptively marketing products as “Veterinarian Tested” when they are actually not recommended by veterinarians
Status
Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
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