 The lawyers filing the federal lawsuit noted Washington state, which has jurisdiction, had a history of favorable consumer protection precedents in prior pet-related lawsuits, but finding a set value for the lost pets may be difficult.On 23 March, Menu Foods said they will reimburse pet owners who can trace their pets' illnesses to the company's products.One estimate is that the cost to owners of treating sickened pets is between $2 million and $20 million.