Arthur Dogswell LLC of California is recalling 1,051 cartons of Catswell brand cat food because it may contain propylene glycol. This chemical can cause anemia, which could result in serious injury. No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recalled food is Catswell Brand VitaKitty Chicken Breast with Flaxseed and Vitamins. The cartons were packed as either 10 or 50 packages per case. The food was distributed nationwide through retail outlets and mail order from April 13, 2012 to June 14, 2012. The recall was announced after routine surveillance samples showed possible contamination.
The product is packaged in a re-sealable 2 ounce orange plastic bag with a clear window. The lot codes are: SEW12CH032701/03c and SEW12CH032702/03c with a best before date of 09/10/13 and 09/11/13, respectively, and UPC code 8 84244 00057 2. If you have purchased this product, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, call Arthur Dogswell at 1-888-559-8833 Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST.
Linda Larsen has written 28 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
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