The J.M. Smucker Company is recalling specific lots of Special Kitty Cat food for “health concerns potentially associated with ingredients believed to not meet the Company’s quality and safety standards.” The recall notice states that “Ingesting impacted product may cause nausea with excessive salivation, diarrhea or vomiting to more severe symptoms including difficulty walking, seizures and, in extreme situations, death.” The specific problem with the cat food is not stated. And there is no mention of whether or not any pets have been affected by the problems with this product.
The specific recalled product is Special Kitty Mixed Grill Dinner Pate wet cat food. It is sold individually and also as part of variety packs. The Special Kitty Mixed Grill Dinner Pate is sold in 5.5 ounce metal cans. The UPC number on the product is 681131078962, the lot code is 9263803, and the best if used by date is 9/19/2021.
The variety packs that are recalled because the above product is included in those packages are Special Kitty Surf & Turf Variety Pack of Pate Cat Food in 5.5 ounce metal cans. The UPC number is 681131079235, lot code 9266803, and best if used by dates are 7/17/2021, 8/29/2021, 9/11/2021, and 9/12/2021. The same product with the same UPC number, lot code 9267803, and same best if used by dates is recalled, as is the same product with the same UPC number, lot code 9287803, and best if used by dates 9/12/2021, 9/19/2021, and 10/7/2021.
Cats who eat this product may suffer from nausea with excessive salivation, diarrhea or vomiting. Some pets may have difficulty walking, seizures, and may die. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat is suffering from any of these symptoms. The cat food is sold in grocery stores nationwide and online. If you purchased these products, throw them away in a secure garbage can, or take them back to the place of purchase for a full refund.
