The recall of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL dog food for potentially elevated vitamin D levels is being expanded. The original recall was issued on February 8, 2023, and it is being expanded because two more product lots are added, which precede the production date of the previously recalled lots. There have been two separate confirmed cases of a dog exhibiting vitamin D toxicity after consuming the diet. Each of the dogs has recovered. The recalling firm is Nestle Purina PetCare Company. The expansion comes after an investigation prompted by Purina uncovered new information about a production error from a U.S. supplier that was made only to this specific formula and resulted in potentially elevated levels of vitamin D. Vitamin D toxicity can cause weight loss, vomiting, loss … [Read more...]
Triumph Evolve Dog Food Recalled For Elevated Aflatoxin Levels
Triumph Evolve dog food, along with other brands, are being recalled for elevated aflatoxin levels. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring by-product from the bacteria Aspergillus flavus that grows on grains. It can be harmful to pets if consumed in significant quantities. No illnesses have been reported to the company in connection with this recall. The recalling firm is Sunshine Mills, Inc. You can see pictures of product packages at the FDA web site. The best if used by date on all of these products is 11 Feb 2022. The recalled items include Triumph wild Spirit Craft Dog Food Deboned Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe in 3.5 pound packages. The UPC number is 073657 008736 and the lot code is TD2 11/Feb/2021. Also recalled is Triumph Wild Spirit Craft Dog Food Deboned Chicken & Brown … [Read more...]
Dog Food Recall For Aflatoxin Updated With More Brands
The Sunshine Mills dog food recall for aflatoxin has been updated with more brands. This is an expansion of the recall initiated September 2, 2020. The FDA has determined that more corn-based pet food products produced between April 3 and April 5, 2020 may contain corn from a single load of corn with elevated aflatoxin levels. Aflatoxin is a mold by-product from the growth of Aspergillus flavus. It can be harmful or fatal to pets if consumed in large quantities. No illnesses have been reported to Sunshine Mills to date. You can see the long list of recalled products at the FDA web site. The affected products were distributed in retail stores within the United States. Principle Super Premium Natural Dog Food is exported exclusively to a distributor in Japan. Sportsman’s Pride … [Read more...]
Purina Recalls Beneful Wet Dog Food for Lack of Vitamins
Purina has issued a recall for Beneful wet dog that does not contain the recommended level of added vitamins and minerals. The recalled dog food was sold in 10-oz. tubs under the Beneful Prepared Meals, Beneful Chopped Blends and Pro Plan Savory Meals brands. The recalled flavors contain beef, chicken, pork, salmon or lamb. For detailed product information about the recall, click the preceding link. Consumers who have purchased the product can contact the company for a refund by calling 1-800-877-7919. … [Read more...]
Bravo Dog and Cat Food Recalled for Salmonella
Bravo Pet Foods of Manchester, CT is recalling some lots of Bravo Chicken Blend diet for dogs and cats because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. The pet food recall was issued after the Colorado State Department of Agriculture found Salmonella in a package of Bravo Chicken Blend diet for dogs and cats during routine testing. The recall includes: Bravo Blend Chicken diet for dogs and cats packaged in 2 lb. (32 oz.) chubs with "sell by" date 11/13/16 and UPC 829546314019. It was sold to distributors, retail stores and directly to customers through internet sales. Products that did not test positive for Salmonella but were manufactured on the same day are also being recalled. They include: Bravo Blend Chicken diet for dogs and cats sold in 5 lb chubs with the UPC 829546211059; … [Read more...]