Diamond Pet Foods is recalling Naturals Lamb Meal and Rice dog food because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. So far, no illnesses have been reported. Food Poisoning Bulletin reports on pet food as well as human food because those handling pet foods can contract infections if it is contaminated, and children, especially, are at risk for infection if any bacteria are around the pet's mouth. Pets with Salmonella infections exhibit the same symptoms as people infected with that bacteria. Fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea and vomiting are symptoms of Salmonella poisoning. Product details: Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 6 pounds Production code: DLR0101D3XALW Best before 04 Jan 2013 Diamond Naturals Lamb & Rice 20 pound Production code: … [Read more...]
Hartz Mountain Recalls Wardley® Tropical Flake Fish Food
Hartz Mountain Corporation of Secaucus, New Jersey is recalling four specific lots of Wardley® Advanced Nutrition™ Perfect Protein™ Tropical Flake Fish Food because it may be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. There is a risk that young children, the elderly, and those with chronic health problems could contact Salmonella after handling the product. Product details: Shipped nationally from December 20, 2011 through March 15, 2012 7,056 1-ounce containers UPC number 0-43324-00591-7 Lot codes: PP34911 PP34912 PP35011 PP35012 The company hasn't received any reports of animals or humans getting sick from contact with this product. The product is being removed from stores and distribution centers. If you have purchased this product, make sure that the lot … [Read more...]
Three Brand Names Associated With Problematic Dog Treats
News sources are reporting that three names are associated with the chicken jerky treats that are apparently sickening and killing some dogs. The FDA has logged complaints from vets and pet owners. Three brands are mentioned in the so-called "Priority 1" cases, where the animal was under the age of 11 and medical records were provided: Waggin' Train jerky treats or tenders produced by Nestle Purina PetCare Co. Canyon Creek Ranch jerky treats or tenders, produced by Nestle Purina PetCare Co. Milto's Kitchen Home-style Dog Treats, produced by Del Monte Corp. Both companies say their treats are safe. FDA has said repeated testing of the dogs have shown no tie to any one brand. That's why the government has not recalled any of these products. If you have purchased chicken … [Read more...]
Cargill Recalls Goat Pellets
Cargill Animal Nutrition is recalling Nutrena NatureWise® Goat Pellets because of a labeling error. The bags should have stated that the feed included Decoquinate, a medication for the prevention of coccidiossis. The medication is not approved for lactating goats. The pellets were manufactured in Montgomery, Alabana on December 31, 2011, February 18, 2012, and February 25, 2012. They were sold in five states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and North Carolina. Product details: NatureWise® Goat Pellet 16 in 50 pound bags Lot Code 1MG1365 and Date Code 1MG1DEC31 Lot Code 3MG2049 and Date Code 3MG2FEB18 Lot Code 1MG2056 and Date Code 1MG2FEB25 If you have purchased this product, return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For more … [Read more...]
FDA Cautions Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky
The FDA is reminding consumers that chicken jerky products for dogs, sold as chicken tenders, strips, or treats that are imported from China may be associated with illness in dogs. The FDA issued a cautionary warning about those products in September 2007, and a Preliminary Animal Health Notification in December 2008. The number of complaints from pet owners decreased, but in 2011 the complaints rose again. In fact, there have been more than 600 reports of illness in the last few months. Those products are intended for a treat only, and are not a substitute for a balanced diet. If you feed your dog chicken jerky products, watch for signs of a Fanconi syndrome-like illness: Decreased appetite Decreased activity level vomiting diarrhea, sometimes bloody Increased water … [Read more...]
Feed for Horses Recalled
Western Feed, LLC is voluntarily recalling two lots of horse feed because it may contain the medication monensin sodium (Rumensin). Some horses have died as a result of eating this product. Initial testing by a private lab found the presence of Rumensin in two lots. Rumensin can be fatal to horses if fed at high levels. Retailers have been told to remove this product from their stores. Product details:Kountry Buffet 14% feedPackaged in 50 pound bags bearing the Payback logoAttached tag identifying the product as Kountry Buffet 14%Lot numbers M718430 and M720280 are found near the bottom of the tag, below the Feeding DirectionsFeed was distributed December 2, 2011 through December 15, 2011Sold to retailers in Nebraska and Wyoming The symptoms of toxicity can vary with the … [Read more...]
Pet Food Recalls
Food Poisoning Bulletin has decided to add pet food recalls to our roster, for several reasons. First, pets are members of the family. Secondly, children can eat pet foods out of curiosity or mischievousness. And finally, people sometimes eat pet food for financial reasons. There are many pet food recalls that are currently active. The best way to get up to date is to check out the FDA's pet food recall list. That list represents all pet food recalled since March 2007, and the information is current as of January 12, 2012. We'll list the current recalls as they occur. … [Read more...]
