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2/2/12
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- December 13, 2011 -
Advanced
Animal Nutrition
today announced a voluntary recall of its dry Dog Power
Dog Food- due to aflatoxin levels that were
detected above the acceptable limit. The affected products
were manufactured between Jan. 4, 2011, and Nov. 18, 2011.
No illnesses have been reported in association with these
products to date, and no other Advanced Animal Nutrition pet
food products are involved in this recall. Affected
products are:
** DOG POWER
ADULT MAINTENANCE FORMULA 21-12 Dog Food, 50 pound bags
** DOG POWER HUNTERS FORMULA 27-14 Dog Food, 50 pound bags
** DOG POWER HI-PRO PERFORMANCE FORMULA 26-18 Dog Food, 50
pound bags
The recall only
applies to the above products with the following Packaging
Date Codes (lot numbers): K0004 through K1322.
(UPDATED LOT NUMBERS ARE
4K1004 THRU 4K1322)
Details |
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12/14/11
- Updated 12/28/11 by FDA
Petrus Feed and
Seed Stores, Inc.
today announced a voluntary recall of its dry dog food – 21%
Protein Dog Food in 40 lb Petrus Feed bags. The product is
being recalled because the product was manufactured with
corn which tested above acceptable levels for Aflatoxin.
Aflatoxin is a mold that can be toxic.
Details |
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12/08/11
Advanced
Animal Nutrition
today announced a voluntary recall
of its dry Dog Power Dog Food-
due to aflatoxin levels
that were detected above the acceptable limit. The affected
products were manufactured between Jan. 4, 2011, and Nov.
18, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association
with these products to date, and no other Advanced Animal
Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall.
Details |
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12/07/11 Cargill
Animal Nutrition
today announced a voluntary recall of two regional
brands of its dry dog food – River Run and Marksman
– due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above
the acceptable limit. The affected products were
manufactured at Cargill’s Lecompte, Louisiana,
facility between Dec. 1, 2010, and Dec. 1, 2011.
Details |
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12/06/11
P&G VOLUNTARILY RECALLS ONE PRODUCTION LOT OF DRY
DOG FOOD
CINCINNATI, OH December 6, 2011 – The Procter &
Gamble Company (P&G) has voluntarily
retrieved a single production lot of dry dog food
due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the
acceptable limit. This product has already been
retrieved from store shelves. No illnesses have been
reported in association with this production lot to
date, and no other Iams pet food products are
involved.
Product affected
by this announcement:
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Product Name |
Version |
Code Date |
UPC Code |
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Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog
food
with Use By or Expiration Dates of February
5 or
February 6, 2013 |
7.0 lb bag |
12784177I6 |
1901402305 |
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8.0 lb bag |
12794177D2
12794177D3 |
1901410208 |
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17.5 lb bag |
12794177K1
12794177K2 |
1901401848 |
The affected
product lot was distributed to a limited number of
retailers located in the eastern United
States (AL, CT, DE, FL, GA, LA, MD, ME, MS, NC, NH,
NJ, NY, PA, SC, VA). These retailers have
already removed this product from store shelves. No
other dry dog food, dry cat food, dog or cat canned
food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by
this announcement.
While no health
effects related to this product have been reported,
P&G retrieved this product as a
precautionary measure. Consumers who purchased the
product listed should stop using the product and
discard it and contact Iams at the number below for
a replacement voucher. Aflatoxin is a naturally
occurring by-product from the growth of Aspergillus
flavus and can be harmful to pets if consumed in
significant quantities. Pets which have consumed
this product and exhibit symptoms of illness
including
sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance
to eat, vomiting, yellowish tint to the eyes or
gums,
or diarrhea should be seen by a veterinarian.
For further information or a
product replacement or refund contact P&G toll-free
at 866-908-1569
(Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST) or
www.iams.com. |
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We have received notification from the FDA regarding
the use of chicken jerky treats for cats and dogs.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has seen
an increase in the number of complaints about dog
illnesses, specifically kidney disease, associated
with consumption of chicken jerky products. There
are no specific manufacturers named however it
includes any Chicken Jerky products (soft and hard)
imported from China for use in dogs and cats. FDA
scientists have been unable to determine the cause
of the illness, and have failed to identify a
contaminant despite chemical and microbial testing.
In a warning posted Nov. 18, the FDA warns consumers
that chicken jerky products in the form of chicken
tenders, strips or treats, could cause illnesses in
pets. In September 2007, the FDA issued a cautionary
warning about chicken jerky products followed by a
Preliminary Animal Health Notification in December
2008. The FDA reports that the number of complaints
dropped off near the end of 2009 and continued to
decrease throughout 2010. In the last 12 months,
however, the FDA says it is seeing complaints rise
once again.
The FDA advises families to watch pets closely for
symptoms of illness after feeding chicken jerky
products and it is recommended if you have any of
these products in your possession to dispose of them
appropriately. The symptoms may occur anywhere
within hours to days after feeding the dog the
product. Consumers and veterinarians should watch
closely for the following symptoms:
• Decreased appetite
• Decreased activity
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea (sometimes with blood)
• Increased water consumption
• Increased urination
The FDA is recommending that pet owners consult
their veterinarian if these symptoms are severe or
persist for more than 24 hours. Many reports to the
FDA have shown that blood and urine tests could
indicate kidney failure with exposure to these
products. Some reports have also involved dogs that
died.
Veterinarians and pet owners can report cases of
animal illness associated with chicken jerky
products to the FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator
in their state, or report a pet food complaint
online.
The best source is the FDA website where recalls are
announced: www.fda.gov/safety/recalls/default.htm
You can call the FDA
at:
888-463-6332 but it can be hard to get through at
times.
Please pass this on to all your friends with cats &
dogs. It could save a life! |
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11/18/11
The
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is again cautioning
consumers that chicken jerky products for dogs
(also sold as chicken tenders, strips or
treats) may be associated with illness in dogs. In the last
12 months, FDA has seen an increase in the number of
complaints it received of dog illnesses associated with
consumption of chicken jerky products imported from China.
These complaints have been reported to FDA by dog owners and
veterinarians.
Details |
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8/8/11
Merrick
Pet Care,
Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling a single lot of its
Doggie Wishbone pet treat
(ITEM # 29050,
UPC # 2280829050, Lot 11031 Best By 30 Jan 2013) because
they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Merrick Pet Care has made the decision to recall the Doggie
Wishbone pet treats in the abundance of caution. Details |
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7/29/11
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company (NPPC) is voluntarily
recalling a limited number of 3.5- and 7-pound bags of its
Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ Dry Cat Food
from a single production run
and shipped to customers in 12 states in December 2010.
This is being done because some bags of the product have
been found to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Only Purina ONE Vibrant Maturity 7+ Dry Cat Food with both
the “Best By” date and the production code shown are
included in this voluntary recall Details |
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6/27/11
Nestlé
Purina PetCare Company (NPPC) is voluntarily recalling
approximately 870 bags of dry cat food shipped to Colorado,
Idaho and Oregon.
This is being
done as a precautionary measure, as the product has the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Details |
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6/3/11
Bravo!
is voluntarily
recalling select boxes of
Bravo! Pig Ears Chews
because it
has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
The products affected by this recall includes only Bravo! 50
ct bulk Oven roasted Pig Ears.
Details |
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5/30/11
Primal Pet Foods has
initiated a voluntary recall of their Feline Chicken &
Salmon Formula
with a "Best By" date code of 043112-17 because this
product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The only
product affected is limited to Feline Chicken & Salmon
Formula with a "Best By" date code of 043112-17.
Details |
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5/17/11
Boss Pet Products, Inc.
announced that it is recalling its Diggers Natural Treat Pig
Ear pet treats
because the
products have the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella. Boss Pet has been notified by one of its
suppliers, Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc., that a batch of
Keys’ pig ear treats tested positive for Salmonella.
Details |
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5/17/11
Blackman Industries, Inc.
recalls Primetime Brand 2 CT. and 5 CT. Premium Pig Ears and
KC Beefhide Brand 20 CT. Premium Pig Ears
because of
possible salmonella health risk.
Details |
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/4/11
Keys Manufacturing Company,
Inc. of Paris, IL is recalling Pig Ears for Pet Treats
because it has the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk
to humans from handling contaminated pet products.
Details |
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3/10/11
FDA
Advises Veterinarians of Recent Recall of Human Drug,
Phenobarbitol
Details |
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3/9/11
Jones Natural Chews Co
of Rockford, IL is recalling 2705 boxes of Pig Ears because
it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans
from handling contaminated pet products.
More information |
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3/1/11
WellPet LLC.
announced today it has
voluntarily recalled certain lots of Wellness® canned cat
food. While recent laboratory testing found that most lots
of Wellness canned cat food that were tested contain
sufficient amounts of thiamine (also known as Vitamin B1),
some of the lots listed below might contain less than
adequate levels of thiamine.
More information |
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1/28/11
Merrick Pet Care,
Inc.
of Amarillo, Texas is recalling the Jr. Texas Taffy pet
treat (ITEM # 27077, UPC # 02280827077, All Lots up to and
including 10364) because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Salmonella.
More information |
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10/11/10
Blue
Buffalo Company, Ltd.,
recalls certain dry dog food
because of possible excess Vitamin D that can affect the
health of some dogs.
The Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd., is recalling certain
packages of its Wilderness Chicken, Basics Salmon and Large
Breed Adult Chicken dry dog foods sold under thc "BLUE"
brand which have the potential to contain excessive levels
of Vitamin D..
Details |
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9/4/10
Hartz Mountain Corp.
recalls
Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats. The
Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily recalling one
specific lot of Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs due
to concerns that one or more bags within the lot may have
been potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz is
fully cooperating with the US Food and Drug Administration
in this voluntary recall.
details |
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8/4/10
Merrick Pet
Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July
2,2010 recall of 100z "Beef Filet Squares for Dogs
(Texas Hold'Ems)" pet treat (ITEM #
60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include
83 cases of "Texas Hold'ems" (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127
BEST BY MAY 6, 2012) because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals
and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet
products.
details
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8/2/10
P&G
Expands
Voluntary Limited Recall of
Specialized
(Iams
and Eukanuba)
Dry Pet Foods due
to Possible Health Risk
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7/27/10
P&G Recalls Two Lots of Prescription Renal Diet Cat Food due
to a Possible Health Risk
is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its
prescription renal dry cat food as a precautionary measure,
as it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.
(Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal)
DETAILS
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7/16/10
Feline’s
Pride
is
expanding its July 1, 2010 voluntary recall of
Feline’s Pride Raw food with ground bone for cats and
kittens,
Natural
Chicken Formula,
Net Wt. 2.5 lbs. (1.13 kg., 40 oz.) produced on 6/10/10
to include the product produced on 6/21/10,
because it may be contaminated with Salmonella
DETAILS |
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7/2/10
Merrick Pet Care, Inc.
of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 86
cases of its 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” pet treats
(ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY
MARCH 24, 2012) because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Salmonella. DETAILS |
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7/2/10
United Pet
Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily expanding its recent
recall of its Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement tablets
for Dogs
to include additional pet nutritional supplement products
for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella
contamination. The list of recalled products is provided
below. The Food and Drug Administration is aware of this
recall.
DETAILS |
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7/1/10
Feline’s
Pride is announcing a voluntary recall of
Feline’s Pride Raw food
with ground bone for cats and kittens,
Natural Chicken Formula, Net Wt. 2.5 lbs. (1.13 kg., 40 oz.)
produced on 6/10/10
Details |
6/22/10
United
Pet Group Voluntarily Recalls Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin
Supplement for Dogs Because of Possible Salmonella Health
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DETAILS
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6/18/10
Natural Balance Pet Food,
Sweet Potato &
Chicken Dry Dog Food
DETAILS |
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6/09/10
P&G
Recalls Specific Canned Cat Foods
Due to Low Levels of Thiamine (Vitamin
B1)
Details |
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4/13/10
Response Products, Broken
Bow, NE is voluntarily
recalling
Cetyl M for
Dogs, lot numbers
1210903
and 0128010, due to a
possible Salmonella contamination
from the hydrolyzed vegetable protein component provided by
Basic Foods of Las Vegas, NV. Tests conducted by Basic Foods
to detect Salmonella produced negative results; however,
Response Products has determined to recall the
above-referenced lots.
Details |
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3/9/10
Nature's
Variety
Expands
Nationwide
Voluntary
Recall
to Include All Raw Frozen Chicken Diets
with Any "Best If Used By" Date On or
Before 2/5/11.
Details |
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1/22/10
Nipro
GlucoPro Insulin Syringes:
Recall
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Please be advised if you, any of your family or any of your
pets are diabetic -
Details |
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12/9/09
Pet
Carousel has initiated a recall of all Pig Ears
and all
varieties of Beef Hoof
pet treats
because the
products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The problem
was discovered after FDA testing found positive results for
Salmonella in pig ears and beef hoof products.
Details |
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