More Aflatoxin Related Recalls

My Two Cents:
When recalls happen back to back (due to the same issue), it is an indication that these companies use the same manufacturing plants and/or supplier of ingredients.

In my opinion, recalls show a lack of quality control and attention to detail. What is needed is a pet food company that:

1) Uses high quality ingredients
2) Implements excellent quality control measures
3) Manufactures its products in house
4) Tests all ingredients for contaminates before they are used.


On to the Recalls...

Petrus Feed and Seed Stores
Petrus Feed and Seed Stores, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of its 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. The affected products were manufactured at Cargill’s manufacturing facility.

The recall only applies to the above products with the following Packaging Date Codes (lot numbers): 4K1011 through 4K1335

Consumers who have purchased the products above are urged to return affected products to their place of purchase for a full refund.

For more information, contact 318-443-2259, Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Saturday, 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM.


O’Neal’s Feeders Supply
O’Neal’s Feeders Supply, Inc has issued a voluntary recall of its dry Arrow Brand Dog Food because it contains corn which was detected to have higher than the acceptable levels of aflatoxin.

Affected products include:

* ARROWBRAND 21% Dog Chunks SKU #807 40 lb. bag

* ARROWBRAND Super Proeaux Dog Food SKU #812 40 lb. bag

* ARROWBRAND Professional Formula Dog Food SKU #814 50 lb. bag

The recall only applies to the above products with the following Packaging Date Codes (lot numbers): 4K0341 through 4K0365 and 04K1001 through 4K1325.

Consumers who have purchased the products above are urged to return affected products to their place of purchase for a full refund.

For more information, contact 800-256-2769 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.


Signs of Aflatoxin Poisoning
Signs of aflatoxin poisoning in pets include: lethargy, reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums, and severe or bloody diarrhea. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet is displaying any of these signs.

Advanced Animal Nutrition Recall

Advanced Animal Nutrition has issued a voluntary recall of its dry Dog Power Dog Food.

Affected products include:

* 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.

These products have been recalled due to aflatoxin levels that were above the acceptable limit.

Aflatoxin is a toxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus and can cause serious illness or death in pets.

Signs of aflatoxin poisoning in pets include: lethargy, reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums, and severe or bloody diarrhea. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet is displaying any of these signs.

Consumers who have purchased the products above are urged to discontinue use and return affected products to their place of purchase for a full refund.

For more information, contact 866-648-7646.

Cargill Dry Dog Food Recall

Cargill Animal Nutrition has issued a voluntary recall of its River Run and Marksman dry dog food.

Affected products include:

* PROFESSIONAL FORMULA RIVER RUN HI-NRG 24-20 Dog Food, 50 pound bags

* RIVER RUN PROFESSIONAL FORMULA 27-18 Dog Food, 50 pound bags

* RIVER RUN 21% Protein Dog Food, 40 and 50 pound bags

* RIVER RUN Hi-Pro No-Soy Dog Food, 40 and 50 pound bags

* MARKSMAN DOG FOOD 24% Protein 20% Fat, 40 pound bags

* MARKSMAN DOG FOOD 20% Protein 10% Fat, 40 and 50 pound bags

* MARKSMAN DOG FOOD 28% Protein 18% Fat, 40 pound bags

The recall only applies to the above products with the following Packaging Date Codes (lot numbers): 4K0335 through 4K0365, LL0335 through LL0365, 4K1001 through 4K1335 and LL1001 through LL1335.

These products have been recalled because they may contain aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a toxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus and can cause serious illness or death in pets.

Signs of aflatoxin poisoning in pets include: lethargy, reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums, and severe or bloody diarrhea. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet is displaying any of these signs.

Consumers who have purchased the products above are urged to discontinue use and return affected products to their place of purchase for a full refund.

For more information go to www.cargill.com/feed/dog-food-recall or call toll free 855-460-1532.

Iams Recall

The Proctor & Gamble Company has issued a voluntary recall of Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food with Use By or Expiration Dates of February 5 or February 6, 2013.

Affected bags include:

* 7.0 lb bag with Code Date of 12784177I6 and UPC Code of 1901402305

* 8.0 lb bag with Code Date of 12794177D2 and UPC Code of 1901410208

* 8.0 lb bag with Code Date of 12794177D3 and UPC Code of 1901410208

* 17.5 lb bag with Code Date of 12794177K1 and UPC Code of 1901401848

* 17.5 lb bag with Code Date of 12794177K2 and UPC Code of 1901401848

These products have been recalled because they may contain aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a toxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus and can cause serious illness or death in pets.

Signs of aflatoxin poisoning in pets include: lethargy, reluctance to eat, yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums, and severe or bloody diarrhea. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet is displaying any of these signs.

Consumers who have purchased the products above are urged to discontinue use, discard the product and contact Iams for a replacement voucher.

For more information and for a product voucher contact Iams toll free at 866-908-1569 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 6 pm Eastern Time.