Bailey's Choice Recall Expanded

The Bailey's Choice Dog Treat recall has expanded to the following lots:

• 100% Chicken Treat Lot “Jun 2 2013″
• 100% Chicken Treat Lot “Jun 3 2013″
• 100% Chicken Breast Treat Lot “Jun 4 2013″
• 100% Chicken Treat Lot “Jun 15 2013″
• 100% Chicken Treat Lot “Jul 8 2013″
• 100% Chicken Treat Lot “Jul 11 2013″
• 100% Teriyaki Chicken Treats Lot 132881

The Bailey's Choice Dog recall was issued due to possible contamination of the treats with Salmonella bacteria.

Consumers who have purchased these Lots can receive a refund by contacting Bailey's Choice. They can be reached at 770-881-0526, by email at thomdo4570@gmail.com or online at www.baileyschoicetreats.com

Bailey's Choice Recall

Bailey’s Choice Dog Treats has issued a voluntary recall of their chicken jerky treats due to Salmonella contamination.

Products Include:

 * Lot #132881 - June 5, 2013
 * Lot #132881 - August 28, 2013

These two lots tested positive for salmonella.

(These are the current dates on Bailey's Choice's Website, I've seen other dates on other websites announcing this recall - Therefore it is probably best to avoid  Lot #132881 for all dates)

Consumers who have purchased these Lots can receive a refund by contacting Bailey's Choice. They can be reached at 770-881-0526, by email at thomdo4570@gmail.com or online at www.baileyschoicetreats.com



Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans. If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with. The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Circovirus Update

There has been a lot in the news lately about a new canine viral outbreak (circovirus) in the Midwest.

There is a lot of information and misinformation being circulated in the press about this topic. It is a complex topic, especially since the exact cause of the illnesses and deaths are still fuzzy.

Here is an update on the situation where officials from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Indiana State Board of Animal Health, and Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine are interviewed: http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20131010/LOCAL/310109950/1002

Hopefully this article will calm some fears.

For those of you who are not aware of the situation, here is an article by Dr. Patrick Mahaney to help get you up to speed: http://www.pawnation.com/2013/10/08/circovirus-linked-to-multiple-deaths-of-michigan-dogs/

Dogs that were taken to the vet when signs first appeared had the best outcomes. Signs included: vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, lethargy, and vasculitis which can manifest as skin lesions.

If you see any of these signs in your pets, see your veterinarian.

Joey's Jerky Chicken Recall

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as issued a recall of Joey’s Jerky Chicken jerky treats due to possible contamination with Salmonella bacteria.

A total of 21 people in Merrimack and Hillsborough Counties have been identified with the same strain of the illness, but no deaths have occurred.

Joey’s Jerky is produced in New Hampshire and the manufacturer, Kritter’s Kitchen Kreations, LLC, has voluntarily recalled all of the product.

Joey’s Jerky was sold at the following six stores: America’s Pet in Hudson, Blue Seal in Bow, K9 Kaos in Dover, Osborne’s Agway in Concord, Sandy’s Pet Food Center in Concord, and The Yellow Dogs Barn in Barrington.

Through investigation and interviewing the ill people, the DHHS Bureau of Infectious Disease Control determined that the jerky treats were implicated in spreading Salmonella. Confirmation through laboratory testing of the jerky is pending at the New Hampshire Public Health Labs.

DHHS is asking people to check if they have any of these jerky treats at home and to discard them.


Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Purina One Beyond Dog Food Recall

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is recalling a limited number of its 3.5-pound bags of Purina ONE beyond - Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food due to possible Salmonella contamination.

The product affected is:

Bag Size - 3.5 lb.
“Best By” Date & Production Code* - OCT 2014 31071083
UPC Code - 17800 12679

*”Best By” Date and Production Code are found on the back or bottom of the bag.

No additional Purina or Purina ONE dog or cat products are involved in this recall at this time.

Consumers who have purchased Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult Dry Dog Food products with the specific “Best By” Date and Production Code should discontinue feeding the product and discard it.

For further information or to obtain a product refund, please call Nestlé Purina toll-free at 1-800-473-8546, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.


Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Goldenfeast Bird Food Recall

Goldenfeast® Inc. is recalling several exotic bird food blends due to possible contamination of Salmonella from parsley flake ingredients supplied to Goldenfeast® Inc. by Specialty Commodities, Inc.

For a list of affected products, visit: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm366526.htm

Customers who have purchased any of the products listed are urged to contact Goldenfeast® at 800-344-6536 between the hours and 9 am and 5 pm. EST, Monday through Friday, for instruction on product return.


Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Iverhart Plus Recall Expanded

Virbac has expanded their recall of Iverhart Plus Flavored Chewable heartworm preventative. This is an extension of their recall in April 2013.

The recall was issued because several lots are below the Ivermectin potency levels needed to protect dogs from heartworm disease.

For a list of affected lot numbers, visit: http://www.petmd.com/news/alerts-recalls/nws-dg-virbac-expands-recall-iverhart-plus-flavored-chewables#.UhfV3e4wmXK

For questions or concerns about the Iverhart Plus recall, please contact Virbac Technical Services at 1-800-338-3659 ext. 3052.

Iams and Eukanuba Recall

Proctor and Gamble (P&G) is voluntarily recalling certain lots of its dry pet food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Samonella.

For a list of products affected by this recall, visit:
http://news.pg.com/press-release/pg-corporate-announcements/pg-voluntarily-recalls-limited-quantity-dry-pet-food-due-po

Consumers who purchased a product listed below should stop using the product and discard it and contact P&G toll-free at 800-208-0172 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST), or via website at www.iams.com or www.eukanuba.com.


Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Dogswell Jerky Treat Recall

Arthur Dogswell LLC is voluntarily withdrawing certain Dogswell and Catswell brand jerky treats.

These products may contain trace amounts of an antibiotic residue that has not been approved for use in the United States.

The company is taking this action after learning this week that the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (“NYSDAM”) found trace amounts of this antibiotic during a routine product sampling.

Products Affected:
Chicken Breast and Duck Breast jerky under the Breathies, Happy Heart, Happy Hips, Mellow Mut, Shape Up, Veggie Life, Vitality, and Vitakitty brands with a “Best Before” date of January 28th, 2015 or any earlier date.

The “Best Before” date can be found stamped in black ink on the back of the package on the bottom right hand side.

No other products are affected.

Additionally, Chicken Breast and Duck Breast jerky products with a “Best Before” date of January 29th, 2015 and later have been fully tested for these antibiotics and are not affected.

In the event that a consumer has in their possession any of the affected products, they should contact Dogswell to arrange for a full refund by calling 1-888-559-8833 from 8AM to 5PM PST, Monday through Friday.

Abady Dog Food Recall

The Robert Abady Dog and Cat Food Corporation is recalling two frozen diets because they tested positive for Salmonella by the FDA.

Affected products:
* Abady Frozen High Stress/High Performance Dog Food 3 lbs
* Abady Frozen Growth Formula for Puppies of the Large & Giant Breed 3 lbs.

Customers with questions can contact the company at 877-99ABADY.

Hartz Fish Food Recall

The Hartz Mountain Corporation is recalling one specific lot of Wardley Betta Fish Food (1.2 oz. size) because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Affected Product:

Wardley Betta Fish Food - 1.2 oz size, UPC number 0-43324-01648, Lot Code PP06331 (located on the bottom)

Consumers with questions or to obtain reimbursement for purchased product contact Hartz Consumer Affairs at 1-800-275-1414 (24 hours/day 7 days/week).



Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Natura Pet Recall Again (Evo, Innova and more)

Natura Pet Food is recalling lots of their dog, cat and ferret food products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Products affected include:

Innova Dry dog and cat food and biscuits/bars/treats
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

EVO dry dog, cat and ferret food and biscuits/bars/treats
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

California Natural dry dog and cat foods and biscuits/bars/treats
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

Healthwise dry dog and cat foods
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

Karma dry dog foods
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

Mother Nature biscuits/bars/treats
All Lot Codes, All UPC’s, All package sizes
All expiration dates prior to 6-10-2014

For further information or a product replacement or refund call Natura toll-free at 800-224-6123. (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST).


Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause severe gastrointestinal disease. It can also affect other organ systems as well. Typical signs associated with Salmonella in pets include but are not limited to: vomiting, diarrhea, diarrhea with blood, lethargy, depression, weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, fever, and abdominal pain.

Animals that don't show clinical signs can also be carriers of Salmonella and pass it to other pets and humans.

If your pet has any signs or has ingested the product mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian.

Salmonella can also affect humans and there is a risk if you or someone you know has come in contact with pet food, treats or supplements contaminated with Salmonella, this includes dry products. The elderly, children and immunocompromised individuals are most at risk.

To reduce risk of infection, people should wash their hands with hot soapy water after touching pet foods and surfaces pet foods have come in contact with.

The clinical signs are similar as in pets. If you or anyone you know is showing signs of illness after coming in contact with this product, contact your health care provider.

Vitae Bird Seed Recall

Merit Bird Company, LLC is recalling certain lots of bird seed because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Affected products include:

* Vitae Cockatiel with Sunflower 2lbs, (#2840081)
* Vitae Cockatiel with Sunflower 4lbs, (#2840090)
* Vitae Small Hookbill 4lbs, (#2840225)
* Vitae Small Hookbill 20lbs, (#2840234)
* Vitae Hookbill with Sunflower 4lbs, (#2840252)
* Vitae Large Hookbill 4lbs, (#2840279)

All were shipped between May 2012 to February 2013.

The company suggests that consumers with the above lots return them immediately to the place of purchase or Merit Bird Company for a full refund.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-818-727-1655. Monday-Friday 9am-4pm, Pacific Standard Time.

Natura Recall Expands Again

Natura Pet Products is voluntarily expanding its March 29, 2013 recall of dry pet foods because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The expanded recall now includes ALL dry pet food products and treats with expiration dates prior to and including March 24, 2014.

Affected products include ALL DRY pet food products and treats (for dogs, cats, and ferrets) with expiration dates prior to and including March 24, 2014 for the following brands:

* Innova
* 
EVO

* Karma
* 
HealthWise
* California Natural

Includes all Sizes, UPC and Lot Codes

No canned wet food or biscuits are affected by this announcement.


For additional information, consumers may visit www.naturapet.com. For a product replacement or refund call Natura toll-free at 800-224-6123. (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST).

Breeder's Choice Recall

Breeder's Choice has issued a recall of Active Care Biscuits-Healthy Dog Treats due to the discover of mold in one of the lot's of dog treats.


The Affected Product Is:

Product Code/SKU/ Material #: BCP-080

UPC Code: 0130104895

Size: 24 oz.

Product Name: Active Care Biscuits-Healthy Dog Treats

Best Before Code: 19/Dec/2013

The press release from the manufacturer indicates the mold seems to have occurred due to varying dryer temperature settings for drying biscuits. This exposed the recalled product to excess moisture and has since been remedied.

Common symptoms associated with mold exposure include gastrointestinal issues such as loose stool. Pet owners who fed their pets the recalled biscuits should watch for symptoms that may develop.

For more information, call the Central Customer Care line at (866) 500-6286 or visit goactivedog.com.

Free Eye Exams for Service Dogs

In May, the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists will host complimentary eye screenings for service dogs.

Board certified veterinary ophthalmologists in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico will donate their time and services.

Service Dog groups include: therapy dogs, search and rescue dogs, guide dogs, police dogs, handicapped assistance dogs, and detection dogs. Service Dogs must meet criteria listed on ACVO's website.

Registration for 2013 is now open.  For more information visit The ACVO Eye Exam Website

Iverhart Plus Recall

Virbac has issued a recall of six lots of their Iverhart Plus Flavored Chewable heartworm preventative.

The recall was issued because these lots failed to meet stability specifications during the life of the product.

The lot numbers affected are:

Lot 120076 (Large 51-100 pounds)
Lot 120086 (Large 51-100 pounds)
Lot 120856 (Large 51-100 pounds)
Lot 120202 (Medium 26-50 pounds)
Lot 120196 (Small up to 25 pounds)
Lot 120844 (Small up to 25 pounds)

The recalled lots may not fully protect dogs from heartworm disease.

For questions or concerns about the Iverhart Plus recall, please contact Virbac Technical Services at 1-800-338-3659 ext. 3052.

Purina Care Pet Insurance Restructuring

Purina Care Pet Insurance is selling the policies of its 12,000 policyholders to its competitor PetHealth Inc.

Those of you who currently have a insurance policy with Purina Care or are thinking of buying a policy with Purina Care, call them to see how the restructuring will affect you. In particular, ask how the restructuring will affect you at renewal time.

Questions to ask include: Will you have the same medical and monetary coverage or will it be reduced? Will your premium go up?

(PetHealth,Inc. mentioned in the articles is the owner of 24 Pet Watch Pet insurance)

Bravo! Raw Food Diet Recall

Bravo! is recalling three of its raw diet foods for dogs and cats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Products affected:

* 5 lb. Bravo! Chicken Balance frozen raw diet chubs (tubes) with "best used by" dates of 3_6_15 and 3_12_15 imprinted on the side of the plastic casing. Only 26 cases with the 3_6_15 date were distributed nationally and 36 cases with 3_12_15 date were distributed nationally.

* 2 lb. Bravo! Chicken Blend frozen raw diet chubs (tubes) with the "best used by" date of 3_21_15 imprinted on the side of the plastic casing. Only 67 cases with 3_21_15 date were distributed nationally.

* 5 lb. Bravo! Beef Blend Burgers bags with the "best used by" dates of 3_21_15 and 3_22_15 imprinted on the back panel of the plastic bag. Only 47 cases with the 3_21_15 date were distributed nationally and 55 cases with the 3_22_15 date were distributed nationally.

According to the company:

"This recall is being issued out of an abundance of caution, as while these products tested for pathogens by an independent third party prior to distribution, they were run on the same day or an adjacent day to a product that tested positive for pathogens."


This recall is an extension of the recall of 2 lb. Bravo! Chicken Blend frozen raw diet tubes (chubs) packaged on June 14, 2012. In that recall the Minnesota Department of Agriculture found Salmonella bacteria in routine sample tests.

Bravo! is allowing concerned pet owners to return unopened frozen tubes of food and patties to the store where purchased for a full refund. Pet owners should dispose of unopened product in a safe manner (example, a securely covered trash receptacle). Consumers who believe they have opened these products at home should just dispose of the product in a safe manner and contact the retailer where they purchased their product for a full refund.

For more information on the Bravo recall, please visit www.bravorawdiet.com or call toll free (866) 922-9222 Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (EST).

Barf World Recall

Barf World has issued a recall of three of its raw dog food products due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Products affected:

BARF LAMB PATTIES - Use By Date 07/27/13
BARF COMBO PATTIES - Use By Date 07/27/13
BARF COMBO PATTIES - (BULK) Use By Date 07/27/13

For more information on this recall visit http://www.barfworld.com/html/IPEzine/TIP_13_2013.html and http://www.barfworld.com/html/Surveys/Rec07272012FAQs.shtml

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 If you feel your pet has gotten sick after eating this food or any pet food:

1) See your veterinarian
2) Contact the FDA to report the adverse event. http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
3) Contact your State Department of Agriculture
4) Contact the Pet Food Manufacturer
5) Save the pet food and packaging as the FDA and State Department of Agriculture investigators may ask for it. Make sure you wash your hands well if you are touching the food. Make sure your pets cannot get to it.

Many adverse pet food events go unreported, causing contaminated foods to stay on store shelves longer than they should.

Natura Recall Expanded

Natura Pet Products is expanding its recall of dry pet food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

Sampling conducted by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and the Georgia Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of Salmonella in additional dry cat food and a cat pet treat. In an abundance of caution, Natura is also recalling product made in the surrounding timeframe. This affects dry foods only; no canned wet food is affected by this announcement.

For a list of affected products visit http://www.fda.gov/downloads/Safety/Recalls/UCM345972.pdf

For additional information, customers may visit www.naturapet.com. For further information or a product replacement or refund call Natura toll-free at 800-224-6123. (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM CST).

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 If you feel your pet has gotten sick after eating this food or any pet food:

1) See your veterinarian
2) Contact the FDA to report the adverse event. http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
3) Contact your State Department of Agriculture
4) Contact the Pet Food Manufacturer
5) Save the pet food and packaging as the FDA and State Department of Agriculture investigators may ask for it. Make sure you wash your hands well if you are touching the food. Make sure your pets cannot get to it.

Many adverse pet food events go unreported, causing contaminated foods to stay on store shelves longer than they should.

Iams Dog Treat Recall

Proctor and Gamble has issued a voluntary recall of its Iams Shakeables Turkey and Lamb Dog Treats due to the potential for mold growth.

Affected Products Lot Numbers:

Iams Shakeables Turkey, 6oz
[2342]419715A
[2325]419715A
[2331]419715A
[2332]419715A
[2341]419715A
[3016]419715A
[3017]419715A
[3018]419715A
[3046]419715A

Iams Shakeables Lamb, 6oz
[2338]419715A

To find the lot code, look at the first 4 numbers of the second line on the bottom of the can.

Customers with questions can call Proctor and Gamble (Iams) at 1-877-894-4458 or visit the fact sheet online at http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=196265&p=factset40

Natura Pet Recall (Evo, Innova and more)

Natura Pet is recalling certain lots of their dog, cat and ferret food products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The FDA has confirmed the presence of salmonella in one of their products.


Brands include:

* Innova
* Evo
* California Natural
* HealthWise


For a list of affected lot numbers visit:
http://www.naturapet.com/voluntary_recall/Natura%20-%20Affected%20Products.pdf

Consumers with questions or concerns can visit the company website at  http://www.naturapet.com/recall or call 1-800-244-6123.

MDA Issues Warning on Two Raw Pet Foods

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting consumers to avoid feeding or handling two separate brands of poultry-based raw pet food after the MDA laboratory found Salmonella bacteria in routine sample tests.

The brand varieties include:

Bravo! Raw Food Diet 2 lb. Chicken Blend for Dogs and Cats manufactured by Bravo!, LLC, of Manchester, Connecticut. This is a frozen pet food product with the production code of 06/14/12, which is located on the white tag on the end of the package. This advisory is for the 2 lb. size of Bravo! Chicken Blend with the “best used by date” of 6/12/14 only. No other products, sizes, or production dates are involved. For further information, contact the company at 1-866-922-9222.

Turducken Canine Diet 8oz. Patties, manufactured by Steve’s Real Food, Inc., of Murray, Utah. This is a frozen pet food product with the “Use By” date code of 10/27/13 B209, which is located on the lower front panel of package. For further information, contact the company at 801-540-8481 or gary@stevesrealfood.com.  (Previously recalled by the FDA)

Jones Natural Chews

Jones Natural Chews Co of Rockford, IL is recalling 245 boxes of Woofers (beef patties) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella

The recall was the result of a routine sampling program by Colorado Department of Agriculture Feed Program which revealed that the finished products contained the bacteria.

Affected products:
Jones Natural Chews Co Woofers (beef patties) bulk 50 count box, Item UPC 741956008169, Lot 2962GPS-Best By 10/22/15 and Lot 2892PAL-Best By 10/15/15

According to the company, "Woofers in bulk 50 count box may be sold individually”.

Jones Natural Chews Co Woofers (beef patties) 1 pack shrink-wrap, 50 count box, Item UPC 741956008657, Lot 3102, Best By 11/05/15.

Jones Natural Chews Co Woofers (beef patties) 1 pack shrink-wrap, 50 count box, Item UPC 741956008183, Lot 2892BF-Best By 10/15/15, Lot 2962PWV-Best By 10/22/15, Lot 2962ASC-Best By 10/22/15, and Lot 3032ASL-Best By 10/29/15.

Jones Natural Chews Co Woofers (beef patties) 2 pack shrink-wrap, 25ct box, item UPC 741956008190, Lot 2962ASC-Best By 10/22/15 and Lot 3032ASL-Best By 10/29/15


Customers who have purchased any of these woofers are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-877-481-2663, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Central Standard Time.

Diamond Cat Food Recall

Diamond Pet Foods is recalling certain lots of the following cat foods:

Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat Formula dry cat food
Premium Edge Senior Cat Hairball Management Formula dry cat food
Premium Edge Kitten Formula dry cat food
Diamond Naturals Kitten Formula dry cat food
4health All Life Stages Cat Formula dry cat food.

These products have the potential to have low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1).





For a list of lot numbers and "Best Buy Dates" of the products affected visit:
http://petfoodinformationcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/PE-DN-4health-Thiamine-Recall-Release-3.10.13.pdf


Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or who would like replacement product or a refund, may contact the Pet Food Information Center at 1-888-965-6131, Sunday through Saturday, 8 a.m.– 6 p.m. EST. Consumers also may visit http://www.petfoodinformationcenter.com for additional information.


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My Suggestion -  
If you suspect that your pet has become sick due a pet food product:
1) See your veterinarian first
2) Contact the FDA to report the adverse event. http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
3) Contact your State Department of Agriculture
4) Contact the  Pet Food Manufacturer
5) Save the pet food and packaging as the FDA and State Department of Agriculture investigators may ask for it. Make sure you wash your hands well if you are touching the food. Make sure your pets cannot get to it.


Many adverse pet food events go unreported, causing contaminated foods to stay on store shelves longer than they should.

Diggin' Your Dog Recall

Diggin' Your Dog™ is recalling one lot of its Strippin' Chicks™ Pet Treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The product affected:
Strippin' Chicks™ Pet Treats 5 oz Bag. Lot Code 250322 Use By Date: 2-23-14.

Customers who have purchased this lot code are urged to stop feeding the product to their pet, remove the lot code from the packaging, and discard the contents.

A full refund, plus $1.00 to cover postage will be received by mailing the UPC and lot code to:
Diggin Your Dog, LLC, PO Box 17306 Reno, NV 89511.
All refunds will be processed within ten business days (plus postage time).

For questions or more information, contact Diggin' Your Dog™  at 775-742-7295 Mon-Fri 8:30AM - 4:00PM Pacific Standard Time or  via email - info@dydusa.com

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My Suggestion -  
If you suspect that your pet has become sick due a pet food product:
1) See your veterinarian first
2) Contact the FDA to report the adverse event. http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
3) Contact your State Department of Agriculture
4) Contact the  Pet Food Manufacturer
5) Save the pet food and packaging as the FDA and State Department of Agriculture investigators may ask for it. Make sure you wash your hands well if you are touching the food. Make sure your pets cannot get to it.


Many adverse pet food events go unreported, causing contaminated foods to stay on store shelves longer than they should.

Steve's Real Food Recall

Steve’s Real Food of Murray, Utah is recalling its 5 lb. bags of Turducken Canine Diet – 8oz. Patties due to potential contamination of Salmonella.

The potential for contamination was noted after a routine sampling of one 5 lb. bag by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Production of the product has been suspended while the company and the FDA continue their investigation as to the source of the problem.

Product Affected:
5 lb. green and cream colored biodegradable film bags with lot number 209-10-27-13 with an expiration date of October 27, 2013.

Consumers who have purchased 5 lb. bags of Steve’s Real Food Turducken Canine Recipe are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions should contact the company at 801-540-8481 or gary@stevesrealfood.com Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm MST.
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My Suggestion - 
If you suspect that your pet has become sick due a pet food product:
1) See your veterinarian first
2) Contact the FDA to report the adverse event. http://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints
3) Contact your State Department of Agriculture
4) Contact the  Pet Food Manufacturer
5) Save the pet food and packaging as the FDA and State Department of Agriculture investigators may ask for it. Make sure you wash your hands well if you are touching the food. Make sure your pets cannot get to it.

Many adverse pet food events go unreported, causing contaminated foods to stay on store shelves longer than they should.

Ultra Blend and ēCotrition Bird Food Recall

United Pet Group, Inc., has voluntarily recalled Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets, ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets, ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches, and ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels.

These products contain parsley flakes that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Products affected include:

Ultra Blend Gourmet, Food for Parakeets (80oz bag)
UPC 26851 00904 Item # A904 / 056-0904-01 – USE BY dates: 07/20/15 and 10/20/15

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets (8oz bag)
UPC 26851 00505 Item # A505 / 11-20700 – USE BY dates: 10/23/15 and 11/14/1?

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches (8oz bag)
UPC 26851 00546 Item # C546 / 11-20712 – USE BY date: 10/16/15

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels (6.5oz bag)
UPC 26851 00512 Item # B512 / 11-20711 – USE BY date: 12/05/15

If you have these products, please contact United Pet Group's Consumer Affairs team at 1-800-645- 5145, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30AM - 5:00PM Eastern Standard Time for a refund.

Hy-Vee Dog Food Recall

Hy-Vee Inc. has issued a recall of certain dog products due to higher than accepted levels of aflatoxin found in some samples.

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.

For a list of the UPC and "Best Buy Dates" of the affected products, visit:
http://www.hy-vee.com/company/press-room/recalls/dog-food-recall.aspx

Customers are urged to refrain from feeding any of the recalled products to their pets. Any bags of Hy-Vee dog food subject to the recall, whether opened or unopened, may be returned to Hy-Vee stores for a full refund.

Customers with questions may contact the company at 800-289-8343. This number is staffed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST.

Kaytee Bird Treat and Greens Recall

Kaytee has issued a recall of several bird treats and greens items because of a possible contamination of Salmonella from parsley flake ingredients supplied to Kaytee by Specialty Commodities, Inc., an outside supplier to Kaytee.

For a list of UPC Codes and "Best Before Dates" for the products involved, visit: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340596.htm

Customers who have purchased the affected Kaytee products are urged to contact Kaytee Customer Service representatives at 1-800-Kaytee1 (800 529-8331)

Kasel Pet Treat Recall Expanded

The Kasel Pet Treat Recall of a couple of days ago has been expanded to include additional retailers and products.

Additional retailers include: Menards, Target, Sam's Club, and Costco

For a full updated list, visit:
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340552.htm

Honest Kitchen Recall

Honest Kitchen has recalled five lots of its Verve, Zeal, and Thrive dog foods because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The company is taking this action after learning that one of its raw ingredients suppliers has recalled a batch of human-grade parsley that may contain Salmonella. The batch of parsley was shipped to the Company in 2012 and used in the production of five lots of finished Honest Kitchen products.

For a list of Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates for the products affected, visit:
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340669.htm

Customers who purchased the above lots of Honest Kitchen Verve, Zeal or Thrive products should stop feeding the products to their pets, remove the UPC (bar code) and lot code from the packaging, and discard the contents in a covered trash receptacle.

Customers can receive a replacement or full refund of the MSRP of the affected products plus $1 to cover postage, by mailing the UPC and lot code along with a completed Reimbursement Form to The Honest Kitchen, 145 14th Street, San Diego, Calif. 92101, Attn: Reimbursements. All refunds will be processed within five business days (plus postage time).

For questions or more information, contact The Honest Kitchen by phone at 1-866-437-9729 or email at info@thehonestkitchen.com. Customer service representatives will be available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST to respond to inquiries.

Nutri-Vet Recall

Nutri-Vet, LLC. of Boise, ID is recalling its Nutri-Vet and NutriPet Chicken Jerky Products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.


For a list of the UPC Codes and Best Buy Dates of the items affected, visit http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340468.htm


The United States based supplier has ceased the production and distribution of the ingredient supplied to Nutri-Vet while FDA and the manufacturer continue investigating as to the source of the potential contamination. No other products made by Nutri-Vet, LLC are included in the recall.


Customers who have purchased Nutri-Vet and NutriPet Chicken Jerky Products are urged to stop feeding them to pets and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Customers with questions may contact Nutri-Vet at 1-877-729-8668 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

Pet Info Resources

For those of you looking for good pet information on the web, the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) has videos and podcasts on a variety of pet and animal related topics.

Topics include:

• Protecting Pets from Wildlife 
• Leptospirosis 
• Animal Hording 
• Why Does My Dog Eat Poop? 
• Jogging with Your Dog 
• Canine Dry Eye 
• Epilepsy 
• Traveling with Your Pet 
• Puppy Socialization 
• Ferrets 101 
• Selecting the Right Bird as a Pet 
• Superbugs and Your Pet

 ...And many more

Podcasts can be found at: www.avmamedia.org/pasvlist.asp?tid=207

Videos can be found at: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMszZOQAqfuVAXGUwj04091ZHuO0Kh0G6

Pet Treat Recall

Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling ALL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AT ITS DENVER, COLORADO FACILITY FROM APRIL 20, 2012 THRU SEPTEMBER 19, 2012 due to possible Salmonella contamination.

The brand names of the items recalled include Boots & Barkley, BIXBI, Nature’s Deli, Colorado Naturals, Petco, and Best Bully Stick.

For a list of the UPC Codes and Best Buy Dates of the items affected, visit http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340337.htm

Customers who have purchased any listed products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Customers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at (800) 218-4417 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

Nature's Variety Recall

Nature's Variety has issued a recall of it's Instinct® Raw Organic Chicken Formula with a “Best if Used By” date of 10/04/13.  This recall has been issued because pieces of clear plastic may be found in some bags and could cause a choking risk.

The products affected include:

• UPC# 7 69949 60137 1 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 3 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70137 8 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 27 lbs. case
• UPC# 7 69949 60127 2 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 6 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70127 9 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 36 lbs. case

Customers who have purchased one of the products above can obtain a full refund or exchange by either returning the product in its original packaging or bringing a proof of purchase to their retailer.

Customers with questions can call 1.888.519.7387 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.

Hartz Dog Treat Recall

The Hartz Mountain Corp is voluntarily withdrawing its Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken for dogs because they contain trace amounts of antibiotic residue.

They are taking this action after recent testing found trace amounts of illegal antibiotic residue in samples of the affected dog treats.

The antibiotics found are not approved for use in the United States.

"Upon learning about the nationwide voluntary withdrawal of several other brands of chicken jerky products through media reports, Hartz acted immediately to begin additional testing to determine if the same unapproved antibiotic residues were present in our products," said, Sr. Director of Quality and Regulatory at Hartz Mountain.

If you have these products contact the Hartz Consumer Affairs team (24 hours/day 7 days/week) at 1-800-275-1414 for a product refund or go to www.hartz.com for additional information.

Products affected:  

All Hartz® Chicken Chews™ Soft and Tenders

• 3.5oz. package UPC Number 32700-11966
• 8oz. package UPC Number 32700-11967
• 16oz package UPC Number 32700-11953
• 24oz package UPC Number 32700-11954
• 20oz package UPC Number 32700-51694

All Hartz® Chicken Chews™ Soft and Tender Bite Sized

• 5.7oz package UPC Number 32700-12856 16oz package UPC Number 32700-12765
• 16oz package UPC Number 32700-12765

All Hartz® Oinkies® Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken

• 20 pack Pig Skin Twist Sticks UPC Number 32700-13472
• 7 pack Mini Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken UPC Number 32700-03330
• 15 pack Mini Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken UPC Number 32700-03331
• 5 pack Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken UPC Number 32700-03354

 

Publix Chicken Tenders Recall (#4)

Publix is voluntarily recalling its private label Chicken Tenders Dog Chew Treats.


Press release issued from the company:

LAKELAND, Fla. -- Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Chicken Tenders Dog Chew Treats because it may contain trace amounts of antibiotic residue. The UPC, located on the back right-hand corner of the product, is 41415-18527 and the product comes in a 3.5oz bag. This product was sold in Publix grocery stores in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee.


"As part of our commitment to food safety, including that of our four-legged family members, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. "To date, there have been no reported cases of pet illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department, Monday-Friday, 8a.m. – 7p.m., at 1-800-242-1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com/contact.”

Read more here: http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/01/11/3178484/publix-issues-voluntary-recall.html#storylink=cpy

Chicken Jerky Recall #3

IMS Trading Corp is voluntarily withdrawing its Cadet Brand Chicken Jerky Treat products sold in the United States until further notice.

From the company website:

The Company is taking this action after learning this week that the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets (NYSDAM) found trace amounts of antibiotic residue in samples of Cadet brand Chicken Jerky Treat products. These antibiotics are approved for use in poultry in China and other major countries, including European Union member states, but are not among those approved in the U.S.  Cadet Brand Chicken Jerky Treat products are safe to feed as directed and have not been linked to ANY illnesses in dogs or humans. However, due to regulatory inconsistencies among countries, the presence of antibiotic residue is technically considered an adulteration in the United States.

At first, New York State authorities requested that IMS Trading Corp remove Cadet Brand Chicken Jerky treats from retail locations only in the state of New York.  We have decided to expand this and conduct a voluntary withdrawal of these chicken treat products nationwide.

A double testing program is being established to check for these antibiotics in China (point of origin) and the United States before we consider to sell these products in the future.  Testing will be based on a scientifically sound statistical sampling program.

There is no indication that the trace amounts of antibiotic residue are linked to the FDA's ongoing investigation of chicken jerky products. The trace amounts of antibiotic residue (in the parts-per-billion range) do not pose a health or pet safety risk.

Chicken Jerky Recall #2

Milo’s Kitchen® is voluntarily recalling its Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers home-style dog treats from retailer shelves nationally.

Like with Waggin' Train, trace amounts of unapproved antibiotics where found.  Milos's Kitchen and Waggin' Train have been front and center in the Chicken Jerky made in China controversy. Many pet owners have stated that their pets have gotten sick from eating these and other chicken jerky pet treats made in China.  The FDA has been unable to find a definitive cause.

It sounds like the New York State's Department of Agriculture has found something that could be a link to the problem.  If it is not a link to the problem, at least it is getting these products off the shelves.  The antibiotic used in the poultry is unapproved in the US and therefore the products can't be sold here.

From Milo's Kitchen's Website:

San Francisco – January 9, 2013 – Milo’s Kitchen® today announced that it is voluntarily recalling its Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers home-style dog treats from retailer shelves nationally. No other Milo’s Kitchen® products are affected.

On Monday, New York State’s Department of Agriculture informed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Company that trace amounts of residual antibiotics had been found in several lots of Milo’s Kitchen® Chicken Jerky. After consultation with the New York Department of Agriculture and FDA, the company decided to voluntarily recall Milo’s Kitchen® Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers, which are both sourced from the same chicken suppliers.

The use of antibiotics to keep chickens healthy and disease-free while raising them is standard practice in poultry production for both human and pet food. However, the antibiotics found in the products were unapproved and should not be present in the final food product.

Milo’s Kitchen® has a comprehensive safety testing program in place for its products from procurement through manufacturing and distribution. Part of that program involves extensive testing for a wide range of substances commonly used to ensure the health of chickens. However, Milo’s Kitchen® did not test for all of the specific antibiotics found by the New York Department of Agriculture.

“Pet safety and consumer confidence in our products are our top priorities,” said Rob Leibowitz, general manager, Pet Products. “While there is no known health risk, the presence of even trace amounts of these antibiotics does not meet our high quality standards. Therefore, today we decided to recall both products and asked retailers to remove the products from their shelves.

“Consumers who discard the treats will receive a full refund,” said Leibowitz. “We are committed to Milo’s Kitchen® and stand by our guarantee of complete consumer satisfaction.”

Consumers with questions about Milo’s Kitchen products can get further information at 1-877-228-6493.

Chicken Jerky Treat Recall

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is voluntarily withdrawing it's Waggin' Train®
and Canyon Creek Ranch® brand dog treat products until further notice.

From the Waggin' Train Website:

St. Louis, Missouri, January 9, 2013 . . . Nestlé Purina PetCare Company and its wholly owned subsidiary Waggin' Train, LLC today announced it is voluntarily withdrawing its Waggin' Train and Canyon Creek Ranch brand dog treats sold in the United States until further notice.

The Company is taking this action after learning this week that the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets (NYSDAM) found trace amounts of antibiotic residue in samples of Waggin' Train and Canyon Creek Ranch chicken jerky products. These antibiotics are approved for use in poultry in China and other major countries, including European Union member states, but are not among those approved in the U.S. Antibiotics are commonly used globally, including in the United States, when raising animals fit for human consumption. Waggin' Train and Canyon Creek Ranch products are safe to feed as directed. However, due to regulatory inconsistencies among countries, the presence of antibiotic residue is technically considered an adulteration in the United States. This finding does not pose a safety risk to pets.

New York State authorities initially requested that the Company remove Waggin' Train and Canyon Creek Ranch chicken jerky treats from retail locations in the state of New York, which we have agreed to do. In addition, because of the differences in U.S. and Chinese regulations, Nestlé Purina decided to conduct a nationwide voluntary withdrawal.

"All of us at Waggin' Train care deeply about pets and their owners, and the quality of our products is of the utmost importance," said Nina Leigh Krueger, President, Waggin' Train LLC. "Waggin' Train has served millions of pets and their owners very well. In the final analysis, our Company and our loyal consumers must have total confidence in the products we sell and feed our pets. Once we understand and determine how to comply with the technicalities of different regulatory frameworks, we will work with all appropriate parties to define the best way to supply the market."

Nestlé Purina contacted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding NYSDAM's findings. There is no indication that the trace amounts of antibiotic residue are linked to the FDA's ongoing investigation of chicken jerky products. The trace amounts of antibiotic residue (in the parts-per-billion range) do not pose a health or pet safety risk.

No other Purina treats or pet food products are affected by this withdrawal. In addition, Canyon Creek Ranch dog and cat foods, which are manufactured in the United States, are not included in this withdrawal.

 For product refund or more information call our Office of Consumer Affairs at 1-800-982-0704 or go to www.waggintrainbrand.com.