Bravo Recall

***PLEASE NOTE: This will be the last recall notice I will be sending out. Going forward, you can retrieve recall notices from:

The AVMA website:  https://www.avma.org/News/Issues/recalls-alerts/Pages/pet-food-safety-recalls-alerts.aspx 

OR

The Veterinary Information Network: http://www.vin.com/recallcenter/

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Bravo Pet Foods is recalling select lots of its Bravo Blend Chicken diet for dogs and cats due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Products  affected:

*Bravo Blend Chicken diet for dogs and cats
Item Number: 21-102
Size: 2 pounds (32 ounces) chub
Best Used By Date: 11-13-16
UPC: 829546211028


The following products did not test positive for salmonella but  are being recalled out of an abundance of caution:

*Bravo Blend Chicken diet for dogs and cats
Item number: 21-105
Size: 5 pound (90 ounce) chub
Best Used By Date: 11-13-16
UPC: 829546211059

*Bravo Blend Turkey diet for dogs and cats
Item number: 31-508
Size: 5 lb. bag of 8 ounce patties
Best Used By Date: 11-13-16
UPC 829546315085

*Bravo Balance Turkey diet for dogs 
Item number: 31-401
Size: 3 lb. bag of 4 ounce patties
Best Used By Date 11-13-16
UPC 829546314019


More information on the Bravo recall can also be found at www.bravopetfoods.com, or call toll free (866) 922-9222 Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (EST).


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.