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Recalled Pet Products


Updated 7/28/2010

 


7/25/2010

P&G Recalls Two Lots of Prescription Renal Diet Cat Food due to a Possible Health Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- CINCINNATI, July 25, 2010 - The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG), 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.   

The following products are included:

 

Product Name

Lot Code

UPC Code

Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs

01384174B4

0 19014 21405 1

Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs

01384174B2

0 19014 21405 1

Contact: 
P&G Consumer Relations - 877-894-4458

Media Contact
Jason Taylor 513-622-3205


7/6/2010

Merrick Pet Care Recalls Beef Filet Squares 10oz Bag (Item #60016 Lot # 10084TL7 Best By March 24, 2012) Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

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. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products.

 

Company Contact: 
Customer Inquiries: (800) 664-7387
Other Inquiries: James Witcher, COO (806) 322-2806


7/15/2010

Feline’s Pride Expands Recall to Include product produced on 6/21/10

7/1/2010

Feline’s Pride Issues Nationwide Recall of its Natural Chicken Formula Cat Food Due to Salmonella Contamination

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, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. People handling raw pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the raw pet food or any surfaces exposed to the product

 

Contact:
Shelby Gomas, 
Tel: 1-716-580-3096


7/2/2010

This recall has been expanded to include 55 products including vitamins, joint suppliments, breath mints, ear powders, brewers yeast tabs, stress tabs and others.  We advise owners to check the full list on the FDA site for detail.

6/23/2010

United Pet Group Voluntarily Recalls Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement for Dogs Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

The product was sold nationally at various retailers.  The product comes in 100-count white plastic bottles with a light blue label, and UPC code 26851-01800.  These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets.  The affected products are those with expiration dates on or before "06/13". The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.

Laboratory testing has revealed that one Lot of this vitamin product was contaminated with Salmonella.  The company is recalling all unexpired Lots of the product out of an abundance of caution.

FDA Press Release

Contact United Pet Group at 1-800-645-5154 Extention 3


6/9/2010

Procter & Gamble Company recalls specific lots of Iams canned cat food

Iams ProActive Health canned Cat and Kitten Food, all varieties of 3 ounce and 5.5 ounce cans, with "09/2011" and "06/2012" date stamps on the bottom of the can.

Diagnostic testing indicated that the product may contain insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is essential for cats.  Cats that were fed these canned products as their only food are at greater risk for developing signs of thiamine deficiency. 

FDA Press Release

 Statement from Proctor and Gamble  


3/9/2010  

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

Click the FDA link below to see the latest information

  

2/12/2010  Nature's Variety Issues Nationwide Voluntary Recall On

Raw Frozen Chicken Diets With A "Best If Used By" Date of 11/10/10

Nature’s Variety has initiated a voluntary recall of their Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diet for dogs and cats with a “Best If Used By” date of 11/10/10 because these products may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The affected products are limited to the Nature’s Variety Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diet packaged in the following forms:

  • 3 lb chicken medallions (UPC# 7 69949 60130 2) with a "Best If Used By" date of 11/10/10
  • 6 lb chicken patties (UPC# 7 69949 60120 3) with a "Best If Used By" date of 11/10/10
  • 2 lb chicken chubs (UPC# 7 69949 60121 0) with a "Best If Used By" date of 11/10/10

FDA Press Release


1/14/2010  FDA Health Alert for Merrick Beef Filet Squares Dog Treats

Packaged and Distributed by Merrick Pet Care

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to use Merrick Beef Filet Squares for dogs distributed by Merrick Pet Care with a package date of “Best By 111911” because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The affected Merrick Beef Filet Squares were packaged in a 10-ounce green, red and tan re-sealable plastic bag. The “best by” date is imprinted on the top portion of the bag, which is torn off when the bag is opened. The FDA recommends that consumers who are unable to determine the “best by” date discontinue use of the product.

 

FDA Press Release


12/9/2009  FDA Announces recall of certain pet treats produced by Pet Carousel

The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie Delight, Pork Tasteez and Pet Carousel

The affected beef hooves were packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley’s, Doggie Delight,

and Pet Carousel.

FDA Press Release