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