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Recall: Freshpet Dog Food

Posted on June 22, 2022 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

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On June 18, 2022, Freshpet Inc., of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, issued a voluntary recall of a single lot of dog food. The Freshpet Select Fresh From the Kitchen Home Cooked Chicken Recipe in 4.5 pounds bags is the only product involved in this recall.

Freshpet Recall Information from TheDogAdvisor.com

This recall was issued because due to potential contamination with Salmonella bacteria. According to the company, “Our Freshpet Team had designated this single lot for destruction, but a small portion of the lot was inadvertently shipped to retailers in limited geographic markets in the last two weeks.”

These potential markets may include:

Walmarts in
- Alabama and Georgia.
Targets and other select retailers in:
- Connecticut
- Massachusetts
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- Vermont and West Virginia.

To date, Freshpet has not received any reports of illness, injury or adverse reaction.

What You Should Know About Salmonella

Salmonella poses a risk to animals ingesting the affected product (including dogs and cats) and can also be transmitted to humans. Pets infected with salmonella may display symptoms including:

Fever;
Lethargy and shock;
Diarrhea (which may last up to 3-4 weeks or longer);
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Dehydration; and
Mucus and/or blood in stool.

People infected with salmonella can also have:

Diarrhea;
Fever; and
Abdominal cramps.

For some people, their diarrhea may be severe enough to require hospitalization.

What to do Next with this Dog Food Recall

Consumers should immediately stop feeding any of the recalled products and dispose any affected product immediately in trash that is secured.

Consumers should thoroughly wash their hands after handling any affected products or cleaning any potentially contaminated surfaces including freezers/refrigerators where the product was stored, bowls, utensils, bedding, toys and floors.

Dog parents who wish to request a reimbursement, can go here to do so (scroll to the bottom of the page). Or consumers may contact Freshpet at 800-285-0563 between 9am to 9pm Eastern Time, Monday – Friday for additional information.

Recall: Fromm Four-Star Shredded Entrée Canned Dog Foods

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

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On October 1, 2021, Fromm Family Foods of Mequon, Wisconsin, issued a voluntary recall of approximately 5,500 cases of Fromm Shredded can Entrée dog food. The recall was issued because due to potentially elevated levels of Vitamin D. Affected products were distributed at neighborhood pet stores nationwide.

The Recalled Products

The recall was issued after Fromm’s own analysis and was done with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The affected products include the following:

Dogs of all sizes could be affected by potential adverse reactions from the recalled products. No reports of illness or injury have been reported to date.

The entire list of affected product brands and their Expiration Date/Lot Numbers can be viewed on the Fromm Family website here. All other Fromm products are unaffected by this recall.

What You Should Know About Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

Dogs who ingest elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit the following symptoms:

Vomiting
Loss of Appetite
Increased Thirst and Urination
Excessive Drooling; and
Weight Loss.

When Vitamin D is ingested at very high levels, K9s (of all sizes) can exhibit serious health issues including renal dysfunction.

For dogs who have consumed any of the affected products and are exhibiting the symptoms above should immediately contact their veterinarian.

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately stop feeding any of the recalled products and return all recalled Fromm Four-Star Shredded Entrée canned dog food to their retailers.

Consumers may contact Fromm Family Pet Food at info@FrommFamily.com or call 800-325-6331 between 8am to 5pm Central Time, Monday – Friday for additional information.

Sources: The Fromm Family Pet Foods and The Dogington Post.

Recall: midwestern pet foods: Multiple brands

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

On March 26, 2021, Midwestern Pet Foods, Evansville, Indiana issued a voluntary recall of specific dog and cat food brands produced only at its Monmouth, Illinois Production Facility (identified in expiration date codes with an M”). The recall was issued because Salmonella contamination was discovered during routine sampling by the Company of finished products. Affected products were distributed to retail stores nationwide and to online retailers.

Cat and dog food brands affected by this voluntary recall include the following manufactured at the Monmouth Illinois Production Facility:

CanineX
Earthborn Holistic
Merdian
Pro Pac
Pro Pac Performance
Pro Pac Ultimates
Sportmix
Sportmix Wholesomes
Sportstrail
Unrefined
Venture
Wholesomes

The entire list of affected product brands and their Expiration Date/Lot Numbers can be viewed on the FDA website here. All other Midwestern Pet Foods are unaffected by this recall.

What You Should Know About Salmonella

Salmonella poses a risk to animals ingesting the affected product (including dogs and cats) and humans. Pets infected with salmonella may display symptoms including:

Fever;
Lethargy and shock;
Diarrhea (which may last up to 3-4 weeks or longer);
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Dehydration; and
Mucus and/or blood in the stool.

People infected with salmonella can also have:

Diarrhea;
Fever; and
Abdominal cramps.

For some people, their diarrhea may be severe enough to require hospitalization.

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately stop feeding any of the recalled products and discard them in a secure container where stray animals or wildlife cannot access them.

Consumers should also:

Clean their refrigerator/freezers where the product was stored.
Thoroughly wash their hands after handling any recalled products.
Clean and disinfect any:
- Utensils;
- Bowls;
- Surfaces including floors; and
- Pet bedding and toys.

Consumers may contact Midwestern Pet Foods Consumer Affairs at info@midwesternpetfoods.com or call 800-474-4163, extension 455 between 8am to 5pm Central Time, Monday – Friday for additional information.

Sources: The Truth About Pet Food, Dog Food Advisor and the FDA.

RECALL: Sunshine Mills Dog Food Products

Posted on September 7, 2020 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

UPDATE: On October 8th, Sunshine Mills, Inc., based in Alabama, expanded their voluntary recall of dog food products for aflatoxin, a naturally-occurring mold by-product. No illnesses have been reported as of October 8th.

After the initial recall on September 2nd, an investigation revealed corn-based pet food products (produced between April 3-5, 2020) came from a single load of corn with elevated levels of aflatoxin.

The recall now includes all the brands listed below:

Hunter’s Special
Sprout
Champ
Thrifty
Top Runner
Sportsmans Pride
Old Glory
Field Trial
Whiskers & Tails
Good Dog
Paws Happy Life
Pet Expert
Principle
Retriever
River Bend

No other Sunshine Mills Inc. products are affected at this time.

For more information, including a complete list of recalled products, Lot Codes and UPC Codes, visit the FDA website.

Sources: Dog Food Advisor and Truth About Pet Food.

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On September 2, 2020, Sunshine Mills, Inc., issued a voluntary recall for some of their dog food products. Sunshine Mills manufactures dog food products under the brand names of Family Pet®, Heartland Farms®, or Paws Happy Life®.

This voluntary recall was issued due to elevated levels of Aflatoxin beyond acceptable limits. Aflatoxin is a naturally-occurring mold/fungus (from the growth of Aspergillus flavus on foods) which can infect pets if consumed in significant quantities.

Aflatoxin – and other molds – can cause serious illnesses in people or pets with a weakened, suppressed, or compromised immune system, underlying lung disease, or asthma.

The elevated levels of Aflatoxin were discovered through routine testing by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry with a single 4-pound bag of dog food. While no adverse health effects related to these recalled products have been reported to date, Sunshine Mills, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, issued a voluntary recall.

The recalled products were distributed nationally in retail stores. There are no other Family Pet®, Heartland Farms®, or Paws Happy Life® products or other lot codes of these products affected by this precautionary recall.

The Sunshine Mills Products Recalled

Symptoms of Illness from Aflatoxin Consumption

Dogs that consumed any of the recalled products and are exhibiting the following symptoms should be seen by their veterinarian:

Reluctance to eat
Vomiting
Lethargy or sluggishness
A yellowish tint to the eyes or gums
Diarrhea

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately stop using any of the recalled products and return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may contact Customer Service at Sunshine Mills at 800-705-2111, Monday – Friday from 7am to 4pm Central time or via email at customer.service@sunshinemills.com.

Sources: Truth About Pet Food, VCA Hospitals, and the FDA.

RECALL: Carnivora Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs and Cats

Posted on July 10, 2020 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

On June 15, 2020, a voluntary recall for Carnivora Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs and Cats was issued. This recall is unique because it involves potential contamination with E. coli O157 a particularly dangerous strain of E. coli bacteria for humans.

This specific strain of E. coli can cause cross-contamination and serious, even life-threatening illnesses in humans by simply handling the contaminated product. As of June 12th, four cases of human illness have been reported in Canada. Approximately 1,803 affected units were sold in Canada starting on January 13, 2020 until the recall.

The Risk Behind E. coli O157

E. coli O157 produces a powerful toxin that damages the lining of the small intestine which may cause bloody diarrhea. According to the recall issued on the Healthy Canadians website, “some people infected with E. coli O157 do not get sick at all, though they can still spread the infection to others.”

The Carnivora Products Recalled

E. coli O157: What You Need to Know

There are hundreds of strains of the E. coli bacteria and most are harmless and live in the intestines of both animals and humans. But according to the Mayo Clinic, the E. coli O157 strain, involved in this recall of raw pet food, is not harmless and can cause severe stomach cramps, pain or tenderness, bloody diarrhea and even nausea and vomiting in some people. Most healthy adults will recover on their own within a week to ten days with rest and plenty of hydration. But if diarrhea is persistent, severe or bloody, see your doctor.

The Health Canada website also warns, “Pregnant women, those with weakened immune systems, young children and older adults are most at risk for developing serious complications (like a life-threatening form of kidney failure) and might need hospitalization.”

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately stop using any of the recalled products and contact the retailer where they purchased the products for a full refund or exchange. Consumers may contact Carnivora Pet Food 888-665-0856, Monday – Friday from 8:30 am-4:30 pm CST or via email at: carnivorarecall@carnivora.ca.

Sources: The Dog Food Advisor, Carnivora Pet Food, Healthy Canadians and the Mayo Clinic.

RECALL: Darwin’s Natural Dog Food (What You Need to Know)

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Yesterday, on March 26th, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to dog owners to avoid feeding 3 separate lots of Darwin’s Natural Raw Dog Food.

(NOTE: All 3 lots were manufactured in October/November of 2018.)

After a consumer complaint, the FDA collected and tested samples from 3 lots and all tested positive for salmonella.

These frozen dog food products are manufactured by Arrow Reliance Inc., doing business as Darwin’s Natural Pet Products. Products are sold online direct to consumers.

UPDATE: The company just issued a public response to the FDA’s warning; it can be read here.

The Recall: The Affected Products/Lots:

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs
Package: 5309(11)181019
Manufacture Date: October 19, 2018

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs
Package: 5375(11)181106
Manufacture Date: November 11, 2018

Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Turkey Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs
Package: 5339(11)181026
Manufacture Date: October 26, 2018

What You Should Know About Salmonella

Salmonella poses a risk to animals ingesting the affected product (including dogs and cats) and can also be transmitted to humans. Pets infected with salmonella may display symptoms including:

Fever;
Lethargy and shock;
Diarrhea (which may last up to 3-4 weeks or longer);
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Dehydration; and
Mucus and/or blood in stool.

People infected with salmonella can also have:

Diarrhea;
Fever; and
Abdominal cramps.

For some people, their diarrhea may be severe enough to require hospitalization.

What to do Next

Consumers should contact their veterinarian if their dogs have consumed any of these recalled products and are exhibiting any of the symptoms listed above. Also, contact your own doctor if you are feeling any symptoms of salmonella.

The affected product should be thrown away immediately.

Sources: The Truth about Pet Food, the Dog Food Advisor and the FDA.

RECALL: Hill’s Pet Food Recall Is Expanded

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Hill’s Pet Nutrition (of Topeka, KS) expanded its voluntary recall of January 31st to include canned dog food products due to the presence of elevated levels of Vitamin D. Specific lots of Prescription Diet and Science Diet dog foods are included in the expanded recall and were distributed to both retail pet stores and veterinary clinics throughout the U.S.

According to Hill’s, no dry foods, cat foods or treats are affected by these recalls.

Why the Recall

Hill’s originally received “a complaint in the United States about a dog exhibiting signs of elevated Vitamin D levels.” The recall was expanded after a detailed review isolated the issue to a vitamin premix from an American supplier.

The Recall: What Products and What’s Being Done

For a complete list of recalled products (including both the January 31st and March 20th recalls), click here.

According to an email sent to veterinarians on March 20th, Hill’s Pet Nutrition has:

Expanded the availability of their consumer call center to 7 days a week (800-445-5777).
Promised to begin collection of affected products from stores, clinics and shelters beginning March 21st.
Promised to pay for:
1. Diagnostic screening for Hypervitaminosis D for any pet who has consumed the recalled food;
2. Continued diagnostic testing and medical treatment for affected pets until they are back to normal.

What You Should Know About Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

Dogs who eat elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit the following symptoms:

Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Increased thirst
Increased urination
Excessive drooling
Weight loss

When consumed at very high levels, dogs can face serious health issues (including potentially life-threatening) including renal (kidney) dysfunction.

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately contact their veterinarian if their dogs have consumed this recalled product and are exhibiting the symptoms listed above.

The affected product should be thrown away immediately or returned to the purchase place for a full refund (unopened products only).

Consumers with any questions should contact Hill’s Pet Nutrition (Consumer Affairs) at 800-445-5777 (Every Day from 7am-7pm CST) or via email at ContactUs@HillsPet.com for more information.

Sources: Truth About Pet Food and the Dog Food Advisor.

RECALLS: A Look at 10 Years of Pet Food Recalls

Posted on November 6, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

An in-depth look by Susan Thixton of TruthAboutPetFood.com at the past ten years of Pet Food and Treat recalls and what we can learn.

A Decade of Recalls

During the past ten years (January 1, 2009 to November 4, 2018) did you know there’s been 173 pet food recalls posted on the FDA website?

BUT wait; that’s NOT the whole story!

Those 173 recalls represents the number of recall Press Releases issued, NOT the total number of actual pet foods recalled. In addition, some recalls count as “one” recall even though multiple products may actually be involved in the “one” recall.

The Recalls: What’s Actually Included?

The recalls over the past ten years have included the following categories:

59 Treat Recalls
48 Raw Recalls
45 Kibble Recalls
17 Canned Recalls
3 Dehydrated Recalls
1 Cooked, Sold Frozen Pet Food

What Should YOU do Next?

Education is the best defense in keeping your pets safe and healthy.

Learn more about the last decade of recalls at TruthAboutPetFood.com. Learn about the specific causes for the recalls and which ones pose the greatest risk for your pet. (Hint: Salmonella, Listeria and E.coli rank at #1.)

Did you know that some causes behind the recalls even pose health risks to YOU, the pet owner?! (Including infants and children 5 years and younger; adults aged 65 and older; AND people with weakened immune systems.)

Remember, your pet is depending on you to be his advocate and educated consumer!

What you don’t know can hurt your beloved pet!

(Again, we thank Susan Thixton for this in-depth expose about what we can learn from the past ten years of Pet Food and Treat recalls.)

Source: Truth About Pet Food.

RECALL: Nutrisca Dry Dog Food

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Nutrisca (St Louis, MO) is voluntarily recalling one formula of their dry dog food (Chicken and Chickpea). The recall was issued due to the presence of elevated levels of Vitamin D. (Note: The company also issued another recall for their Natural Life Chicken & Potato Dry Dog Food.)

Why the Recall

The recall was issued after an investigation of complaints from 3 pet owners for Vitamin D toxicity after consumption. The investigation revealed a formulation error led to the elevated levels.

The Recall: What and Where

The recall specifically involves:

4 lbs Nutrisca® Chicken and Chickpea Dry Dog Food	Bag UPC: 8-84244-12495-7
15 lbs Nutrisca® Chicken and Chickpea Dry Dog Food	Bag UPC: 8-84244-12795-8
28 lbs Nutrisca® Chicken and Chickpea Dry Dog Food	Bag UPC: 8-84244-12895-5

(Note: Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpea wet dog foods are not impacted by this recall.)

A Best By Date of February 25, 2020 – September 13, 2020 is found on the back or bottom of the bag.

The recalled product was distributed to retail nationwide.

What You Should Know About Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

Dogs who eat elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit the following symptoms:

Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Increased thirst
Increased urination
Excessive drooling
Weight loss

When consumed at very high levels, dogs can face serious health issues including renal dysfunction.

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately contact their veterinarian if their dogs have consumed this recalled product and are exhibiting the symptoms listed above.

The affected product should be thrown away or returned to the purchase place for a full refund.

Consumers with any questions should contact Natural Life Pet Products at 888-279-9420 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CST) or via email at ConsumerServices@Nutrisca.com for more information.

Sources: Truth About Pet Food and the FDA.

RECALL: Natural Life Dry Dog Food

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Natural Life Pet Products (St Louis, MO) is voluntarily recalling its Chicken & Potato dry dog food in 17.5 lb bags. The recall was issued for the presence of elevated levels of Vitamin D.

Why the Recall

The recall was issued after an investigation of complaints from 3 pet owners for Vitamin D toxicity after consumption. The investigation revealed a formulation error led to the elevated levels.

The Recall: What and Where

The recall specifically involves:

The 17.5 lbs Natural Life Chicken & Potato Dry Dog Food
A bag UPC of 0-12344-08175-1
A Best By Date of May 29, 2020 – August 10, 2020 (found on the back or bottom of the bag)

The recalled dog food was distributed to retail stores in:

Alabama
California
Florida
Georgia
North and South Carolina
Tennessee
Virginia

What You Should Know About Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

Dogs who eat elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit the following symptoms:

Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Increased thirst
Increased urination
Excessive drooling
Weight loss

When consumed at very high levels, dogs can face serious health issues including renal dysfunction.

What to do Next

Consumers should immediately contact their veterinarian if their dogs have consumed this recalled product and are exhibiting the symptoms listed above.

The affected product should be thrown away or returned to the purchase place for a full refund.

Consumers with any questions should contact Natural Life Pet Products at 888-279-9420 (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm CST) or via email at ConsumerServices@Nutrisca.com for more information.

Sources: Truth About Pet Food and the FDA.

RECALL: Performance Dog Frozen Raw Pet Food

Posted on September 13, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Bravo Packing, Inc. (of Carneys Point, NJ) has issued a voluntary recall for two products: Performance Dog in the 2-lb and 5-lb plastic sleeves. The recall was issued for potential salmonella contamination.

Why the Recall

The recall was initiated after an FDA inspection collected and tested a sample which tested positive for salmonella. No human or animal illness has been reported to date.

The recall specifically involves:

Performance Dog Frozen Raw Pet Food in 2-pound and 5-pound plastic sleeves with the Manufacture Date Code of 071418. (This code is printed on the cardboard boxes containing the plastic sleeves, NOT on the individual sleeves. There are NO unique ID numbers of the sleeves.)

If customers purchased either of these recalled products after July 14, 2018, the FDA recommends throwing the product away to protect the health of your dog and yourself from potential contamination from salmonella.

Note: Performance Dog typically works with Tefco, a Brooklyn, NYC distributor which fulfills orders to brick-and-mortar retail stores and to consumers directly.

What You Should Know About Salmonella

Salmonella poses a risk to animals ingesting the affected product (including dogs and cats) and can also be transmitted to humans. Pets infected with salmonella may display symptoms including:

Fever;
Lethargy and shock;
Diarrhea (which may last up to 3-4 weeks or longer);
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Dehydration; and
Mucus in stool.

What to do Next

Consumers with any questions should contact Bravo Packing, Inc., at 856-299-1044 (Monday-Friday, 6am-2pm EST or Saturday, 4am-9am EST) or via their website at http://www.BravoPacking.com.

Sources: Dog Food Advisor, FDA Website and Truth About Pet Food.

RECALL: Steve’s Real Food

Posted on September 10, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Steve’s Real Food (of Salt Lake City, UT) issued a voluntary recall on September 7th for 3 separate product lots: Turducken Recipe dog food (5-lb bags), Quest Emu Diet cat food and Quest Beef Diet cat food (both in 2-lb bags) for potential salmonella or listeria contamination.

Why the Recall

The recall was initiated after a routine sampling by the Washington Department of Agriculture positively revealed the presence of the bacteria. Subsequent testing by the Company resulted in negative results for both salmonella and listeria. No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall specifically involves:

What You Should Know About Salmonella

Salmonella poses a risk to animals ingesting the affected product (including dogs and cats) and can also be transmitted to humans. Pets infected with salmonella may display symptoms including:

Fever;
Lethargy and shock;
Diarrhea (which may last up to 3-4 weeks or longer);
Vomiting;
Weight Loss;
Dehydration; and
Mucus in stool.

What You Should Know About Listeria Monocytogenes

Listeria monocytogenes poses a risk to both animals ingesting the affected product and humans (if they do not thoroughly wash their hands after coming into contact with a contaminated product). Pets infected with listeria may display symptoms including:

Mild to severe diarrhea;
Anorexia;
Fever;
Nervous, muscular and respiratory system issues;
Abortion;
Depression; and
Shock and even death.

Infected animals can also serve as sources of infection to other household animals and humans.

What to do Next

Consumers with any of the recalled products should immediately return it to their retailer, where it was purchased, for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Steve’s Real Food at 888-526-1900 (Monday-Friday: 9am-4pm Mountain).

Source: FDA: Steve’s Real Food Recall

RECALL: G & C Raw

Posted on August 17, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

G & C Raw, LLC (of Versailles, OH) issued a recall on August 6th for two of their products, 1-lb containers of Pat’s Cat Turkey Cat Food and 2-lb containers of Ground Lamb Dog Food for potential Listeria contamination.

Why the Recall

The recall was initiated after a routine sampling by the Ohio Department of Agriculture revealed the presence of the bacteria. No illnesses have been reported to date.

The affected products are not being produced or distributed until the investigation has been completed and the source of the problem identified.

The recall specifically involves:

PAT’S CAT TURKEY CAT FOOD
- (30) 1-lb clear plastic containers
- Lot #WWPKTF051618
- Distributed in OH, MI, IN, PAN, KY, NC and GA through direct delivery
GROUND LAMB DOG FOOD
- (40) 2-lb plastic container
- Lot #MFF022718
- Distributed in OH, MI, IN, PAN, KY, NC and GA through direct delivery

What You Should Know About Listeria Monocytogenes

Mild to severe diarrhea;
Anorexia;
Fever
Nervous, muscular and respiratory system issues;
Abortion;
Depression; and
Shock and even death.

Infected animals can also serve as sources of infection to other household animals and humans.

What to do Next

Consumers with any of the recalled products should immediately return it to G & C Raw, 225 N. West Street, Versailles, OH for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact the company at 937-827-0010 (Eastern) or by email at GCRawDogFood@yahoo.com.

Source: Truth About Pet Food: G & C Recall, August, 2018 and FDA: G & C Raw, LLC Recall

RECALLS: The Dog Food Recalls Continue …

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Recent recalls include products made by:

K9 Natural
Vital Essentials
OC Raw Dog

Below are the latest recalls since our last blog post.

K9 Natural Ltd

On April 13th, K9 Natural Ltd of New Zealand voluntarily recalled four batches of its K9 Natural Frozen Chicken Feast (the 2.2 and 11lb bags) that were imported to the United States in June 2017. The recall was issued due to potential Listeria monocytogenes.

The recall involves:

K9 Natural Frozen Chicken Feast (2.2 lb bags):

Shipped to distributors/pet speciality retail stores in WA, CA, TX and CO with the batch #170517 and an expiration date of 17NOV2018.

K9 Natural Frozen Chicken Feast (11 lb bags):

Shipped to distributors/pet speciality retail stores in WA, CA, TX, CO and PA with the following batch numbers:

#150517 (expiration date of 15NOV2018)
#160517 (expiration date of 16NOV2018)
#170517 (expiration date of 17NOV2018)

There have been no reports of illness.

Customers with questions may contact the company via phone at 1 888 345 4680, M-F 8am-5pm PST & EST and S-S 14 &15 April 2018 8am-5pm PST & EST or email info@k9natural.com.

Click here to learn more about the K9 Natural recall.

Vital Essentials

For the third time, another recall was issued on two Vital Essentials products: Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Beef Toppers and Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Chub Entree for Dogs due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Salmonella can infect both dogs, cats and humans.

The recalled products can be identified with the following information:

Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Beef Toppers: Lot #13815, Best by 06/04/19

Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Chub Entrée: 5 lb., Lot #13816, Best by 12/27/18

Customers may notify their retailer for a replacement or refund or contact the company at 920-370-6542.

Click here to learn more about the Vital Essentials recall.

OC Raw Dog

OC Raw Dog of Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, issued a voluntary recall of approximately 1,560 lbs of their Chicken, Fish & Produce Raw Frozen Canine Formulation due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The affected products were manufactured on October 11, 2017 with a Lot number of 3652 and a Use By Date of October 11, 2018.

The recalled Lot #3652 was shipped and sold to Independent Speciality Retailers in the following states: CA, CO, FL, MD, MN, PA and VT.

Click here to read more about the OC Raw Dog recall.

NOTE: Another recall was also issued by OC Raw Dog for its Freeze-dried Sardines because the product exceeded FDA size restrictions (of 5 inches). (The FDA has determined that salt-cured, dried or fermented un-eviscerated fish larger than 5 inches have been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning between 1981 and 1987 and then again in 1991.)

Click here to read more about the OC Raw Dog recall for Freeze-dried Sardines.

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RECALL: SmallBatch Pets Frozen Pet Food

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Smallbatch Pets Inc., of Portland, Oregon, is recalling two specific lots of its frozen bags of 2lb Chicken Blend (for dogs and cats) due to finding salmonella.

The affected products were distributed to retail pet food stores in CA, CO, OR and WA and were sold between February 1st until May 5th, 2017.

The affected lots include:

Lot D032
UPC: 705105970974
Best By Date: 2/1/2018

and:

Lot E058
UPC: 705105970974
Best By Date: 2/27/2018

Salmonella and the Risks

Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is also a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having come into contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products. Symptoms of possible salmonella poisoning in humans include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. While rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms.

Pets poisoned with Salmonella may exhibit lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only show signs of decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers of salmonella and infect other animals or humans.

Contact your vet or doctor if you suspect salmonella poisoning for immediate help.

Why the Recall

According to a statement from Michael Vogel of Smallbatch Pets:

“The FDA (under the direction of the CVM) called us and they want us to recall two lots due to finding salmonella. No reported illness to dogs, cats or humans.”

What to do Next

Consumers with these products may return the affected product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the company by calling 888-507-2712 or by email at info@SmallBatchPets.com.

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RECALL: Cocolicious Canned Dog Food

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Party Animal, Inc., of West Hollywood, CA, is recalling specific lots of two varieties of its Cocolicious Canned Dog Foods because each tested positive for pentobarbital.

Pentobarbital is a drug used to euthanize animals.

The following products are affected by this recall and the company has identified these products were manufactured and distributed in 2015:

Cocolicious Beef and Turkey
Size: 12 ounce cans
Lot Number: 0136E15204 04
Best By Date: July 2019

Cocolicious Chicken and Beef
Size: 12 ounce cans
Lot Number: 0134E15 237 13
Best By Date: August 2019

Why the Recall

According to a statement by Party Animal Pet Foods on their Facebook page:

“On April 13, a retailer in Texas notified us that their customer had presented samples of our Cocolicious Beef and Turkey Lot #0136E15204 04 and Cocolicious Chicken and Beef Lot #0134E15 237 13 to a testing lab (at Texas A&M ), and that the results had tested positive for pentobarbital.”

What to do Next

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 855-727-8926 or by email at info@partyanimalpetfood.com.

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RECALL: Pig Ears for Potential Salmonella

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

EuroCan Manufacturing of Ontario, Canada, is voluntarily recalling one lot of its Barnsdale Farms® Pig Ears due to the potential presence of Salmonella contamination.

The products were packaged as individually shrink-wrapped packages in quantities of 6, 12 and 25 under the following brands:

Barnsdale Farms®
Barnsdale Farms Select®
Houndstooth®
Mac’s Choice®

The recalled products are all from one Lot (#84) and were distributed throughout the United States and Canada.

For images of all the recalled pig ear products, click here.

Salmonella and the Risks

Contact your vet or doctor if you suspect salmonella poisoning for immediate help.

Why the Recalls

While there have been no reports of illness, the company suspended distribution of the affected products while they, along with the FDA, continue to investigate the source of the problem. Routine testing revealed the presence of Salmonella in the recalled products.

What to do Next

Consumers who purchased any of the recalled pig ear products (Barnsdale Farms®, HoundsTooth® and Mac’s Choice®), should return them to the place of purchase for a refund. Consumers with questions should contact the Company directly at 888-290-7606 (Monday-Friday, from 9am – 5pm EST).

To learn more about this recall and to see images of the recalled products, go to:

RECALLS: Blue Buffalo and Wellness for Dogs

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Blue Buffalo Company is voluntarily recalling one lot of BLUE Wilderness® Rocky Mountain Recipe Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs. The recall was issued because of possible elevated levels of naturally-occurring beef thyroid hormones. The recall only involves the 12.5 oz can with the UPC code of 840243101153.

In addition, WellPet issued a voluntary recall of their Wellness Ninety-five Percent Beef Topper for Dogs also for possible elevated levels of naturally-occurring beef thyroid hormones. The recall only affects the 13.2 oz can.

Elevated levels of the naturally-occurring beef thyroid hormone may affect a dog’s metabolism. With prolonged consumption, dogs may exhibit symptoms like increased thirst and urination, increased heart rate, restlessness and weight loss. Over time, symptoms could increase in severity and include vomiting, diarrhea and rapid or difficult breathing. Studies have shown that symptoms typically reverse as soon as the dog stops eating the affected product.

Why the Recalls

While the Blue Buffalo Company did not receive any reports of illness of dogs from consuming this recalled product, the FDA did advise the Company of a single consumer who reported symptoms in one dog. That dog has since fully recovered.

WellPet says there have been no reports of health problems as a result of feeding this recalled product. The voluntary recall was “done out of an abundance of caution.”

What to Do Next

Blue Buffalo Product: Consumers are encouraged to discontinue feeding this product, dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may email the Company at CustomerCare@BlueBuffalo.com or call them at 877-227-9587.

Wellness Product: Consumers are encouraged to stop feeding this product and email the Company at WeCare@WellPet.com or call them at 866-201-9072.

To learn more about these recalls, go to:

Blue Buffalo Recall:

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RECALL: Blue Buffalo/Blue Wilderness Wet Dog Food Cups

Posted on March 3, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Blue Buffalo has issued a voluntary recall of 17 varieties of their wet dog food products in the USA and Puerto Rico.

The “voluntary market withdrawal” (issued on February 28th) includes Blue Divine Delights (3.5 oz cups) and Blue Wilderness Trail Trays (3.5 oz cups).

Why the Recall?

The recall was issued due to a potential quality issue involving the foil seal on the top of the cup. At this time, there are no reports of any dogs becoming ill from the recalled products.

Which Products are Affected?

Below are the 17 recalled products and their respective UPC number.

BLUE Divine Delights Filet Mignon Flavor in Gravy 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312035
BLUE Divine Delights New York Strip Flavor in Gravy 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312037
BLUE Divine Delights Prime Rib Flavor in Gravy 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312039
BLUE Divine Delights Rotisserie Chicken Flavor in Gravy 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312041
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Filet Mignon Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312043
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Porterhouse Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312045
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Grilled Chicken Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312047
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Top Sirloin Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312049
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Angus Beef Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312051
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Roasted Turkey Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312053
BLUE Divine Delights Pate with Bacon, Egg & Cheese 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312057
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Sausage, Egg & Cheese Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312059
BLUE Divine Delights Pate Steak & Egg Flavor 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312061
BLUE Wilderness Trail Trays Duck Grill 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312071
BLUE Wilderness Trail Trays Beef Grill 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312073
BLUE Wilderness Trail Trays Chicken Grill 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312075
BLUE Wilderness Trail Trays Turkey Grill 3.5 oz. Cup	84024312077

What to Do Next

Consumers are encouraged to stop feeding these products and bring any remaining, affected products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers can also contact the company with any questions at 1-877-870-7363.

Click here to read the entire statement from Blue Buffalo.

RECALL: Frozen Blue Ridge Turkey Pet Food

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Blue Ridge Beef has issued another voluntary recall; this time for one of its raw, frozen turkey products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.

The affected product is sold in 2-lb chubs and can be identified by the manufacturing codes seen in the image below and was sold to retail stores in North Carolina, Florida, South Carolina, and Georgia.

Listeria can adversely affect pets who eat the product and their owners who do not thoroughly wash their hands (or surfaces) after coming into contact with the affected product. (Infected humans will have some – or all – of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. People exhibiting these symptoms should contact their healthcare provider.)

What to Do Next

Consumers are encouraged to immediately stop feeding these products, properly dispose of them or return them to their retailer for a full refund. If pets are displaying any of the symptoms listed above, they should be taken immediately to the vet for proper evaluation and treatment.

Consumers can also email the company at BlueRidgeBeefGA@yahoo.com.

Source: PetMD at https://t.co/dXz6eP4USF.

RECALL: Addiction Foods Canned Dog Food

Posted on September 18, 2016 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

On September 8th, Addiction Foods of Seattle, WA, announced it was doing a recall of two of its canned dog foods; New Zealand Venison & Apples Entree and New Zealand Brushtail & Vegetables Entree.

The voluntary recall was done in response to Addiction’s testing which identified:

elevated levels of Vitamin A; and
a slight variance in calcium / phosphorous ratios.

The limited quantities of affected product was shipped to select distributors and online retailers between February 11, 2016 and March 19, 2016.

No other Addiction Pet Food products are affected by this recall.

To learn more details about this recall and the specific UPC Codes, Lot Numbers and Expiration Dates, click here to go to the Dog Food Advisory website.

RECALL: Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Dog Food

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Cold Noses News: Content & Marketing Services for the Dog Professional Leave a comment

Blue Buffalo Company (Wilton, CT) has voluntarily issued a recall for a select lot of its Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula dog food due to the presence of excessive moisture and mold.

The specifics of the recall are: