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*Update as of 11/06/09*
The FDA is issuing a warning to all pet owners to NOT use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by Pet Carousel because of possible salmonella contamination.
The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie Delight and Pet Carousel. The affected beef hooves were packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley’s, Doggie Delight, and Pet Carousel. This includes all sizes and all lots of any of the above products.
More information regarding these products and the symptoms of salmonellosis can be found on the FDA's website. |
*Update as of 11/05/09*
PetSmart has voluntarily recalled two Dentley's Beef Hoof products for potential salmonella contamination. The recalled products include only the following types of Dentley's Beef Hooves purchased between Oct. 2, 2009 and Nov. 3, 2009:
Dentley's Bulk Cattle Hoof UPC# 73725703323
Dentley's 10 Pack Beef Hooves UPC# 73725736055
More information regarding these products and the symptoms of salmonellosis can be found on the FDA's website. |
*Update as of 10/28/09*
Wysong has issued a recall on specific batches of dry extruded dog foods manufactured in June, July, and August of 2009. Certain lots of Wysong Maintenance, Senior, and Synorgon were found to contain mold.
For a complete list of affected products, please click here to view the lot numbers and discontinue use immediately if your pet's food is on the list. |
*Update as of 05/21/09* Nutro Products has voluntary recalled select varieties of dry cat foods due to incorrect levels of zinc and potassium. The affected products include varieties of NUTRO NATURAL CHOICE COMPLETE CARE Dry Cat Foods and NUTRO MAX Cat Dry Foods. There have been no consumer complaints at the time of the recall, but Nutro urges pet owners to discontinue use of this food immediately and monitor their cats for any symptoms of illness. For a complete list of affected products, please click here to read the Nutro press release in its entirety. |
*Update as of 03/10/09* Another company has issued a voluntary recall of pet food products with peanut ingredients. American Nutrition Inc. has recalled numerous products, including Vita Bone Flavors Dog Treats in various sizes, Peanut Butter Vita Snacks, Farm Style Assorted Dog Biscuits, Hill Country Fare Dog biscuits in several flavors and sizes, several varieties of Integrity Dog Biscuits, Northwest Royal Dog Biscuits, Mill Creek Dog Biscuits, Premium Smarty Dog Biscuits Springfield Prize Multi-Flavor Dog Biscuits, Western Family Biscuits, Nex Gen Pet Products Small Assorted Biscuits and a number of bulk dog biscuit products. Also included in the pet food recall are several bird food products that have peanut ingredients. The latest pet foods added to the recall list include Raisin Suet, Variety Suet 3, Nutty Safari Suet, Variety 15 Pack Suet Multi-pack with 15 suets and the Woodpecket Suet Pack, all made by the Scotts Company; Roasted Feed Grade Peanuts made by Western Trade Group; and several American Health Kennels Inc. products, including numerous varieties of Bark Bars and other dog snacks. |
*Update as of 02/17/09* The CDC has posted a Questions and Answers section, regarding the Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak and pets, on their website. The Q&A includes what symptoms to watch for if you suspect your pet may have eaten a contaminated product, as well as how to dispose of the product. There are also specific handwashing instructions that you should follow if you come into contact with a contaminated product or the feces of an animal that has Salmonella. This is a zoonotic disease that can spread between animals and people, so precaution must be taken to ensure that it is not passed. If you are concerned that your pet may have Salmonella, please see your veterinarian for an accurate diagnosis and treatment. Your pet's veterinarian is always the best source of advice for your pet's health. |
*Update as of 02/03/09* The FDA has added seven pet-food products to the list of recalled products that may possibly be contaminated with salmonella. Carolina Prime issued a recall for products sold at PetSmart: two-pack of Peanut Butter Hooves, 4-inch Rawhide Bone Peanut Rawhides, 6-inch Beef Shank Peanut Butter Dog Bones and 6-inch Rawhide Bone Peanut Butter Rawhides. PetSmart and the Wegman grocery chain recalled Saligs three-count packs of Healthy Hide Deli Wrap 5-inch Peanut Butter Filled Rawhides. The SuperValu chain, which includes stores like Albertson's Shop'n Save, Save-A-Lot, Acme and Bristol Farms, has recalled Happy Tails' 4-pound and 26-ounce packages of multi-flavored dog biscuits and Shoppers Valu 4-pound packages of multi-flavor dog biscuits. |
*Update as of 01/18/09* The FDA is warning consumers of peanut butter products that may be tainted with a strain of salmonella typhimurium. Until further product-specific information is released, the FDA is asking consumers to postpone eating any cookies, crackers, ice cream, or candy that contains peanut butter. According to USA Today, snack products are potentially contaminated, but supermarket peanut butter is not. |
*Update as of 01/13/09* The FDA is continuing to warn consumers of a possible connection between illnesses in dogs and their consumption of chicken jerky products that are imported from China. The FDA is still investigating the cause of the illnesses, but advises pet owners that choose to feed their dog these products to monitor their pet for the following: decreased appetite or activity, vomiting, diarrhea, or increased water consumption and/or urination. If a pet shows any of these signs, discontinue use of the chicken products immediately and consult your veterinarian. The FDA warning in its entirety can be found here. |
*Update as of 09/13/08* Mars Petcare US has issued a voluntary recall of products manufactured at a certain facility, due to potential salmonella contamination. This recall includes Ol' Roy, Pedigree, Special Kitty, and many other brands. For a complete list of recalled foods, you can visit Mars Petcare US's website at http://www.petcare.mars.com. For more information about the recall, you can view the FDA's press release by clicking here. (Many thanks to Lynn Wilson for the tip!) |
*Update as of 09/20/07* Bravo! has recalled three poultry products for cats and dogs due to salmonella and listeria contamination. The affected products are Bravo Original Formula Chicken Blend frozen raw food, Bravo Original Formula Turkey Blend frozen raw food, and Bravo Basic Formula Finely Ground Chicken frozen raw food. Visit the AVMA website at http://www.avma.org/aa/petfoodrecall/other/breaking_news_070919.asp for specific sizes and product numbers. |
*Update as of 09/17/07* Several complaints have been filed regarding multiple brands of jerky treats for dogs that have been making pets sick - specifically with lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea. Specific brands and manufacturers have not been named, but all of the complaints have involved treats manufactured in China. Until more specific information is obtained, please use caution when feeding your pets any food products manufactured in China. Updated information will be posted on our website as soon as it is available. Click here to view the AVMA article in its entirety. |
*Update as of 08/30/07* According to consumeraffairs.com, the FDA blocked more than 100 Nutro Products from entering the United States last month because they appeared to contain unsafe additives or poisonous substances. Some of the foods on the Import Refusal List were Adult Turkey with Chicken Liver, Choice Adult Cat with Turkey & Duck, Choice Complete Care Kitten Rich in Chicken with Liver, and Adult Large Breed Chicken & Rice. Visit http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2007/08/pet_food_recalls69.html to view the article in its entirety. You can also visit http://www.fda.gov/ora/oasis/7/ora_oasis_i_72.html to view the FDA's Import Refusal List. |
*Update as of 08/22/07* Wal-Mart's Chicken Jerky and Chicken Jerky Strips pet food products have been recalled due to the presence of melamine. To view the AVMA article in its entirety, please visit their website at http://avma.org/aa/petfoodrecall/breaking_news_070822a.asp. Mars Petcare US recalls some Krasdale Gravy and Red Flannel Large Breed dog foods because of suspected Salmonella contamination. The affected products, as well as the East Coast stores in which they were sold, are listed at the AVMA website. You can view the article in its entirety at http://avma.org/aa/petfoodrecall/other/breaking_news_070822.asp. |
*Update as of 07/25/07* Castleberry's Food Company has expanded its human food recall to include pet food products. This recall is not due to the presence of melamine, as in the previous updates, but rather the suspicion of the presence of botulinum toxin, the substance that causes botulism. The following canned Natural Balance brand pet food products, which Castleberry's co-packs for Natural Balance, are being recalled: Natural Balance Eatables for Dogs Irish Stew With Beef, Potatoes & Carrots
Natural Balance Eatables for Dogs Chinese Take Out With Sauce With Vegetables and Chicken
Natural Balance Eatables for Dogs HOBO Chili With Chicken & Pasta
Natural Balance Eatables for Dogs Southern Style Dumplings With Chicken & Vegetables For more information, including signs and symptoms of botulism poisoning, see the FDA press release at http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2007/NEW01670.html. |
*Update as of
05/24/07* Diamond Pet Foods has recalled a limited quantity of Nutra
Nuggets Lamb Meal and Rice Formula after tests confirmed traces of
melamine due to cross-contamination. For production codes of
the recalled foods, as well as information on how to obtain a
refund, you can visit the FDA website to view the press release
here: http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/diamond05_07.html. |
*Update as of
05/19/07* Chenango Valley Pet Foods has expanded its recall list to
include eight new pet foods, including a ferret food. This is
the first ferret food to be included in the pet food recall.
These foods do not contain rice protein concentrate, but were
manufactured at the same time as the contaminated foods. The recalled foods are: 8 in 1 Ferret Ultra-Blend Advanced
Nutrition Diet; Doctors Foster & Smith Lamb & Brown Rice
Formula Adult Dog Food; Shop Rite Redi-Mixt Dog Food for Dogs; Lick
Your Chops Kitten & Cat Food; Shep chunk style dog food; Bulk
Lamb & Brown Rice Formula Dog Food, sold to one consignee
SmartPak; Health Diet Cat Food Chicken & Rice Dinner; and
Evolve Kitten Formula. To view the press release in its entirety, and to learn
more details about the foods listed above, please visit the FDA
website at http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/chenango05_07.html. (Thank you to Lynn Wilson for bringing this to our
attention!) |
*Update as of
05/15/07* Costco has recalled its Kirkland Signature
Lamb and Rice canned dog food after its manufacturer, American
Nutrition, announced that the rice protein concentrate used to
make this product may contain melamine. For more information,
visit the American Veterinary Medical Association website at http://www.avma.org/aa/petfoodrecall/breaking_news_070515a.asp. |
*Update as of
05/14/07* Royal Canin USA has announced a nationwide
recall of eight Sensible Choice dry dog food products and seven
Kasco dry dog and cat food products, according to a press
release. Please visit the Royal Canin USA website at http://www.royalcanin.us/news/eight_sensible_choice_dry_dog_1.html to view the press release in its
entirety and for a complete list of the affected foods. |
*Update as of
05/04/07* SmartPak Canine has issued a voluntary nationwide recall on
all lots of LiveSmart Adult Lamb and Brown Rice food after this
product tested positive for presence of melamine. Visit the
FDA website at http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/smartpak05_07.html to
view the SmartPak Canine press release in its entirety. |
*Update as of
05/03/07* Menu Foods has expanded their recall list
to include 200 more items due to cross-contamination
concerns. These are foods that don't necessarily contain
contaminated wheat gluten, but were processed in the same plants at
the same time as the affected foods. PLEASE review the Menu
Foods recall list at http://www.menufoods.com/recall/PressReleaseUS05022007.htm before
feeding your pets any packaged foods. |
*Update as of
04/30/07* American Nutrition, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of more
canned foods for both cats and dogs in addition to the ones listed
in the 04/27/07 update. They are not sold under the American
Nutrition name, but rather Blue Buffalo, Chicken Soup for the Pet
Lover's Soul, Harmony Farms, Natural Balance, Canine Caviar,
Diamond, Kirkland, and Mulligan Stew. For a complete listing of recalled canned cat and dog foods and
some baked dog treats, visit the AVMA website at http://www.avma.org/aa/menufoodsrecall/breaking_news_070430.asp. |
*Update as of
04/27/07* Diamond Pet Foods and Chicken Soup for the
Pet Lover's Soul have recalled several types of canned food for
both cats and dogs. This recall is in response to the
announcement that American Nutrition, Inc, a manufacturer used by
both companies, used a rice protein concentrate that contained
melamine. The affected types of canned food are Diamond Lamb
& Rice Formula for Dogs 13 oz. cans, Chicken Soup for the Pet
Lover's Soul Kitten Formula 5.5 oz. cans, and Chicken Soup for the
Pet Lover's Soul Puppy Formula 13 oz. cans. To view the press
release in its entirety, visit the FDA website at http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/diamond04_07.html. |
*Update as of
04/26/07* Drs. Foster and Smith Pet Food, along with
Chenango Valley Pet Foods, has issued a voluntary recall
of several pet foods, including Drs. Foster and
Smith Adult Dry Lite Dog Food and Adult Dry Cat Food due to a
risk of melamine in its rice protein concentrate. Please
visit the Drs. Foster and Smith website at http://www.drsfostersmith.com/general.cfm?gid=568 for
product lot numbers and refund information. |
*Update as of
04/24/07* According to the AVMA website, LiveSmart
Weight Management Chicken and Brown Rice dog food was recalled by
its manufacturer, who had received potentially contaminated
rice protein concentrate. You can view the entire press
release at http://www.avma.org/press/releases/070424_livesmart.asp. Another recall has been announced due to salmonella risks.
T.W. Enterprises has recalled its line of A.B. dog chews in various
sizes. Pets and people are at risk for this infection;
healthy pets can also be carriers. To view the list of dog
chews that have been recalled, as well as view the press
release in its entirety, visit the FDA website at http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/twenterprises04_07.html. |
*Update as of
04/20/07* Royal Canin USA has announced a voluntary nationwide recall of
all of its dry food products containing rice protein concentrate,
after discovering it contained a derivative of melamine.
Please view the FDA press release at http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/royalcanin04_07.html for
a list of all affected Royal Canin products, which include
some veterinary cat and dog diets, as well as some Royal Canin
Sensible Choice dry dog food formulas. As always, you can view the latest updates in the pet food
recall by visiting the American Veterinary Medical Association
website at http://avma.org/aa/menufoodsrecall/default.asp. |
*Update as of
04/19/07* Wilbur-Ellis, a company that has shipped
rice protein concentrate to pet-food manufacturers, has voluntarily
recalled all lots of the concentrate, because of a risk that it may
be contaminated with melamine. One affected product is Spa
Select Kitten dry food by Blue Buffalo Company. Please visit the AVMA website at http://www.avma.org/aa/menufoodsrecall/default.asp and
look carefully at the comprehensive list of recalled pet food
products before feeding your pet any foods, wet or dry, or any
treats. |
*Update as of
04/18/07* The Natural Balance Pet Foods products
that were recalled yesterday were found to contain melamine, the
same chemical that was suspected in previous pet food recalls,
reports the AVMA. The melamine in these foods, however, was
not in wheat gluten, but in rice protein, a completely different
food source. To view the entire article, as well as the
updated comprehensive food recall list, please visit the AVMA
website at http://www.avma.org/press/releases/070418_petfoodrecall.asp. |
*Update as of
04/17/07* Natural Balance Pet Foods is voluntarily
pulling one specific lot of dry dog and cat foods, after receiving
consumer complaints of animals vomiting and experiencing kidney
problems. According to the AVMA website, "the company is
advising consumers to discontinue feeding all Venison and Brown
Rice Dry Dog Food, and Venison and Green Pea Dry Cat Food."
The FDA, as well as Natural Balance, are investigating the cause of
the problem, as there is no indication that this is related to the
melamine in the wheat gluten. Visit http://www.avma.org/aa/breaking_news_070417.asp to
view this article in its entirety on the AVMA website. |
*Update as of
04/12/07* The American Veterinary Medical Association has compiled a
comprehensive list of recalled pet food products that have been
brought to their attention. To view this list of both cat and
dog pet food products, visit the AVMA website at http://avma.org/aa/menufoodsrecall/products.asp. |
*Update as
of 04/11/07* Menu Foods has voluntarily recalled more pet food products made
with the wheat gluten supplied by ChemNutra, Inc. According
to the Menu Foods website, this wheat gluten was used in the
production of pet food in Dec. 2006 and
Jan. 2007. You can view the latest recalled group
of Menu Foods pet products at http://www.menufoods.com/recall/PressRelease04102007US.htm.
The latest list includes such brands as America's Choice,
Nutriplan, Nutro, and Pet Pride. You can also visit
Nutro's website at http://www.nutroproducts.com/mfproductlist.asp for
the complete list of affected Nutro pet products, including many of
their 3 ounce cat cans. Royal Canin Canada has also announced a recall of Medi-Cal
Feline Dissolution Formula canned food, after learning of the
contaminated wheat gluten. According to Royal Canin USA, this
recall does not affect any Royal Canin products sold in US retail
stores or at veterinary clinics. You can visit the Royal
Canin USA website at http://www.royalcanin.us for more
information. |
*Update as of
04/05/07* Sunshine Mills, Inc. has announced a
voluntary recall of many brands of dog biscuits that may contain
contaminated wheat gluten. The list of affected brands
includes Ol' Roy, Nurture, Pet Life, and Lassie. For a
complete list of recalled Sunshine Mills, Inc. products, please
visit their website at http://www.sunshinemills.com/press_release.html. |
*Update as of
04/01/07* More snacks, treats, wet and dry foods have recently
been added to the list of recalled products, so please do not feed
your pets anything without checking the full listing of problem
foods! Several jerky-type treats, beef sticks, and also some
cat treats have been recalled, so please check the links on this
page before giving your pets any treats or
snacks. Purina has voluntarily recalled all sizes and varieties of its
ALPO® Prime Cuts in Gravy wet dog food with specific date codes due
to the common wheat gluten supplier. For more specific
information about the date codes and how to receive a refund on
this ALPO product, please view Purina's press release at http://www.purinavets.com/petfoodrecall.aspx#purinarelease. Del Monte Pet Foods has also voluntarily recalled select product
codes of its pet treat products, such as Jerky Treats, Gravy Train
Beef Sticks, Pounce Meaty Morsels, and Ol' Roy products. For
a complete list of products, and how to obtain a refund, please
visit their website at http://www.delmonte.com/petfoodrecall.html. |
*Update as of
03/30/07* Please discontinue all use of Hill's Prescription Diet m/d
Feline dry food immediately! According to the Hill's Pet
Nutrition, Inc. website (www.hillspet.com), this is a voluntary recall
because Hill's had received wheat gluten from the same supplier as
Menu Foods. If you have purchased this product from Knollwood
Hospital for Pets, please return it to our clinic for a full
refund. We have checked the ingredients of all of the other prescription
diets that we currently carry, and there are no other products that
contain wheat gluten. Corn gluten is an ingredient in some of
the prescription diets that we carry, but at this time, corn gluten
is considered safe. If an alternative diet is needed for a pet that is currently on
Hill's Prescription Diet m/d Feline dry food, and as a concerned
owner, you are uncomfortable using a different brand of dry food
that does not contain wheat gluten, you can use a fresh
food alternative. You can find easy-to-follow,
fresh food recipes in Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide
to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats, which is available for
purchase at our clinic, or at http://balanceIT.com, a website with recipes
developed by veterinary nutritionists. (Please note that if
you do choose to use a homemade recipe, it is very important
to rotate the protein and carbohydrate sources that you use.) You can also visit the Our Favorite
Things - Specialty Stores section of our
website to find a listing of stores where you can find
safe, wholesome, additive-free food for your pets. These
stores are recommended by clients (and our Doctors!) just like
yourself, who want only the best for their pets and would only buy
from these trusted resources. You can also click here to read Dr. Mitchell's
April 2007 Newsletter Highlight regarding the pet food recall and
healthy diet alternatives of frozen, dehydrated, and fresh foods
for your pet. Any current Knollwood Hospital for Pets clients that are
concerned for their pet's health should call the clinic to make an
appointment with the first available Doctor. The Doctor will
complete a full health exam, as well as offer blood and urine tests
that can inform you about the health of your pet's kidneys and
other body organs. Please keep in mind that this is an ongoing situation, and we
will keep you apprised of any new reports as we receive
them. We will update the website as we learn more about
which foods will be appropriate replacements for Hill's
Prescription Diet m/d Feline dry food. Please note that the
vast majority of recalled products are available for purchase at
any retailer; these are not the prescription diets that are
available from the clinic. The only prescription diet that
has been affected has been the Hill's Prescription Diet m/d Feline
dry food. For more information about melamine, the chemical found in the
contaminated wheat gluten, or for a complete list of recalled
products, you can visit the American Veterinary Medical Association
website at www.avma.org or the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration at http://www.fda.gov/cvm/MenuFoodRecallFAQ.htm. |
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