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United Pet Group Inc., Voluntarily Withdraws "Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches," and "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels" Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 27, 2013 - United Pet Group, Inc., announces that it has voluntarily withdrawn a limited quantity of the products "Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches," and "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels." These products contain small quantities of dried parsley flakes supplied to United Pet Group by Specialty Commodities, Inc. On February 11, 2013, Specialty Commodities, Inc. initiated a voluntary product recall of parsley flakes distributed to United Pet Group and other pet food suppliers because the products may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Specialty Commodities, Inc. distributed the products to United Pet Group on May 30, 2012, and August 29, 2012. Above listed products were distributed throughout the USA and Canada between Oct 2012 and Feb 2013.

Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

United Pet Group, Inc., is voluntarily withdrawing the following specific lot numbers of its "Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches," and "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels" because of the recall initiated by for parsley by Specialty Commodities, Inc. The specific lot numbers/production codes subject to this notice are as follows:

Ultra Blend Gourmet, Food for Parakeets (80oz bag)
UPC 26851 00904 Item # A904 / 056-0904-01 – USE BY dates: 07/20/15 and 10/20/15

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets (8oz bag)
UPC 26851 00505 Item # A505 / 11-20700 – USE BY dates: 10/23/15 and 11/14/1

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches (8oz bag)
UPC 26851 00546 Item # C546 / 11-20712 – USE BY date: 10/16/15

ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels (6.5oz bag)
UPC 26851 00512 Item # B512 / 11-20711 – USE BY date: 12/05/15

No other United Pet Group, Inc., products are affected by this voluntary withdrawal. Customers who have purchased any of the products noted above are urged to dispose of them or return them for a full refund. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there may be risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

There have been no known illnesses to date associated with the consumption of these products. If you have these products, please contact United Pet Group's Consumer Affairs team at 1-800-645- 5145, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30AM - 5:00PM Eastern Standard Time for a refund.

For press inquiries, please contact David Prichard at 608-278-6141, Monday through Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM Central Standard Time.

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Press release on FDA website: United Pet Group Inc., Voluntarily Withdraws "Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets," "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Canaries and Finches," and "ēCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels" Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

WEST DES MOINES, IA – Hy-Vee, Inc. today issued a voluntary recall of certain bags of Hy-Vee dog food due to elevated levels of a chemical contaminant commonly found in corn.

Routine random tests conducted by the Iowa Department of Agriculture indicated higher-than-normal levels of aflatoxin in some samples of Hy-Vee dog food produced at a Kansas City plant operated by Pro-Pet, LLC.

Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring by-product from the growth of Aspergillus flavus and can be harmful to pets if consumed in significant quantities.  Pets which have consumed this product and exhibit symptoms of illness including sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, vomiting, yellowish tint to the eyes or gums, or diarrhea should consultant a veterinarian.

The recalled products carry three different “Best By” dates and were distributed to Hy-Vee stores in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin between October 26, 2012 and January 11, 2013.

The following products are subject to the recall:
                   
Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 34-lb.
UPC:  07545005647
Lot # ending with:    29812KC
“Best By” Date:    11/24/13

Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 8-lb
UPC: 07545005667
Lot # ending with:    29812KC
“Best By” Date:    11/24/13

Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 4.4-lb.
UPC: 07545005665
Lot # ending with:    29812KC
“Best By” Date:    11/24/13

Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 4.4-lb.
UPC: 07545005665
Lot # ending with:    29912KC
“Best By” Date:    11/25/13

Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Bites, Bones & Squares (Yellow Bag) – 20-lb.
UPC: 07545005680
Lot # ending with:    29312KC
“Best By” Date:    11/19/13

Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Bites, Bones & Squares (Yellow Bag) – 4.4-lb.
UPC: 07545005560
Lot # ending with:    29312KC
“Best By” Date:    11/19/13

The recall is limited to the products, sizes and code dates listed above. No other Hy-Vee dog food products or code dates are affected by the recall.

Customers are urged to check the “Best By” dates on any product they have at home and refrain from feeding any of the recalled products to their pets. Any bags of Hy-Vee dog food subject to the recall, whether opened or unopened, may be returned to Hy-Vee stores for a full refund.

Hy-Vee officials emphasized the recall is voluntary and only conducted as a precautionary measure. No illnesses have been reported in dogs consuming the product, and the product does not pose a health risk to humans handling it. Hy-Vee officials have also removed all potentially affected products from Hy-Vee stores.

Consumers with questions may contact the company at 800-289-8343. This number is staffed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST.   


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The notice can be found on the Hy-Vee website

Nutri-Vet, LLC Recalls Nutri-Vet and Nutripet Chicken Jerky Products Because Of Possible
Salmonella Health Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 20, 2013 - Nutri-Vet, LLC. of Boise, ID is voluntarily recalling its Nutri-Vet and NutriPet Chicken Jerky Products because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can sicken animals that eat these products and humans are at risk for Salmonella poisoning from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the pet products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these symptoms after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has any of these signs, please contact your veterinarian.

Nutri-Vet is recalling the lot numbers below because the manufacturer of an ingredient used in the products below informed us of the possibility of Salmonella presence at the manufacturing facility, although no positive test results have been found on Nutri-Vet or NutriPet products to date.

The recalled Chicken Jerky Treats were distributed nationwide through online sales and in retail stores from April 2012 through February 2013 with Best By Dates ranging from April 20, 2014, through October 3, 2014.

The product comes in a clear plastic bag containing Chicken Jerky Treats as described below:

Item #   Description   Size   UPC
76-0081   NutriPet Natural Chicken Fillet Strips   16oz   76-0081 (No bar code)
50704   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Joint Health   5oz   669125507049
50705   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Joint Health   15oz   669125507056
50706   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Glossy Coat   5oz   669125507063
50707   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Glossy Coat   15oz   669125507070
50708   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Stress and Anxiety   5oz   669125507087
50709   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Stress and Anxiety   15oz   669125507094
50710   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Fresh Breath   5oz   669125507100
50711   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Fresh Breath   15oz   669125507117
50712   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for SENIOR Dogs   5oz   669125507124
50714   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Healthy Digestion   5oz   669125507148
50716   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Healthy Weight   5oz   669125507162
50701   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats   5oz   669125507018
50702   Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats   8oz   669125507025
50703   NNutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats   16oz   669125507032
99044   Nutri-Vet K9 Hip & Joint Chicken Breast Strips   8oz   669125990445
The United States based supplier has ceased the production and distribution of the ingredient supplied to Nutri-Vet while FDA and the manufacturer continue investigating as to the source of the potential contamination. No other products made by Nutri-Vet, LLC are included in the recall.

Consumers who have purchased Nutri-Vet and NutriPet Chicken Jerky Products are urged to stop feeding them to pets and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Nutri-Vet at 1-877-729-8668 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

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The recall notice is on the FDA website: Nutri-Vet, LLC Recalls Nutri-Vet and Nutripet Chicken Jerky Products Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

February 19, 2013 - Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling ALL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AT ITS DENVER, COLORADO FACILITY FROM APRIL 20, 2012 THRU SEPTEMBER 19, 2012 due to possible Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can sicken animals that eat these products and humans are at risk for salmonella poisoning from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the pet products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these symptoms after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has any of these signs, please contact your veterinarian.

The recalled Products of Dog Treats were distributed nationwide through various retailers from April 20th to September 19th.

Kasel Industries is recalling Boots & Barkley, BIXBI, Nature’s Deli, Colorado Naturals, Petco, and Best Bully Stick items. Lot numbers as shown in 1 Year Best By Date Table and 2 Year Best By Date Table, which are attached.

Kasel Industries has not received any reports of illnesses to date in connection with these products.

No other products made by Kasel Associated Industries are included in the recall. Specifically no products with best by dates after the specified ranges are included in the recall.

Consumers who have purchased any listed products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at (800) 218-4417 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

 

2 Year Best By Date
UPC       Lot/Best By Date
085239043165   Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Stick 12"   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403495   Boots&Barkley American Smoked Beef Femur Bone 3"   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043103   Boots&Barkley American Flossie 6-8"   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403440   Boots&Barkley American Pig Ear Strips 8oz   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043202   Boots&Barkley American Chicken Stuffed Beef Femur Bone 6"   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043110   Boots&Barkley American Braided Bully Stick 5"   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043325   Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 16oz   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043400   Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 8oz   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
490830400086   Boots&Barkley American Variety Pack 32oz   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899196   Boots&Barkley American Beef Ribs 2ct   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899172   Boots&Barkley American  Beef Knuckle   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899158   Boots&Barkley American Pig Ears 12ct   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899189   Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks 6ct   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899165   Boots&Barkley American Pork Femur   20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
681131857246   Roasted Pig Ear Dog Treats 28oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092903   25 PK Natural Pig Ears   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092910   12 PK Natural Pig Ears   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092927   12 PK Smoked Pig Ears   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092934   7 PK Natural Pig Ears   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092941   7 PK Smoked Pig Ears   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291   16oz Chicken Chips   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900151   16oz Salmon Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800178   4oz Chicken Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263510176   4oz Lamb Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900175   4 oz Salmon Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263801175   4oz Beef Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291   16oz Chicken Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263700157   16oz Pork Jerky   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018021   BIXBI Skin & Coat Beef Liver Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018045   BIXBI Skin & Coat Lamb Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018007   BIXBI Skin & Coat Chicken Breast Jerky Treats 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018069   BIXBI Skin & Coat Pork Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018144   BIXBI Hip And Joint Pork Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018120   BIXBI Hip And Joint Lamb Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018083   BIXBI Hip And Joint Chicken Breast Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018106   BIXBI Hip And Joint Beef Liver Jerky 5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk   TDBBS, Inc Buffalo Hearts Sliced 3 lbs   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk   TDBBS, Inc Knee Caps 25 Ct   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Pork Jerky Strips 16oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Chicken Jerky 16oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Turkey Cubes 4.5oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk   TDBBS, Inc Pig Snouts 25ct   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk   TDBBS, Inc Beef Lobster Tails 1ct   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Turkey Jerky Sticks 6ct   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Hearts of Lamb 4oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown   TDBBS, Inc Lamb Jerky 4oz   04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
 

1 Year Best By Date
UPC       Lot/Best By Date
647263800215   Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 3lbs   04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN
647263800208   Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 2.5lbs   04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN

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The recall is on the FDA website: Kasel Associated Industries Recalls All Products Manufactured at its Denver, Colorado Facility from April 20, 2012 thru September 19, 2012 Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk]

Posted on Nature's Variety website today, Feb. 15, 2013:


NATURE’S VARIETY ISSUES VOLUNTARY RECALL OF ONE BATCH OF INSTINCT® RAW ORGANIC CHICKEN FORMULA FOR DOGS & CATS DUE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK

Nature’s Variety has announced a voluntary recall of one batch of Instinct® Raw Organic Chicken Formula with a "Best if Used By" date of 10/04/13. This action is being taken because pieces of clear plastic may be found in some bags and could cause a potential choking risk to pets. The source of plastic has been identified and the issue has been resolved.

The affected product is strictly limited to a single batch of Organic Chicken Formula with the “Best if Used By” date of 10/04/13. This includes:

• UPC# 7 69949 60137 1 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 3 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70137 8 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 27 lbs. case
• UPC# 7 69949 60127 2 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 6 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70127 9 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 36 lbs. case

The "Best if Used By" date is located on the back of the package below the "Contact Us" section. The affected product was distributed through retail stores and internet sales in the United States and Canada. No other products were impacted.

Nature’s Variety became aware of a potential issue after receiving a consumer complaint. The source of the issue was identified and resolved. To date, there have been no reports of harm to dogs or cats.

Reed Howlett, CEO of Nature’s Variety, stated, "At Nature’s Variety we take quality and safety very seriously. We believe that under all circumstances, the health and safety of pets comes first."

Consumers feeding the affected product should discontinue use and monitor their pet’s health, and contact their veterinarian if they have concerns. Consumers who have purchased one of the above products can obtain a full refund or exchange by either returning the product in its original packaging or bringing a proof of purchase back to their retailer.

Consumers with additional questions can call the Nature’s Variety Consumer Relations team at 1.888.519.7387 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Or, click here to email us directly.

For media inquiries, please contact Jeff Dezen at JDPR by phone (864.233.3776, ext. 11) or email (jeffd@jdpr.com).

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Here's the post on Nature's Variety: http://www.naturesvariety.com/news/60

The Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily withdrawing its Hartz ® Chicken Chews ™ and Hartz ® Oinkies® Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken for dogs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 25, 2013 — The Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily withdrawing its Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken for dogs in the United States because they contain trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue.

We are taking this action after recent Hartz testing found trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue in samples of Hartz® Chicken Chews™ and Oinkies® Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken products. Even though two-thirds of the products we tested did not contain antibiotic residues, we would rather be overly cautious by voluntarily withdrawing these products from the market.

These antibiotics are approved for use in poultry in China and other countries, including European Union member states, but are not among those approved in the U.S. Based on the FDA’s review of the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets (NYSDAM) results, there is no evidence that raises health concerns, and these results are highly unlikely to be related to the reports of illnesses FDA has received related to jerky pet treats.

Immediately upon learning of this finding, Hartz contacted the FDA to share our test results and execute a nationwide voluntary withdrawal. There have been no known illnesses to date associated with the consumption of these products.

“Upon learning about the nationwide voluntary withdrawal of several other brands of chicken jerky products through media reports, Hartz acted immediately to begin additional testing to determine if the same unapproved antibiotic residues were present in our products,” said Sean McNear, Sr. Director of Quality and Regulatory at Hartz Mountain.

There is no indication that the trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue are linked to the FDA's ongoing investigation of chicken jerky products produced in China. The trace amounts of antibiotic residue do not pose a health or pet safety risk.

No other Hartz products are affected by this withdrawal.

If you have these products contact the Hartz Consumer Affairs team (24 hours/day 7 days/week) at 1-800-275-1414 for a refund.

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FDA Press Release

Milo’s Kitchen® Voluntarily Recalls Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers Home-style Dog Treats

Contact:
Consumer:
1-877-228-6493

Media:
Chrissy Trampedach
415-247-3420
media.relations@delmonte.com
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - January 9, 2013 - Milo’s Kitchen® today announced that it is voluntarily recalling its Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers home-style dog treats from retailer shelves nationally. No other Milo’s Kitchen® products are affected.

On Monday, New York State’s Department of Agriculture informed the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Company that trace amounts of residual antibiotics had been found in several lots of Milo’s Kitchen® Chicken Jerky. After consultation with the New York Department of Agriculture and FDA, the company decided to voluntarily recall Milo’s Kitchen® Chicken Jerky and Chicken Grillers, which are both sourced from the same chicken suppliers.

The use of antibiotics to keep chickens healthy and disease-free while raising them is standard practice in poultry production for both human and pet food. However, the antibiotics found in the products were unapproved and should not be present in the final food product.

Milo’s Kitchen® has a comprehensive safety testing program in place for its products from procurement through manufacturing and distribution. Part of that program involves extensive testing for a wide range of substances commonly used to ensure the health of chickens. However, Milo’s Kitchen® did not test for all of the specific antibiotics found by the New York Department of Agriculture.

"Pet safety and consumer confidence in our products are our top priorities," said Rob Leibowitz, general manager, Pet Products. "While there is no known health risk, the presence of even trace amounts of these antibiotics does not meet our high quality standards. Therefore, today we decided to recall both products and asked retailers to remove the products from their shelves.

"Consumers who discard the treats will receive a full refund," said Leibowitz. "We are committed to Milo’s Kitchen® and stand by our guarantee of complete consumer satisfaction."

Consumers with questions about Milo’s Kitchen products can get further information at 1-877-228-6493.

See the FDA press release here.

[See the news release here:]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -November 20, 2012 - Carolina Prime Pet Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of dog treats, is voluntarily recalling the following product:

Priority Total Pet Care All Natural Bullstrips in a 5-count package
UPC: 0-21130-42080-3
Lot Code: 20082712 S 3195 and Lot Code: 20090312 S3195

The UPC can be located on the back label of each package. The lot Code is located on a sticker on the back of each bag of the 5 count product.

This lot of product has yielded a positive test for Salmonella when tested by the Colorado Dept. of Agriculture. Carolina Prime Pet is not aware of any reported cases of illness related to this product.

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

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

Priority Total Pet Care All Natural Bullstrips are sold in Safeway stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maryland, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington DC and Wyoming as well as Vons, Pavilions and Pak ‘N Save stores in California; Randalls and Tom Thumb stores in Texas; Genuardi’s stores in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and Dominick’s stores in Illinois. This product was distributed from about the first of September until now.

Customers who purchased the recalled dog treats should discontinue use immediately, and return items to the purchase location for replacement, refund, or discard.

No other products are included in this recall.

For further information, please call Carolina Prime Pet Inc. at 1-888-370-2360. (Mon-Fri. 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST)

See the news release here: Carolina Prime Pet Inc. Announces Recall Of Priority Total Pet Care All Natural Bullstrips Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

REMINDER
For those of you who have followed me on PetsitUSA, please know that I recently sold the website. I am now blogging at LucyGirl.net, where I continue to post pet food recalls. I'll also continue posting about my dog Lydia and her cancer battles as well as other pet related items. I hope you'll come see me there!
- Therese

Wellness is recalling some of their 12lb Small Breed Adult Health Dry Dog Food due to excess moisture. Their website is down due to hurricane Sandy, but they have the recall posted on their Facebook page.

    At Wellness, your complete satisfaction is always our top priority. Only the best tasting, most nutritious food will do for our furry family members. With that in mind we want to let you know that we have discovered that a small amount of our 12lb Small Breed Adult Health Dry Dog Food with the “Best By” date of August 18, 2013 did not meet our high standards. A small batch of the product with this specific date code was found to be higher in moisture than our recipe calls for. High moisture may cause food to mold before its expiration date, but poses no health risk.

    We want you and your pet to be completely satisfied, so we are asking those who may have this limited supply of food to contact us for a replacement. No other dates, bag sizes or recipes are affected. Thanks for your support of Wellness, and we apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-225-0904. We’ll be open at 8am eastern on Wednesday morning.

See the Wellness Pet Food Facebook page for more information.

Sunland is recalling more pet food due to Salmonella.

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 23, 2012 – Wildwood Seed & Specialties, Monroe, Oregon, is voluntarily recalling a limited supply of their Sleek and Sassy brand bird and small animal foods that contain raw in-shell peanuts. These products contain peanut ingredients recalled by Sunland Inc. due to their potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

    Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products.

    Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some, or all, of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

    Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

    No pet or consumer illnesses from this product have been reported to date. However, because of their commitment to safety and quality, Wildwood Seed & Specialties is conducting a voluntary recall of this product.

    The potentially affected lots of Sleek and Sassy brand pet foods were distributed to retail pet food stores in Oregon and Washington, primarily through pet specialty retailers.

    The Sleek and Sassy products are sold in plastic bags/jars and paper bags. The products affected by this recall are identified with the manufacturing codes 01148 through 01241.

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    The original recall initiated by Sunland, Inc., on September 24, 2012, included Peanut Butter and other Nut Butter products produced in a separate building from where raw and roasted shelled and in-shell peanuts are processed. The extension to include their Peanut Processing Plant is the result of the continued investigation by Sunland and FDA. Sunland has ceased the production and distribution of all products from both its Peanut Butter Plant and its Peanut Processing Plant while FDA and Sunland continue their investigation. No consumer illnesses from raw and roasted shelled and in-shell peanuts from their Peanut Processing Plant have been reported to date. The most current information is available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), regarding confirmed illnesses is available at their website:

    http://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/brediney-09-12/index.html

    Consumers who have purchased the above lots of Sleek & Sassy brand are urged to stop feeding them and return product to place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of them immediately. For further information about the recall please call 541-847-6126 from 10:00 AM to 4 PM PST Monday through Friday.

SEE THE FDA NOTICE FOR THE PRODUCT NAMES, LOT CODES, ETC.