More Dog Food Recalls
There has been a rash of dog food recalls in the past week.
Here is a list of the brands that are in question:
Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc. Recalls Dog Food Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Contact:Consumer:
(800) 364-4863
May 8, 2012 - Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc., El Cajon,
California, announced a voluntary recall of one batch of WolfCub Large
Breed Puppy Food and one batch of Solid Gold WolfKing Large Breed Adult
Dog, both with a Best Before date of December 30, 2012, and an “X” in
the 11th digit of the date code.
Solid Gold is voluntarily recalling the products below, distributed in the United States and Canada. This voluntary recall is being done out of an abundance of caution as these products were produced at the facility that has been linked to recent recalls of Diamond brand pet foods due to potential Salmonella contamination.
The products involved in this voluntary recall are:
Solid Gold WolfCub Large Breed Puppy Food, 4 lb, 15 lb, and 33 lb, with a best before date of December 30, 2012 and batch code starting with SGB1201A31X.
4 lb identifying UPC 093766750005
15 lb identifying UPC 093766750012
33 lb identifying UPC 093766750029
Solid Gold WolfKing Large Breed Adult Dog Food, 4 lb, 15 lb, and 28.5 lb, with a best before date of December 30, 2012 and batch code starting with SGL1201A32X
4 lb identifying UPC 093766750050
15 lb identifying UPC 093766750067
28.5 lb identifying UPC 093766750081
Best by dates (lot codes) can be found on the back of the bag in the bottom right-hand corner of 33 lb, 28.5 lb and 15 lb bags and the bottom of the 4 lb bags.
Other Solid Gold recipes, sizes or brands of food are not impacted by this voluntary recall.
Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, would like replacement product or have additional questions, may call us at (800) 364-4863 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM through 5:00 PM Pacific time).
Solid Gold is voluntarily recalling the products below, distributed in the United States and Canada. This voluntary recall is being done out of an abundance of caution as these products were produced at the facility that has been linked to recent recalls of Diamond brand pet foods due to potential Salmonella contamination.
The products involved in this voluntary recall are:
Solid Gold WolfCub Large Breed Puppy Food, 4 lb, 15 lb, and 33 lb, with a best before date of December 30, 2012 and batch code starting with SGB1201A31X.
4 lb identifying UPC 093766750005
15 lb identifying UPC 093766750012
33 lb identifying UPC 093766750029
Solid Gold WolfKing Large Breed Adult Dog Food, 4 lb, 15 lb, and 28.5 lb, with a best before date of December 30, 2012 and batch code starting with SGL1201A32X
4 lb identifying UPC 093766750050
15 lb identifying UPC 093766750067
28.5 lb identifying UPC 093766750081
Best by dates (lot codes) can be found on the back of the bag in the bottom right-hand corner of 33 lb, 28.5 lb and 15 lb bags and the bottom of the 4 lb bags.
Other Solid Gold recipes, sizes or brands of food are not impacted by this voluntary recall.
Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, would like replacement product or have additional questions, may call us at (800) 364-4863 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM through 5:00 PM Pacific time).
Apex Pet Foods Initiates Voluntary Recall of Dry Pet Food Due to the Potential for Salmonella
No Pet or Human Illnesses have been Reported Associated With Apex Dog Food
Contact:
Consumer:
866-918-8756
May 4, 2012 - Apex Pet Foods announced today that it is issuing a voluntary recall of all dry dog food formulas manufactured on January 24, 2012.
Although there have been no animal or human illnesses related to Apex Dog Food and the product has not tested positive for Salmonella, the company has voluntarily initiated this recall out of caution to ensure the health and safety of consumers and their pets.
The following products are being recalled
| Description | Size | Production Code | Best By Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Chicken and Rice Dog | 40 lb. | ACD0101B32 | 24-Jan-2013 |
| Apex Chicken and Rice Dog | 20 lb. | ACD0101B32 | 24-Jan-2013 |
Apex Pet Foods apologizes for any potential issues this may have caused pet owners and their pets.
Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or who would like replacement product or a refund, may contact Apex Pet Foods via a toll free call at 1-866-918-8756, Monday through Sunday, 8 am – 6pm EST. The company is working with distributors and retailers to ensure all affected product is removed from shelves.
Canidae Pet Foods Initiates Voluntary Recall of Dry Pet Food Due to the
Potential for Salmonella
Contact:
Consumer Contact: 800-398-1600
Media Contact: Michael Lopes 800-398-1600 ext. 516 mlopes@canidae.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 5, 2012- Canidae Pet Foods announced today that it is issuing a voluntary recall of certain dry pet food formulas manufactured between December 9, 2011, and January 31, 2012 at the Diamond Pet Food Gaston, South Carolina plant.
Although there have been no animal or human illnesses related to Canidae Pet Food, and the product has not tested positive for Salmonella, the company has voluntarily initiated this recall out of caution to ensure the health and safety of consumers and their pets.
The below list of product with production codes that must have both a number “3” in the 9th position AND an “X” in the 10th or 11th position with best before dates of December 9, 2012, through January 31, 2013 which are being recalled.
- Canidae Dog, All Life Stages
- Canidae Dog, Chicken Meal & Rice
- Canidae Dog, Lamb Meal & Rice
- Canidae Dog, Platinum
The recall affects only products distributed in the following Eastern U.S. states which were manufactured at the Diamond Pet Food Gaston, South Carolina plant. Further distribution to other pet food channels may occur:
Florida, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee
Canidae Pet Foods apologizes for any potential issues this may have caused pet owners and their pets.
Wellpet LLC Voluntarily Recalls One Recipe Of Dry Dog Food Due To Salmonella At Diamond Pet Foods' Facility
Contact:Consumer
877-227-9587
May 4, 2012 - WellPet LLC announced a voluntary recall of one recipe
of Wellness® dry dog food after being notified by Diamond Pet Foods
regarding the presence of Salmonella in Diamond’s Gaston, South Carolina facility.
The company is voluntarily recalling the select products below. This voluntary recall is being done out of an abundance of caution as these products were produced at the facility that has been linked to recent recalls of Diamond brand foods due to the threat of Salmonella.
The products involved in this voluntary recall are:
Wellness Complete Health® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy, 15 lb. and 30 lb. bags and 5 oz. sample bags with best by dates of JAN 9 2013 through JAN 11 2013.
Best by dates (lot codes) can be found on the back of the bag in the bottom right-hand corner.
No other WellPet recipes, sizes or brands of food are impacted by this voluntary recall
"As a pet parent myself, I know how important peace of mind is when it comes to the health of our pets, and that is why we require that all of our products undergo testing for Salmonella, among other things," said Tim Callahan, chief executive officer of WellPet, the maker of Wellness® products. "All of these lots tested negative prior to being released for sale. We are voluntarily taking this additional step to further safeguard our dogs and to put our customers’ minds at ease."
The majority of Wellness natural products for pets are produced in WellPet's own modern state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Mishawaka, Indiana. WellPet no longer purchases any products from Diamond Pet Foods.
Diamond Pet Foods Expands Voluntary Recall of Dry Pet Food Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Batches of the brands manufactured between December 9, 2011 and April 7, 2012 are affected
Contact:
Consumer Contact: 866-918-8756
May 5, 2012 – Diamond Pet Foods today announced that it is expanding a
voluntary recall to include batches of nine brands of dry pet food
formulas manufactured between December 9, 2011 and April 7, 2012 due to
potential Salmonella contamination.
In April
2012, Diamond Pet Foods initiated three voluntary recalls of Diamond
manufactured dry dog food. Although none of the additional products
being recalled have tested positive for Salmonella, the company
is pulling them from store shelves as a precaution. Diamond Pet Foods
is coordinating efforts with federal and state health and regulatory
agencies and decided to independently expand the recall to ensure the
safety and well-being of customers and their pets.
The
company stated: “We have taken corrective actions at our Gaston, S.C.,
facility and voluntarily expanded the recall out of concern for our
customers and their pets.”
Brands included in the recall include:
- Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul
- Country Value
- Diamond
- Diamond Naturals
- Premium Edge
- Professional
- 4Health
- Taste of the Wild
The following graphic illustrates how to read the production code and best-before date:
The recall affects only products distributed in the following U.S. states and Canada. Further distribution through other pet food channels may have occurred.
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Mississippi
- New York
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Virginia
- Canada
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Adult Dog Lamb, Rice & Vegetable Formula (Best Before December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Adult Dog Chicken, Rice & Vegetable Formula (Best Before December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Mature Dog Chicken, Rice & Egg Formula (Best Before December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Healthy Weight Dog Formulated with Chicken & Vegetables (Best Before December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Maintenance Cat Chicken & Rice Formula (Best Before December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Super Premium Healthy Weight Cat Formula (December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
- Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain Salmon Meal & Sweet Potato Formula for Dogs (December 9, 2012 through January 31, 2013)
The following illustrates how to read the production code and best-before date:
The recall affects only products distributed in the following U.S. states, Puerto Rico and Canada.
- Alabama
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Canada
- Puerto Rico
,
for more information. The company is working with distributors and
retailers to ensure all affected product is removed from shelves.
Diamond Pet Foods Expands Voluntary Recall to Include Diamond Puppy Formula
due to Possible Salmonella Contamination
Contact:
Media
Diamond Pet Foods
816-255-1974
Consumer
Diamond Pet Foods
800-442-0402
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
- April 30, 2012 - Diamond Pet Foods is expanding a voluntary recall to
include Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food. The company took this
precautionary measure because sampling revealed Salmonella in the product. No dog illnesses have been reported.
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.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.
Only the Diamond Puppy Formula products meeting the following descriptions are recalled:
Description Size Production Code Best By Date
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401B22XJW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401A21XAW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0101C31XME 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401B21XDJ 7-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0401B22XJW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0101C31XME 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0101C31XRB 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 8 lb. DPP0401B2XALW 7-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 6 oz. samples DPP0401
The recalled Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food was manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods in Gaston, S.C., and distributed in the following 12 states:
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- Kentucky
- Maryland
- Michigan
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Virginia
Natural Balance Pet Foods Initiates Voluntary Recall of Certain Dry Pet Food Due to the Potential for Salmonella Contamination
Contact:
Consumer:
(800) 829-4493
Media:
Daniel Bernstein
(310) 902-2554
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - May 4, 2012 - Natural Balance Pet Foods announced today that it is issuing a voluntary recall of certain dry pet food formulas manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods at their Gaston, South Carolina facility.
Although there have been no animal illnesses reported and none of the products included in the recall has tested positive for Salmonella, the company has voluntarily initiated this recall as a precautionary measure.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. 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. We do not have any confirmed reports of pet illnesses.
Individuals handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to a contaminated product. Healthy people who believe they may have been exposed to Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. According to the Centers for Disease Control, people who are more likely to be affected by Salmonella include infants, children younger than 5 years old, organ transplant patients, people with HIV/AIDS and people receiving treatment for cancer. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have received a limited number of reports of salmonellosis, the illness caused by Salmonella.
The following is a list of products affected, for select sizes:
- • 5 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog UPC# 7-23633-88650-5
- Lot Code NBH1202 Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012
- Lot Code NBH0103 Best By Date: March 12, 2013
- • 15 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog UPC# 7-23633-88615-4
- Lot Code NBH0101 Best By Date: March 5, 2013; March 6, 2013
- Lot Code NBH1202 Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012
- Lot Code NBH1203 Best By Date: December 13, 2012; December 14, 2012
- • 28 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog UPC# 7-23633-88628-4
- Lot Code NBH0101 Best By Date: March 5, 2013; March 6, 2013
- Lot Code NBH0102 Best By Date: March 7, 2013; March 8, 2013
- Lot Code NBH0103 Best By Date: March 12, 2013
- Lot Code NBH1202 Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012
- Lot Code NBH1203 Best By Date: December 13, 2012; December 14, 2012
- • 5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog UPC# 7-23633-78755-0
- Lot Code NBR1202 Best By Date: December 10, 2012
- Lot Code NBR1203 Best By Date: December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
- • 15 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog UPC# 7-23633-78715-4
- Lot Code NBR1202 Best By Date: December 10, 2012;
- Lot Code NBR1203 Best By Date: December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
- • 28 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog UPC# 7-23633-78728-4
- Lot Code NBR1202 Best By Date: December 10, 2012
- Lot Code NBR1203 Best By Date: December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
- • 5 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog UPC# 7-23633-65553-8
- Lot Code NBT1202 Best By Date: December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012
- Lot Code NBT1203 Best By Date: December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
- • 15 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog UPC# 7-23633-61718-5
- Lot Code NBT1201 Best By Date: December 9, 2012
- Lot Code NBT1202 Best By Date: December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012
- Lot Code NBT1203 Best By Date: December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
- • 28 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog UPC# 7-23633-63031-3
- Lot Code NBT1201 Best By Date: December 9, 2012
- Lot Code NBT1202 Best By Date: December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012
- Lot Code NBT1203 Best By Date: December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
- • 5 LB Natural Balance Vegetarian Dog UPC# 7-23633-80855-2
- Lot Code NBV1201 Best By Date: December 9, 2012
- • 28 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Large Breed Bites
- UPC# 7-23633-44443-9
- Lot Code NLB1202 Best By Date: December 12, 2012
- Lot Code NLB1203 Best By Date: December 20, 2012; December 21, 2012
- • 5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Small Breed Bites
- UPC# 7-23633-42300-7
- Lot Code NSL1201 Best By Date: December 21, 2012
- • 12.5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Small Breed Bites UPC# 7-23633-42301-4
- Lot Code NSL1201 Best By Date: December 21, 2012
Natural Balance Pet Foods apologizes for any potential issues this may have caused.
Signs of Salmonella:
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. 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.
Individuals handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. People who believe they may have been exposed to Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. According to the Centers for Disease Control, people who are more likely to be affected by Salmonella include infants, children younger than 5 years old, organ transplant patients, people with HIV/AIDS and people receiving treatment for cancer. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have received a limited number of reports of salmonellosis, the illness caused by Salmonella. We are working with the CDC, but due to patient confidentiality, we cannot comment further.
Yes, it's a LOT of information to take in. Please be sure to spread the word of these recalls to all your pet parent friends & if your brand pet food is here, research your product codes on line or call the manufacturer to be sure your lot number hasn't been overlooked.
Fortunately, Mr. Mutt & I swear by Fromm dog food & we have never had to fear for our pets health...not one recall in all the years we have been purchasing their brand. We have learned that feeding 5 dogs may be expensive (buying proper food & making some great homemade food for them) but sending 5 dogs to the vet is much more expensive. I hope your pets are safe & well!
Fortunately, Mr. Mutt & I swear by Fromm dog food & we have never had to fear for our pets health...not one recall in all the years we have been purchasing their brand. We have learned that feeding 5 dogs may be expensive (buying proper food & making some great homemade food for them) but sending 5 dogs to the vet is much more expensive. I hope your pets are safe & well!
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