The recall involves more than 50 different products distributed to retailers across the country and online with expiration dates ranging from April 2022 to September 2022.
Dozens of Pet Food Brands Recalled for Salmonella Risk
Posted: March 30, 2021 at 12:34 PM m. EDT
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee. (WVLT) - A national pet food recall has been issued due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
The recall involves more than 50 different products distributed to retailers across the country and online with expiration dates ranging from April 2022 to September 2022.
Midwestern Pet Foods began a voluntary pet food recall March 26 after routine sample testing indicated affected products may contain salmonella bacteria.
The revived brands include Sportstrail, Sportmix (including its Wholesomes and CanineX sub-brands), Pro Pac (including Pro Pac Ultimates), Meridian, and Earthborn Holistic (including its Unrefined and Venture sub-brands). Clickhere for a full listof collected products.
Salmonella can make animals that eat contaminated food sick, and it can also infect people who handle the food. Pets with salmonella infections may appear lethargic, have diarrhea, and a decreased appetite. Humans can experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever.
Retailers are encouraged to immediately remove recalled products from their shelves and inventory. Pet owners are cautioned not to give the product to their pets and to dispose of it "in a manner that is inaccessible to children, pets, and wild animals." Wash and sanitize pet bowls, cups, and food containers,” the recall notice says. “Always wash and sanitize your hands after handling collected food or any utensil that comes in contact with collected food.”
Dishes and hands that came in contact with the recalled food should be washed, the FDA advised.
Midwestern Pet Foods Consumer Affairs can be contacted atinfo@midwesternpetfoods.comor (800) 474-4163, extension 455, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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