Iams prescription cat food recall

From the Proctor & Gamble press release

P&G Recalls Two Lots of Prescription Renal Diet Cat Food due to a Possible Health Risk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — CINCINNATI, July 25, 2010 – The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG), is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its prescription renal dry cat food as a precautionary measure, as it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

The following products are included:

Product Name Lot Code
UPC Code

Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs
01384174B4
0 19014 21405 1

Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs
01384174B2
0 19014 21405 1

This product is available by prescription through veterinary clinics throughout the U.S.

No illnesses have been reported.  A FDA analysis identified a positive result on the lot codes listed above.  Lot codes can be found in the lower right corner on the back of the bag.

Consumers who have purchased dry cat food with these codes should discard it.  People 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.  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 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.

For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-894-4458 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).

(Photo: courtesy Diana Hansen)

food recall: frozen chicken nuggets

In a nutshell: frozen chicken nuggets may contain pieces of plastic

From the company’s press release

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2010 – Perdue Farms, Inc., a Perry, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 91,872 pounds of frozen chicken nugget products that may contain foreign materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The products subject to recall include: 1-pound, 13-ounce bag of “GREAT VALUE Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets.”

Each bag bears the establishment number “P-33944” as well as a case code of “89008 A0160” on the backside of the packaging. There is also a “BEST IF USED BY” date of June 9, 2011.Each case contains 8 bags and the frozen chicken nugget products were produced on June 9, 2010, and were shipped to a single retail store chain nationwide. (Update: The chain is Wal-Mart.)

The company discovered small pieces of blue plastic after receiving consumer complaints. FSIS has not received any reports of injury at this time. Anyone concerned about an injury from consumption of this product should contact a physician.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. Consumers with questions about the recall should contact Perdue Consumer Relations at (877) 727-3447

baby spinach recall

In a nutshell, some 6 oz bags of bagged spinach may be contaminated with Ecoli. No illnesses have been reported.

From the company’s press release:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 07, 2010 – Ready Pac Foods, Inc. Irwindale, CA is recalling 702 cases of the Baby Spinach variety of Spinach Temptations 6 oz. bagged salads with Useby Dates of July 4 with Product Code 11707B, IR127121 and July 8 with Product Code 12007B, IR130373 because they could be contaminated by Escherichia coli 0157:H7 (Ecoli 0157.H7). The recall extends only to products with this Use-by Date or Product Code sold in the following states: California, Washington and Arizona. No other Ready Pac Foods, Inc. products are included in the recall.

No illnesses related to these products have been reported.

Ready Pac is collaborating closely with the FDA. The recall notification is being issued out of an abundance of caution based on a confirmed positive result for Ecoli 0157:H7 in a random sample test conducted by the FDA.

Ecoli 0157:H7 is an organism that may cause diarrhea illness often with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. The condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.

Because it is still possible that products bearing the Use-by Dates of July 4 and July 8 with the above Products Codes could be on store shelves, this recall extends to retailers as well as consumers. Ready Pac believes that it is important to alert consumers and retailers who might still possess one of the potentially affected salads to dispose of it immediately.

Ready Pac Foods, Inc. has earned an outstanding safety record for over 40 years and has taken immediate precautionary measures to protect public health by issuing this voluntary recall and removing product from the market. We have notified all of our retail customers who have received the product in question and directed them to remove it from their shelves.

Instructions for Consumers:

Check your refrigerator for Ready Pac Baby Spinach, Spinach Temptations 6 oz. bagged salads with the Use-by Dates of July 4 and July 8 with the above Products Codes. The Use-by Dates are found in the upper left hand corner of the package with the Product Codes located immediately underneath.

Consumers who may have purchased the affected product are asked to record the Use-by Date and Product Code, immediately dispose of the product, and contact the Ready Pac Consumer Affairs representative, toll-free at (800) 8007822, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific Time) to obtain a full refund.

Instructions for Retailers:

All retailers who receive this product are asked to reconfirm with their distribution centers and all individual stores to ensure that no Baby Spinach with the Code Dates of July 4 and July 8 with the above Product Codes remains in their inventory or at store locations. A separate notification will be forwarded to all relevant Ready Pac retail customers. For additional details, retailers are asked to contact their Ready Pac customer service representative.

Complete Listing of Recalled Ready Pac Spinach Salad Products, Use-by Dates and Product Codes as follows:
Ready Pac Baby Spinach, Spinach Temptations 6 oz bagged salads (UPC Code 77745 20676) with the
following Product Codes and Use-by Dates:

Dogs: Merrick beef filet squares recall

In a nutshell: another dog food recall, possible salmonella

From the Merrick press release distributed by the FDA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2010 – Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 86 cases of its 10 oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” pet treats (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.

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 immediately.

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 immediately.

The Beef Filet Squares were shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.

The treats are sold in 10 oz plastic bags marked with “Lot # 10084TL7 Best By Mar 24, 2012” on the top of the bag and on a sticker applied to the bottom.

No illnesses have been reported to date. FDA collected a surveillance sample of “Merrick Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” (lot #10084TL7) which were purchased from a retail store. The sample tested positive for Salmonella.

Consumers who have purchased 10 ounce packages of “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” are urged to return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-664-7387 M-F 8:00 – 5:00 CDT.

Pet supplements recall

From the United Pet Group press release distributed by the FDA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2010 – United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily expanding its recent recall of its Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement tablets for Dogs to include additional pet nutritional supplement products for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella contamination.

View the  list of recalled products below.

The recalled products are sold nationally at various retailers. The products include various United Pet Group Pro-Pet and Excel branded products for dogs and cats, and certain other private label brands of the same products. All of the affected products are in tablet and powdered form. These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets. The affected products are those with expiration dates that include and are between “01/2013″ and “06/2013.” Products with expiration dates earlier than 01/2013 or later than 06/2013 are not included in this recall. The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.

Laboratory testing has revealed that some lots of some of these products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The company is recalling the additional products out of an abundance of caution.

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.

People who handle these products can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with them 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 the product should contact their healthcare providers.

Consumers who have purchased the affected products are urged to contact United Pet Group or the place of purchase for further direction. Consumers may contact United Pet Group at 1-877-399-5226, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.

TABLE OF RECALLED PRODUCTS

Label Sku UPC Label Description Expiry
353 825141273447 Doctors Foster and Smith Brewers Yeast Mega-Tabs with Garlic and Essential Fatty Acids 180 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
5619 18065056191 5619 Nature’s Miracle Pet Mess Easy Clean-up Net WT 12oz EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
1152092 800443076576 Petco Breath Tabs for Dogs Liver Flavor 50 TabletsPetco Breath Tabs for Dogs Liver Flavor 50 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
33805 825141059485 Doctors foster and Smith Dis-Taste Small Dog Tablets 250 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
33806 825141008629 Doctors Foster and Smith Ext Strength Dis-Taste Tablets 180 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
33807 825141063680 Doctors Foster and Smith Ext Strength Dis-Taste Tablets 500 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
35908 825141095629 Doctors Foster and Smith Fresh Breath Tablets for Dogs 100 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
36763 825141291250 Doctors Foster and Smith Cran Health Support Normal Urinary Tract Health 60 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
673110 bottle
1094181 box 800443037065 Petco Ear Powder For Dogs 1oz (28g) Box Label EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
72157 825141055043 Doctors Foster and Smith Brewers Yeast Tablets for Dogs and Cats 750 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
9305 825141003921 Doctors Foster and Smith Ear Powder Net WT 1oz (28g) EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
9306 825141005154 Doctors Foster and Smith Ear Powder Net WT 4oz (113g) EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J707 26851007074 Excel 3 in 1 Ear Powder Ear Care Net WT 1oz(28g) EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J7110 26851071105 Excel Glucosamine Joint Care 120 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J7113 26851071136 Excel Glucosamine with MSM Joint Care 120 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J720 26851007203 Excel Deter Coprophagia Treatment Behavioral Aid 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J724 26851007241 Excel Deter Coprophagia Treatment Behavioral Aid 500 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J7311 26851073116 Excel Gas Preventative Digestive Aid Digestive Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J7315 26851073154 Excel Calm-Quil Calming Tablets Behavior Aid 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
J74016 26851074014 DDS Dental Breath Mints Breath Control 40 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K1723 26851017233 DDS Dental Breath Tabs Breath Control 200 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K1775 26851017752 Pro-Pet Brewers Yeast Daily Supplement 250 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K701 26851007012 Excel Calcium Daily Supplement 125 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K746 26851007463 Excel Calcium Daily Supplement 500 Tasty Chew tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K776/PR 26851007760 PR Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat 150 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K777/1 26851007777 Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care 600 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K778 26851007784 Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care 1000 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
K785 26851007852 Excel Brewers Yeast with Garlic Skin and Coat Care Mega Tabs 216 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
N1701 26851017011 Pro-Pet Senior Daily Vitamin Supplement 100 Tasty Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
N700TR 26851007005 Excel Pupply Multi Vitamin 100 Tasty Chew Tabs Time Release EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
N7301 26851073017 Excel Small Breed Multi Vitamin 45 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
N7309 26851073093 Excel Lutein Vision Maintenance Eye Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
N845TR 26851008453 Excel Adult Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78030 26851780304 Excel Advantage Adult Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78031 26851780311 Excel Advantage Puppy Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78032 26851780328 Excel Advantage Senior Multi Vitamin 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78033 26851780335 Excel Advantage Skin and Coat Essentials 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78034 26851780342 Excel Advantage Glucosamine Plus 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78035 26851780359 Excel Advantage Glucosamine Advanced Strength 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78065 26851780656 Excel Adult Multivitamin 120 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-78066 26851780663 Excel Senior Multi Vitamin 120 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82530 26851825302 Pro-Pet Glucosamine Joint Care 60 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82531 26851825319 Pro-Pet Stool-Eating Preventative(Corprophagia Treatment) 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82534 26851825340 Pro-Pet Anti-Stress Calming Tabs 60 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82562 26851825623 Pro-Pet Glucosamine Plus Joint Care 100 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82618 26851826187 Pro-Pet Breath Tabs 40 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82619 26851826194 Pro-Pet Breath Mints 200 Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82654 26851826545 Pro-Pet Gas Relief Digestive Aid 40 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82656 26851826569 Pro-Pet Glucosamine Advanced Joint Powder Net WT 10oz(283g) EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-82658 26851826583 Pro-Pet Daily Vitamin Supplement Powder Net WT 10oz (283g) EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-83062 26851830627 Pro-Pet Puppy and Small Breed Daily Vitamin Supplement 100 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-83065 26851830658 Pro-Pet Glucosamine Advanced Joint Care 60 Chew Tablets EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-N78012 26851780120 Excel Joint Ensure Moderate Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-N78013 26851780137 Excel Joint Ensure Advanced Care 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13
P-N78014 26851780144 Excel Flare-Away Joint Tabs 60 Tasty Chew Tabs EXP 01/13 thru 06/13