There are few things more frightening than learning that a recall has affected you — especially if it is a product related to your four-legged friend. But there’s no reason to fly into a panic; many contaminations are caught before they become widespread, and there are simple steps you can take to keep you (and your pets) safe.
But first thing’s first: Check and see if you have come into contact with any of the affected products.
The following four dog foods and treats have recently tested positive for Salmonella, which is not only dangerous to pets, but to humans who have had contact with the products. Symptoms (which are similar in humans and animals) include lethargy, fever, body aches, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping and diarrhea.
Raws for Paws Dog Food
Products being recalled: 5-pound and 1-pound chubs of Ground Turkey Pet Food
Concern: Salmonella contamination
Identifying details: The products have case codes of 9900008, 9900009, 9900014, and 9900015. The manufacture date of Turkey Pet Food cases is 10/12/2017 and the manufacture dates of Combo Pack cases are between 10/12/2017 and 2/2/2018.
Red Barn Pet Products
Products being recalled: Redbarn Naturals 7-inch Bully Stick Dog Chews 3-pack
Concern: Salmonella contamination
Identifying details: The product comes in a 2.4 ounce, green plastic bag marked with an expiration date of 112120ABC stamped on the side, with the UPC #7 85184 25105 8.
Darwin’s Dog Food
Products being recalled: Darwin’s ZooLogics dog food
Concern: Salmonella contamination
Identifying details: ZooLogics Chicken and Vegetable Meals for Dogs, manufactured 11/2/17; ZooLogics Duck and Vegetable Meals for Dogs, manufactured 11/16/17.
Smokehouse Pet Products
Products being recalled: 4-ounce bags of “Beefy Munchies” dog treats
Concern: Salmonella contamination
Identifying details: The product in question comes in 4-ounce packages with UPC Code: 78565857957; Lot number: 449294; and Best Used By Date: 10/25/19 (stamped in back).
If you have come into contact with any of the potentially contaminated products, here’s how to proceed:
- Stop feeding these products to your pet immediately.
- If you (or anyone else who feeds your dog) has had contact with the products and are experiencing Salmonella symptoms, see a doctor immediately.
- If your pet has had contact with the products, take them to a vet immediately. Animals can be affected by Salmonella, even if they appear perfectly healthy.
- Once you confirm everyone is safe, check the product’s recall page to find out how to receive a full refund.
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