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PET PRODUCT RECALLS Recalls relating to pet diets and products seem to be ever changing. For a complete list of recalled products, visit the FDA website at:
July 26, 2010: The Proctor & Gamble Company is recalling specific lots of its Iams Veterinary Formula Feline Renal diet. For a list of recalled products, visit http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm220204.htm. July 2, 2010: United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily expanding its recent recall of its Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement tablets to include additional pet nutritional supplement products for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella contamination. For a list of recalled products, visit http://www.fda.gohtm v/Safety/Recalls/ucm217999.
June 9, 2010: The Procter & Gamble Company is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Iams canned cat food as a precautionary measure due to possible insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is essential for cats. Recall is for Iams ProActive Health canned Cat and Kitten food, all varieties of 3 oz. and 5.5 oz. cans with date on bottom of can 09/2011 to 06/2012. Consumers may call P&G toll free at 877-340-8826 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm EST) for further information. March 10, 2010: The Lincoln, Nebraska pet food manufacturer Nature's Variety recently recalled all of their Chicken Formula & Organic Chicken products with a "Best if Used By" date on or before 2/5/11 after receiving test results that indicated these products may have been contaminated with Salmonella. The "Best if Used By" date can be found above the handling instructions on the back of the packages. Nature's Variety are asking consumers to return any unopened products to the store they purchased the products from in order to receive a refund or exchange. However, those products that have been opened can be thrown away and consumers can bring in their receipt to the store they purchased the product from for a refund or exchange. According to the Nature's Variety website, the following products with UPC codes may be affected: * UPC#7 69949 60130 2 – Chicken Formula 3 lb medallions No other Nature's Variety products are included in the recall. The FDA has also released a statement to raise awareness about human exposure to Salmonella stating that, "People handling pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the product or any surfaces exposed to these products." Pet owners who have been exposed to Salmonella should, "monitor themselves for...the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever." The FDA also notes that, "pets with Salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, or vomiting. Some pets may experience only a decreased appetite, fever, or abdominal pain. If your pet has consumed any of the affected products and is experiencing any of these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian." Additional information about the recall is included in the Nature's Variety FAQ article, attached at the top of the page (simply click on the PDF icon to read or download it). If you would like to speak to a representative or have further questions, Nature's Variety is opening their Customer Care line to 24/7 coverage and can be reached at 1-800-374-3142. Information is also available via their website at: http://www.naturesvariety.com/news/33 .
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