Bravo issues petfood recall on possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination

Bravo is recalling select lots and product(s) of Bravo Pet Food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled product was distributed nationwide to distributors, retail stores, Internet retailers and directly to consumers.

Bravo is recalling select lots and product(s) of Bravo Pet Food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The recalled product was distributed nationwide to distributors, retail stores, Internet retailers and directly to consumers. The product can be identified by the batch ID code (best used by date) printed on the side of the plastic tube or on a label on the box. The recalled products are as follows:

1) These products are being recalled because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! BEEF BLEND for DOGS and CATS (Made in New Zealand)

All 2 lb., 5 lb., and 10 lb. tubes

Product Numbers: 52-102, 52-105, 52-110

Best Used By Date: 10/10/15 or earlier

Product: BRAVO! Balance Premium Turkey Formula (Manufactured by: Bravo! Manchester, CT)

3 lb. box with (12) 4oz. burgers

Product Number: 31-401

Best Used By Dates: 1/07/16 and 2/11/16

2) These products are being recalled out of an abundance of caution because while they did not test positive for pathogens, they were manufactured in the same manufacturing facility or on the same day as products that did test positive.

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! LAMB BLEND for DOGS AND CATS (Made in New Zealand)

All 2 lb., 5 lb., and 10 lb. tubes

Product Numbers: 42-102, 42-105, 42-110

Best Used By Date: 10/10/15 or earlier

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! LAMB BASIC for DOGS AND CATS (Made in New Zealand)

2 lb. tubes

Product Number: 42-202

Best Used By Date: 10/10/15 or earlier

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! Beef & Beef Heart for DOGS AND CATS (Made in New Zealand)

5 lb. tubes

Product Number: 53-130

Best Used By Date: 10/10/15 or earlier

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! 100% PURE & NATURAL PREMIUM GRASS-FED BUFFALO for dogs and cats (Manufactured by: Bravo! Manchester, CT)

NET WT 2 lb. (32 oz.) .91 kg. (tubes)

Product Number: 72-222

Best Used By Date: 1/07/16

Product: Bravo! Turkey Balance Formula (Manufactured by: Bravo! Manchester, CT)

NET WT 2 lb. (32 oz.) .91 kg., Chub (tube)

Product Number: 31-402

Best Used By Dates: 1/07/16 and 2/11/16

NET WT 5 lb. (80 oz.) 2.3 kg., Chub (tube)

Product Number: 31-405

Best Used By Dates: 1/07/16 and 2/11/16

Product: Raw Food Diet BRAVO! LAMB BLEND for DOGS AND CATS (Manufactured by: Bravo! Manchester, CT)

5 lb. (80 oz.) 2.3 kg., Chub (tube)

Product Number: 42-105

Best Used By Date: 2/11/16

The voluntary recall has been issued because the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported an independent lab detected the bacteria in a sample during a recent review. The company has received a limited number of reports of dogs experiencing nausea and diarrhea that may be associated with these specific products. The company has received no reports of human illness as a result of these products.

Bravo said it discontinued all manufacturing in New Zealand on October 10, 2013, and will immediately start working with distributors and retailers to properly dispose of any affected product left on freezer shelves. The company will also be announcing the recall to pet owners to ensure they dispose of any affected product that has been purchased.

Bravo said it is issuing this action out of an abundance of caution and sincerely regrets any inconvenience to pet owners as a result of this announcement. The recalled product should not be sold or fed to pets. Pet owners who have the affected product at home should dispose of it in a safe manner. They can return to the store where purchased and submit the Product Recall Claim Form available on the Bravo website, www.bravopetfoods.com, for a full refund or store credit. More information on the Bravo recall can also be found on the website, or by calling toll-free 1.866.922.9222.

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