The expanded recall includes Diamond dry dog food Puppy Formula in the following bag sizes, marked with the following production codes and "Best-by" dates, respectively:
40-pound bags, DPP0401B22XJW, 6-Apr-2013
40-pound bags, DPP0401A21XAW, 6-Apr-2013
40-pound bags, DPP0101C31XME, 11-Jan-2013
40-pound bags, DPP0401B21XDJ, 7-Apr-2013
20-pound bags, DPP0401B22XJW, 6-Apr-2013
20-pound bags, DPP0101C31XME, 11-Jan-2013
20-pound bags, DPP0101C31XRB, 11-Jan-2013
8-pound bags, DPP0401B2XALW, 7-Apr-2013
6-ounce samples, DPP0401
The recalled product was distributed in the following 12 USA states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Virginia. The product may have been further distributed to additional states through other petfood channels, but the company says it is workign with distributors and retailers to remove the recalled product from the supply chain.
The company says no pet illnesses have been reported. Pets suffering from Salmonella may be lethargic, have a decreased appetite, have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain and vomiting. Pet owners who are concerned or have questions may contact Diamond Pet Foods by calling +1.800.442.0402, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or visit www.diamondpetrecall.com.
Many hours, efforts, dollars and brainpower go into pet food companies’ and regulatory bodies’ efforts to ensure that products on the market are safe and healthy for pets.
