Mars UK recalls Chappie, Pedigree dog foods for vitamin D

Mars Petcare UK is recalling several of its dog food products because they may contain high levels of vitamin D which exceed the maximum permitted intake, according to the UK Food Standards Agency.

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Adapted from a press release:

Mars Petcare UK is recalling several of its dog food products because they may contain high levels of vitamin D which exceed the maximum permitted intake, according to the UK Food Standards Agency.

Product details

CHAPPIE Complete Chicken & Wholegrain Dry Dog Food

Pack size

3kg

Batch code

045F9MIN05

Best before

11 May 2022

PEDIGREE Mixer Adult Dry Dog Original

Pack size

3kg

Batch code

046E9MIN05 046F9MIN05 048A9MIN05

Best before

12 February 2022 20 February 2022 22 February 2022

 

PEDIGREE Mixer Adult Dry Dog Food Original

Pack size

10kg

Batch code

046E9MIN08 047C9MIN08

Best before

12 February 2022 17 February 2022

PEDIGREE Adult Complete Dry Dog Food with Chicken & Vegetables

Pack size

12kg

Batch code

046C9MIN08 046D9MIN08 046E9MIN08

Best before

10 February 2022 11 February 2022 12 February 2022

 

PEDIGREE Adult Complete Dry Dog Food with Chicken & Vegetables

Pack size

2.6kg

Batch code

045F9MIN05 047A9MIN05

Best before

06 February 2022 15 February 2022

Risk statement

High levels of vitamin D fed to a pet over a short period (weeks/months) should not cause undue concern. Over a longer period of feeding, ingestion of elevated levels can lead to potential dog health issues depending on the level of vitamin D and the length of exposure, and dogs may exhibit symptoms such as lethargy, stiffness, vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination (polyuria), excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D, when consumed at very high levels, can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction.

Action taken by the company

Mars Petcare UK is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought any of the products. Please see the attached notices. The company will also be contacting customers who have bought the affected products wherever possible.

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