Pet Food Recalls: Page 16

Milo’s Kitchen recalls dog treats for thyroid hormones

Dogs consuming high levels of beef thyroid hormone may exhibit symptoms such as increased thirst and urination, weight loss, increased heart rate and restlessness.

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Mars Australia recalls dog food after megaesophagus

The recall comes after numerous dogs were affected by megaesophagus, a condition that is generally not associated with food.

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Darwin’s Natural recalls dog food for E. coli, Salmonella

These pathogens can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections.

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Blue Ridge Beef recalls raw pet food

This recall was initiated after samples collected and tested by the FDA showed positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.

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Do pet foods really contain euthanized dogs and cats?

A proposed new law to prevent the use of euthanized dogs and cats in pet food may target a non-existent practice.

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Second lawsuit filed over drug in recalled dog foods

A class action lawsuit against J.M. Smucker and its subsidiary Big Heart Pet Brands was filed in a New York district court related to the discovery of pentobarbital in Kibbles ‘n Bits dog food.

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Radagast Pet Food recalls raw cat food for Listeria

Radagast was notified by the FDA and the Ohio Department of Agriculture after several tubs of multiple varieties of Rad Cat Raw Diet were purchased and tested.

courtesy US FDA

Pet Food Market

FDA’s fixation on raw pet food ratchets up again

FDA’s policy for pet food, zero tolerance of Salmonella, seems especially focused on raw diets, with increased testing leading to more pet food recalls.

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Redbarn expands recall of dog treats for Salmonella

In total, 24 SKUs are affected from Redbarn, Chewy Louie, Dentley’s and Good Lovin’ brand products.

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Smucker pet food withdrawal upgraded to recall by FDA

Any amount of pentobarbital renders the pet foods adulterated.

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Market Trends and Reports

3 tips for pet food brands facing a social media crisis

Social media also allows the rapid spread of news and rumors which can escalate into a crisis or exacerbate an existing one.

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Steve’s Real Food recalls raw dog food for Salmonella

No pet or consumer illnesses from this product have been reported to date.

courtesy US FDA

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