FDA investigating elevated levels of vitamin D in Hill's recallMarch 22, 2019The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says it is looking into the presence of elevated levels of vitamin D in Hill's Pet Nutrition canned dog food. The news comes after the pet food company issued an expanded recall on Wednesday for 85 total lots of 33 varieties (SKUs) of its canned dog foods after receiving complaints dogs eating the food were experiencing vitamin D toxicity. Currently, the recall is only for canned dog food and does not affect canned cat food, dry food (kibble), or treats. Hill's says the products in both recalls were made with the same vitamin premix. According to the FDA, the recall was expanded after it requested that Hill's test samples of food it had produced that were not part of the original recall. Hill's conducted that testing and issued the expanded recall of 19 additional products of canned dog food. In a letter sent to veterinarians, Hill's Pet Nutrition vice president and general manager, Jesper Nordengaard said, "We understand this recall has caused pet parents considerable anxiety and that the well-being of their pets may have been affected. We are also aware of the disruption and difficulty this has caused you and your …
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Hill's facing class-action lawsuit over excessive vitamin D levelsFebruary 22, 2019A lawsuit has been filed against Hill’s Pet Nutrition for selling dog food containing too much vitamin D.
Hill's recalls canned dog food due to high Vitamin D levelsFebruary 4, 2019Hill's Pet Nutrition is recalling some of its canned dog food over concerns of elevated levels of Vitamin D. The announcement comes after Hill's received a complaint about a dog exhibiting signs of excessive Vitamin D. An investigation by the company confirmed elevated levels of Vitamin D due to a supplier error. The affected canned dog foods were distributed through retail pet stores, as well as veterinary clinics and e-commerce. No dry foods, cat foods, or treats are part of the recall. Vitamin D is essential for dogs; however, it can cause vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss when ingested in high levels. In a statement, Hill's says, "We care deeply about all pets and are committed to providing pet parents with safe and high-quality products. Hill's has identified and isolated the error and, to prevent this from happening again, we have required our supplier to implement additional quality testing prior to their release of ingredients. In addition to our existing safety processes, we are adding our own further testing of incoming ingredients." For a list of the recalled canned dog food, click here. Pet owners with dogs who have consumed …
Salmonella found in dog food products sold in NebraskaJanuary 17, 2019The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is alerting pet owners that A+ Answers Straight Beef Formula for Dogs, lot 2018 20/08 20, has tested positive for the bacteria.
FDA recalls a number of dry dog food products causing vitamin D toxicityDecember 6, 2018The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is adding another recall to its initial two, following an investigation that found elevated levels of vitamin D in a number of goods.
FDA, Health Canada issue pet product alert for King Bio due to microbial contaminationAugust 29, 2018The Food and Drug Administration and Health Canada are warning pet owners not to use products, including those labeled as homeopathic drug products, made by King Bio Inc. in Asheville, N.C., and labeled as Dr. King's, due to high levels of microbial contamination identified at the manufacturing site. King Bio has expanded a voluntary recall to include all water-based drug products marketed for animals. The FDA and Health Canada recommend consumers stop using and dispose of these products immediately. King Bio manufactures pet products for urinary incontinence and digestion relief. The full list of products is listed on the King Bio website. Pets who use these products could have an increased risk of serious infection that could require veterinary attention due to high levels of microbial contamination, according to the FDA. Pet owners who have purchased these products should contact their veterinarian if they have concerns or observe signs of an infection after use of these products. According to King Bio, after a recent FDA inspection, several microbial contaminants were found in its products, including Burkholderia multivorans, which is a strain of bacteria called Burkholderia cepacia complex that can cause illness …
Radagast Pet Food issues expanded voluntary recallAugust 22, 2018Radagast Pet Food Inc. of Portland, Ore., is expanding a voluntary recall to include an additional quantity of Rad Cat Raw Diet across all varieties due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The expanded recall includes products starting with and including Lot No. 62763, through and including Lot No. 63101. These lots have Best By dates of 10/19/18 through 12/3/19; the products were shipped to distributors in the U.S. and Canada between 5/10/17 and 8/9/18. The following Rad Cat Raw Diet products (1 oz. sample, 8 oz., 16 oz., and 24 oz. sizes) are included in the recall: Rad Cat Raw Diet Grass-Fed Beef Recipe Rad Cat Raw Diet Free-Range Chicken Recipe Rad Cat Raw Diet Pasture-Raised Lamb Recipe Rad Cat Raw Diet Natural Pork Recipe Rad Cat Raw Diet Free-Range Turkey Recipe Rad Cat Raw Diet Pasture-Raised Venison Recipe The Lot No. and Best By date can be found on the bottom of each container. The company has identified a source of potential contamination in its facility and has taken proactive measures to eradicate it. This expanded recall will capture any additional lots that may have been affected, according to the company. No pet or human illnesses caused by …
IKEA recalls LURVIG water dispenser due to pet suffocation riskJuly 13, 2018IKEA has issued a global recall on the LURVIG water dispenser for pets, effective immediately. The company cites the risk of dogs and cats getting their heads stuck in the dome of the dispenser as the reason behind the recall, reporting two incidents of suffocation worldwide. IKEA sold 16,700 units in the U.S. and 7,767 in Canada from October 2017 to July 2018. "At IKEA, the safety and security of our products is our top priority, which is why we have decided to recall the LURVIG water dispenser," said Petra Axdorff, business area manager at IKEA of Sweden AB. "We are deeply saddened by these events and know that pets are important and loved family members for many of our customers." IKEA is urging its customers to immediately stop using the dispenser and return it to any location for a full refund. Proof of purchase is not required. Any questions are to be directed to IKEA's customer service line at 888-966-4532 (U.S.) or 1-800-661-9807 (Canada). Article number: 303.775.72
Radagast Pet Food recalls raw diet cat foodJuly 12, 2018Radagast Pet Food of Portland, Ore., is recalling three lots of Rad Cat Raw Diet Free-Range Chicken Recipe that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to an FDA report. In addition, the company is recalling one lot of Rad Cat Raw Diet Pasture-Raised Venison Recipe due to possible contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O121. No pet or human illnesses have been reported. The following three lots of Rad Cat Raw Diet Free-Range Chicken Recipe, shipped to distributors nationwide in May and June 2018, are being recalled: Lot Code 63057, Best By Date: 10/9/2019 Lot Code 63069, Best By Date: 10/23/2019* Lot Code 63076, Best By Date: 10/31/2019* (8-oz. UPC 8 51536 00103 6, 16-oz. UPC 8 51536 00104 3, 24-oz. UPC 8 51536 00105 0) *These two lots were shipped to one distributor in Vancouver, BC, Canada, in addition to U.S. distributors in May and June, 2018. The following single lot of Rad Cat Raw Diet Pasture-Raised Venison Recipe, shipped to distributors nationwide only in May and June, is being recalled: Lot Code 63063, Best By Date: 10/15/2019 (8-oz. UPC 8 51536 00121 0, 16-oz. UPC 8 51536 00122 7, 24-oz. UPC 8 51536 00123 4 and …
Dave's Pet Food product recalledJune 14, 2018 Dave's Pet Food of Agawam, Mass., is recalling a single lot of Dave's Dog Food 95 percent premium beef cans because the products potentially contain elevated levels of beef thyroid hormone, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The product was distributed along the East Coast and sold in pet stores and ecommerce sites. The recalled product consists of a single batch (548 cases) of 13 oz., 95 percent premium beef dog food with a UPC # of 85038-11167 and a date code of 08/2020. The recall was initiated after the FDA informed Dave's that one lot of product was analyzed and found to have elevated levels of thyroid hormone. FDA analyzed the product after receiving a complaint that four dogs consuming it were found to have low Free T4 (fT4) and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). Consumers who have questions or would like to receive a refund or coupon for replacement product can call 888-763-2738 Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST. No other Dave's Dog Food products, or any other product manufactured by Dave's Pet Food, are impacted.
