Recalls

Latest Recall: August 27, 2019
JERKY TREAT WARNING

As of May 2016
  • Dead: Over 1,140 dogs, at least 1 cat
  • Sickened: over 6,200 dogs, 26 cats, 3 people
  • Confirmed Cases of Treat-Caused Fanconi Syndrome: At least 162 dogs
  • The insect repellant DEET and the antiviral drug Amantadine were found by a veterinary pathologist conducting an independent investigation.  The antiviral drug was also detected in samples tested by the FDA.  http://news.vin.com/vinnews.aspx?articleId=32153

2013
Residue of illegal antibiotics found in several brands of treats, only a couple of companies initiate formal voluntary recalls, rest "withdraw" products.

Look the package over carefully, "Made In China" is typically in tiny print in a hard to see spot on the package.  It may be covered by a price tag too.
Just because a product is still on the shelf does NOT mean it is safe!
Pig Ears (Multiple Brands)   
Date Issued: Latest: August 27, 2019; Updated: August 16, 2019 & July 30, 2019; Original: July 30, 2019
Reason: Salmonella, illnesses reported
Recalled Items:     
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dog-goods-usa-llc-conduct-voluntary-recall-chef-toby-pig-ears-treats-because-possible-salmonella
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/expanded-lennox-intl-inc-voluntary-recalling-natural-pig-ears-july-26-2019
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pet-supplies-plus-issues-consumer-advisory-bulk-pig-ear-product-fda-investigating-contaminated-pig
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/brutus-barnaby-llc-recalls-all-size-bags-pig-ears-natural-treats-dogs-because-possible-salmonella
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Brutus & Barnaby
  • Pig Ears 100% Natural Treats for Dogs - All package sizes

Chef Toby
  • Lot Codes
    • 428590, 278989, 087148, 224208, 1168723, 428590, 222999,
      074599, 1124053, 226884, 578867, 224897, 1234750, 444525,
      1106709, 215812, 230273, 224970, 585246, 327901, 052248,
      210393, 217664, 331199, 225399, 867680, 050273, 881224,
      424223, 225979, 431724, 226340, 880207, 334498

Lennox
  • 8-pack branded pouch; UPC 742174 995163 & 742174994166 
  • Individual shrink wrapped packages; UPC 038538484108 & 742174935107

PSP (Pet Supplies Plus)
  • Bulk pig ears in bins
Altaire Pharmaceuticals Eye Medications (Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc.)   
Date Issued: August 22, 2019
​Reason: Quality assurance concerns
Recalled Items: Selected lots of the following: see recall notice for specific lots
  • Vetropolycin Ophthalmic Ointment 
  • Vetropolycin HC Ophthalmic Ointment
  • Puralube Vet Ophthalmic Ointment
​ ​
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/altaire-pharmaceuticals-inc-issues-voluntary-recall-veterinary-ophthalmic-products
Pig Ears (Multiple Brands)   
Date Issued: Latest: August 16, 2019; Updated: July 30, 2019; Original: July 30, 2019
Reason: Salmonella, illnesses reported
Recalled Items:     
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dog-goods-usa-llc-conduct-voluntary-recall-chef-toby-pig-ears-treats-because-possible-salmonella
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/expanded-lennox-intl-inc-voluntary-recalling-natural-pig-ears-july-26-2019
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/pet-supplies-plus-issues-consumer-advisory-bulk-pig-ear-product-fda-investigating-contaminated-pig

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Chef Toby
  • Lot Codes
    • 428590, 278989, 087148, 224208, 1168723, 428590, 222999,
      074599, 1124053, 226884, 578867, 224897, 1234750, 444525,
      1106709, 215812, 230273, 224970, 585246, 327901, 052248,
      210393, 217664, 331199, 225399, 867680, 050273, 881224,
      424223, 225979, 431724, 226340, 880207, 334498

Lennox
  • 8-pack branded pouch; UPC 742174 995163 & 742174994166 
  • Individual shrink wrapped packages; UPC 038538484108 & 742174935107

PSP (Pet Supplies Plus)
  • Bulk pig ears in bins
Texas Tripe (Texas Tripe, Inc.)   
Date Issued: August 14, 2019
​Reason: Possible contamination with Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes (some lots tested positive)
Recalled Items: Selected lots: see recall notice for specific lots
​ ​
www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/news-events/fda-cautions-pet-owners-not-feed-texas-tripe-inc-raw-pet-food-due-salmonella-listeria-monocytogenes
Southern States (Cargill, Inc.)   
Date Issued: May 26, 2019 (initial recall: May 6, 2019)
​Reason: Aflatoxins - expanded recall to include products manufactured between October 31, 2018 and March 1, 2019 
Signs of aflatoxicosis can include reduced feed intake, reduced weight gain, liver damage, jaundice, hemorrhage, bloody diarrhea, and death.
Recalled Items: Selected lots of Southern States® feed: see recall notice for specific lots
  • Cattle
  • Lamb
  • Goat
  • Deer
  • Llama
  • Poultry
  • Sheep
  • Swine
  • All Stock
​
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/cargill-expands-previously-announced-voluntary-recall-select-southern-statesr-feed-due
RXQ Compounding LLC (RXQ Compounding, LLC)   
Date Issued: June 18, 2019 
​Reason: Product sterility issues
Recalled Items: All human and animal products

rxqcompounding.com/Recall-List.pdf
Norbrook Laboratories (Norbrook Laboratories Ltd.)   
Date Issued: May 24, 2019 
​Reason: Product sterility issues - recalled at the veterinary and consumer levels
Use of these drugs could lead infectious organisms being introduced into the body.  Animals may need antibiotics, antifungal medications, or other veterinary supportive care.
I.V. use of these drugs could result in sepsis and death.
Recalled Items: 34 lots of veterinary injectable drug products for both various livestock and companion animals- see recall notice for specific lots
  • ​Enroflox 100 (antimicrobial)
  • Noromectin Plus (anti-parasitic)
  • 300 PRO LA and Noromycin 300 LA (antibiotic)
  • Oxytetracycline 200, Terra-Vet 200 and Duramycin 72-200 (antibiotic)
  • Flunixin (analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic)
  • Carprieve, CarproJect, Levafen, and OstiFen (NSAID)
  • Loxicom, EloxiJect and OstiLox (NSAID)
  • Enroflox for Dogs 2.27% and EnroSite for Dogs 2.27% (antibiotic)

​www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/norbrook-laboratories-limited-recalls-veterinary-products-provide-sterility-assurance
Thogersen Family Farm (Thogersen Family Farm)   
Date Issued: April 4, 2019 
​Reason: Listeria monocytogenes (confirmed via Washington State Department of Agriculture)
Recalled Items: Size: 2 lb. frozen packs - the manufacturer did not include any other identifying information on the packages such as lot codes, batch codes, or product expiration dates; some recalled packages were sold at 2 unidentified retailers
  • ​Course ground rabbit (I know it should be "Coarse" but that is how the manufacturer submitted the information)
  • Course ground mallard duck (I know it should be "Coarse" but that is how the manufacturer submitted the information)
  • Ground llama
  • Ground pork

www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm635396.htm
Muse (Nestle Purina Petcare Company)   
Date Issued: March 29, 2019 
​Reason: Choking hazard - rubber pieces in finished product
Recalled Items:  Muse Wet Cat Food Natural Chicken Recipe in Gravy
Size: 3 oz. cans; UPC: 38100 17199; Best By: APR2020; Production Code Starting With: 80941162

www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm634850.htm
Hill's Prescription Diet & Science Diet (Hill's Pet Nutrition)   
Date Issued: March 20, 2019 (expanded recall); January 31, 2019 (original recall)
​Reason: Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Recalled Items: Canned Food - Canine/Dog
Hill's Prescription Diet
  • c/d® 
  • g/d®
  • i/d®
  • j/d®
  • k/d®
  • r/d
  • w/d®
  • z/d®
  • Derm Defense®
  • Metabolic + Mobility

Hill's Science Diet 
  • Adult
  • Adult 7+  
  • Adult 7+ Small & Toy Breed
  • Adult Light
  • Adult Perfect Weight
  • Puppy

To see exactly which formulas are affected, visit www.hillspet.com/productlist
Pilocarpine 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution (Stokes Healthcare Inc.)   
Date Issued: March 13, 2019 
​Reason: High level of the preservative benzalkonium chloride: can cause irreversible dry eye syndrome
Recalled Items: Pilocarpine 0.1% Ophthalmic Solution; Lot #:R180052; Expiration: February 17, 2019

www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm633445.htm
Enroflox®, Noromectin®, Ivermax® (Norbrook Laboratories Ltd.)   
Date Issued: March 7, 2019 
​Reason: Sterility concerns
Recalled Items: 
NDC                   Product                                                                 Lot #          Expiry Date
55529-152-02     Enroflox 100 (100 mg/mL; 100 mL vial)                   826390A     Jun 2021
55529-152-05     Enroflox 100 (100 mg/mL; 500 mL vial)                   830192A     Jul 2020
55529-012-04     Noromectin Injection (10 mg/mL; 250 mL vial)        831591A     Aug 2021
55529-012-06     Noromectin Injection (10 mg/mL; 1000 mL vial)      834491A     Aug 2021
46066-917-04     Ivermax 1% Injection (10 mg/mL; 250 mL vial)        831591B      Aug 2021
46066-917-06     Ivermax 1% Injection (10 mg/mL; 1000 mL vial)      831590A      Aug 2021

www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm632955.htm
Hill's Prescription Diet & Science Diet (Hill's Pet Nutrition)   
Date Issued: January 31, 2019 
​Reason: Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Recalled Items: Canned Food - Canine/Dog
Hill's Prescription Diet
  • c/d® 
  • g/d®
  • i/d®
  • j/d®
  • k/d®
  • w/d®
  • z/d®
  • Derm Defense®
  • Metabolic + Mobility

Hill's Science Diet 
  • Adult
  • Adult 7+  
  • Adult 7+ Small & Toy Breed
  • Adult Light
  • Puppy

To see exactly which formulas are affected, visit www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm630232.htm
Elevated Vitamin D (Multiple Brands)   
Date Issued: Latest: January 16, 2019; original Dec. 6, 2018
Reason: Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Recalled Items:     
www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/NewsEvents/ucm627485.htm
www.avma.org/News/Issues/recalls-alerts/Pages/pet-food-safety-recalls-alerts-fullyear.aspx

​Old Glory Hearty Turkey and Cheese Flavor Dog Food
  • UPC 0-70155-14297-9 – 12.75 lb. bag
    • TC3 29 October 2018
    • TA1 30 October 2018
    • TA2 30 October 2018
    • TC1 30 October 2018
    • TC2 30 October 2018
    • TC3 30 October 2018

Evolve Chicken & Rice Puppy Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 0-73657-00862-0 – 14 lb. bag
  • UPC 0-73657-00863-7 – 28 lb. bag

Sportsman’s Pride Large Breed Puppy Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 0-70155-10566-0 – 40 lb. bag
  • UPC 0-70155-10564-0 – 40 lb. bag

Triumph Chicken & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 0-73657-00873-6 – 3.5 lb. bag
  • UPC 0-73657-00874-3 – 16 lb. bag
  • UPC 0-73657-00875-0 – 30 lb. bag

Ahold Delhaize (firm has not yet issued recall press)

Nature’s Promise Chicken & Brown Rice Dog Food
  • UPC 068826718472 – 14 lb. bag
    • All lot codes
  • UPC 068826718471 – 28 lb. bag
    • All lot codes
  • UPC 068826718473 – 4 lb. bag
    • All lot codes

Nature’s Place Real Country Chicken and Brown Rice Dog Food
  • UPC 72543998959 – 5 lb. bag
    • All lot codes
  • UPC 72543998960 – 15 lb. bag
    • All lot codes

Abound Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food (Kroger)
  • UPC 11110-83556 – 4 lb. bag
    • All lot codes

Abound Chicken and Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food (King Soopers)
  • UPC 11110-83556 – 4 lb. bag
    • All lot codes
  • UPC 11110-83573 – 14 lb. bag
    • All lot codes
  • UPC 11110-89076 – 24 lb. bag
    • All lot codes

ELM Chicken and Chickpea Recipe
  • UPC 0-70155-22507-8 – 3 lb. bag
    • D2 26 FEB 2019
    • TE1 30 APR 2019
    • TD1 5 SEP 2019
    • TD2 5 SEP 2019
  • UPC 0-70155-22513-9 – 28 lb. bag
    • TB3 6 APR 2019
    • TA1 2 JULY 2019
    • TI1 2 JULY 2019

ELM K9 Naturals Chicken Recipe
  • UPC 0-70155-22522-9 – 40 lb. bag
    • TB3 14 Sep 2019
    • TA2 22 Sep 2019
    • TB2 11 Oct 2019

ANF Lamb and Rice Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 9097231622 – 3 kg bag
    • Best by Nov 23 2019
  • UPC 9097203300 – 7.5 kg bag
    • Best by Nov 20 2019

Orlando Grain-Free Chicken & Chickpea Superfood Recipe Dog Food
  • Lidl product number 215662
    • TI1 3 Mar 2019
    • TB2 21 Mar 2019
    • TB3 21 Mar 2019
    • TA2 19 Apr 2019
    • TB1 15 May 2019
    • TB2 15 May 2019

Natural Life Chicken & Potato Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 0-12344-08175-1 – 17.5 lb. bag
    • Best by dates range: December 4, 2019 through August 10, 2020

Nutrisca Chicken and Chickpea Dry Dog Food
  • UPC 8-84244-12495-7 – 4 lb. bag
  • UPC 8-84244-12795-8 – 15 lb. bag
  • UPC 8-84244-12895-5 – 28 lb. bag
  • Best by date range: February 25, 2020 through September 13, 2020
Answers Pet Food (Lystn, LLC)   
Date Issued: Answers/Lystn has stated they will not issue a recall --- the FDA has issued a Caution against feeding this product
​Reason: Salmonella (1 sample - confirmed via Nebraska Department of Agriculture and Lystn)
Recalled Items: A+ Answers Straight Beef Formula 4 lb. Pounder for Dogs
  • Size: 4 lb. cardboard milk carton; Lot #: 2018; Best Use By Date: 02/08 20
  • Distribution Area: United States

FDA Caution:    www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/NewsEvents/CVMUpdates/ucm629447.htm

Answers/Lystn Response:     answersbeyondthebowl.com/
2018 Recalls
9 Lives: Low thiamine levels
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm628058.htm

ANF: Elevated Vitamin D
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm627087.htm

​Blue Ridge Beef: Salmonella & Listeria monocytogenes 
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm602723.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm599261.htm
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​Castor & Pollux, Merrick: Elevated Levels of Beef Thyroid Hormone 
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm608655.htm

​Columbia River Natural: Salmonella & Listeria monocytogenes
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm629119.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm627721.htm
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​​Darwin's Natural: Salmonella & E. coli O128
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm602735.htm

​Dave's Dog Food: Elevated Levels of Beef Thyroid Hormone
​https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm610595.htm
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​Elm: Elevated Vitamin D
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm627139.htm

Evolve, Sportsman’s Pride, and Triumph: Elevated Vitamin D 
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm626746.htm

G & C Raw: Listeria monocytogenes
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm615902.htm

​Gravy Train: Pentobarbital (euthanasia drug) contamination 
www.gravytraindog.com/information

​Just Food For Dogs: Listeria monocytogenes
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm593097.htm
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​K9 Natural: Listeria monocytogenes
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm604645.htm

Natural Life: Elevated Vitamin D
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm625624.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm625016.htm

Northwest Naturals: Listeria monocytogenes
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm598158.htm

Nutrisca: Elevated Vitamin D
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm625015.htm

​OC Raw Dog: FDA Size Restriction Exceeded - possible botulism risk
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm605370.htm

Orlando: Elevated Vitamin D
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm625631.htm

Performance Dog: Salmonella ​
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm620371.htm

PetAlive: Microbial contamination
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm622488.htm

​Rad Cat: Listeria monocytogenes
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm617868.htm
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm612737.htm
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm601955.htm

​Redbarn, Chewy Louie, Dentley's, ​Good Lovin': Salmonella 
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm600124.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm596190.htm

​Raw for Paws: Salmonella 
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm596043.htm

​Smokehouse Pet Products: Salmonella 
​​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm597046.htm
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm596038.htm

​Steve’s Real Food: Salmonella & Listeria monocytogenes 
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm599288.htm​​
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm619888.htm

TruPet: Salmonella
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm604979.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm598161.htm

​Tucker's Pork-Bison: Salmonella 
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm599724.htm

Vital Essentials: Salmonella 
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm604895.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm598255.htm
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ZooLogics: Salmonella 
​https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm596594.htm
2017 Recalls
Primal Pet Foods: Grind size out of specifications
https://primalpetfoods.com/blogs/news/select-freeze-dried-formula-produced-out-of-specifiation

Darwin's Natural Pet Products: Salmonella - potential contamination
No official recall link due to nature of food sales

​United Pet Group: Quaternary Ammonium Compound contamination (illnesses reported) affecting Companion, Dentley's, Enzadent, Dentahex, Essential Everyday, Exer-Hides, Good Lovin', Petco, Hill Country Fare, Priority Pet
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm563544.htm
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm562701.htm

​Vitakraft Sun Seed: Listeria Monocytogenes - potential contamination (due to dried apples) 
​www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm563537.htm

​Loving Pets: Salmonella - potential contamination
www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm563210.htm

​Smallbatch Pet: Salmonella - potential contamination 
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm557128.htm

​Party Animal: Pentobarbital (euthanasia drug) contamination 
http://partyanimalpetfood.com/#section-1059

​Pig Ear Treats: Salmonella - potential contamination affecting Barnsdale Farms, HoundsTooth, Mac's Choice
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm547572.htm

​Wellness: Elevated Thyroid Hormone Levels
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm547333.htm
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Blue Buffalo: Elevated Thyroid Hormone Levels
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm547335.htm

​Evanger's / Against The Grain: Pentobarbital (euthanasia drug) contamination - death and illnesses 
Evanger's and Against The Grain Documents and Additional Information
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm544972.htm
https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/newsevents/cvmupdates/ucm542265.htm
​https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm541692.htm
​https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/newsevents/cvmupdates/ucm542265.htm​https://www.fda.gov/downloads/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/OfficeofGlobalRegulatoryOperationsandPolicy/ORA/ORAElectronicReadingRoom/UCM542050.pdf​https://www.fda.gov/downloads/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/OfficeofGlobalRegulatoryOperationsandPolicy/ORA/ORAElectronicReadingRoom/UCM542046.pdf
​https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/newsevents/cvmupdates/ucm542265.htm
www.fda.gov/safety/recalls/ucm539900.htm
https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/newsevents/cvmupdates/ucm542265.htm

​Metal Contamination affecting Grreat Choice, Wellness, Blue Buffalo, Triumph, Companion Dog Food
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=196265&p=factset81
https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recall/companion-dog-food-recall-2017/

​Blue Ridge Beef: Listeria monocytogenes
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm537165.htm

​Rogue All-Purpose Rabbit Pellets: High Vitamin D Levels
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm537115.htm

​J.M. Smucker Co.: Low levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1) affecting 9Lives, EverPet, SpecialKitty
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm536477.htm