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P&G Recalls Two Lots of Prescription Renal Diet Cat Food

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:26:17 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — CINCINNATI, July 25, 2010 – The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG), is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its prescription renal dry cat food as a precautionary measure, as it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

The following products are included:

Product Name	Lot Code	UPC Code
Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs	01384174B4	0 19014 21405 1
Iams Veterinary Formulas Feline Renal 5.5 lbs	01384174B2	0 19014 21405 1

This product is available by prescription through veterinary clinics throughout the U.S.

No illnesses have been reported. A FDA analysis identified a positive result on the lot codes listed above. Lot codes can be found in the lower right corner on the back of the bag.

Consumers who have purchased dry cat food with these codes should discard it. People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Feline’s Pride Expands Nationwide Recall

admin — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 17:15:58 +0000

Feline’s Pride is expanding its July 1, 2010 voluntary recall of Feline’s Pride Raw food with ground bone for cats and kittens, Natural Chicken Formula, Net Wt. 2.5 lbs. (1.13 kg., 40 oz.) produced on 6/10/10 to include the product produced on 6/21/10, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. People handling raw pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the raw pet food or any surfaces exposed to the product.

United Pet Group Recalls tablet and powdered form supplements

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:33:30 +0000

United Pet Group Voluntarily Expands Recall of Nutritional Supplements For Dogs to Include Additional Tablet and Powdered-Form Products for Dogs and Cats Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk. Go to the advisories page for the full press release.

Cat Food recall

admin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 23:45:35 +0000

Feline’s Pride Issues Nationwide Recall of its Natural Chicken Formula Cat Food Due to Salmonella Contamination
Thu, 01 Jul 2010 11:16:00 -0500

Feline’s Pride is announcing a voluntary recall of Feline’s Pride Raw food with ground bone for cats and kittens, Natural Chicken Formula, Net Wt. 2.5 lbs. (1.13 kg., 40 oz.) produced on 6/10/10, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. People handling raw pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the raw pet food or any surfaces exposed to the product.

Cat Food Recall (Iams)

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 03:09:50 +0000

The Procter & Gamble Company is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Iams canned cat food in North America as a precautionary measure. Diagnostic testing indicated that the product may contain insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is essential for cats. Cats that were fed these canned products as their only food are at greater risk for developing signs of thiamine deficiency.

For more information, including early signs, visit our Advisories page.

Picking any kind of a pet requires preplanning.

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:41:26 +0000

Choosing any kind of a new pet is an important step in life. It doesn’t matter whether it is a cat, a dog, a reptile or even a fish, it may seem like a small decision, however the kind of family pet you decide on makes a difference. In the event you do not do your homework or research, you might end up with more responsibility or unforeseen undesirable qualities than you bargained for. There are many things you have to know and also understand regarding the potential family pet to help you pick the best one. Will the potential pet fit in with the family? Also consider the amount of care and attention that pet will need. One more thing is your budget.

More info: http://thepamperedpetsplace.com/Selecting-a-pet.htm