Update on Pet Food Recall
April 1st, 2007 posted by SkGoldIt has been confirmed that rat poison was found in the pet food that caused the many dog and cat illnesses and deaths in North America. 42 brands of cat food and 53 brands of dog food have been recalled by Menu Foods.
Now also the Nestle Purina PetCare Co. is recalling varieties of its Alpo Prime Cuts in Gravy wet dog food with specific date codes. However, Purina issued that products available in Canada are safe, as none of the recalled products have been sold in Canada.
Different media outlets are reporting conflicting information about the recalled product…
The official information and official list of recalled products is available on the Menu Foods website. According to Menu Foods:
“The recall is limited to “cuts and gravy” style pet food in cans and foil pouches produced on specific dates and times between December 3, 2006, and March 6, 2007 in two of Menu’s plants.”
“Not all date codes are subject to recall so please fully check the information on your can or pouch. The information on the website is organized by cat or dog then by brand and description. None of the traditional “loaf” style products are subject to this recall.”
Menu Foods takes full responsibilities for all vet bills cased by recalled products:
“If Menu Foods product is the cause of sickness or death, Menu Foods will take responsibility. Menu has engaged a professional firm to manage your concerns and is currently contacting concerned pet owners who have reached our call center. Specific direction will be received from these individuals. Please keep copies of all your vet records and receipts for pet food purchases as well as vet bills.”
Take a close look at your pets’ behaviour. If you suspect that your pet has been fed by one of the recalled products and has the following symptoms make sure to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. Symptoms may include disorientation, loss of appetite, vomiting and weakness.
