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fasteddie · 08-02-2010, 08:25 AM

Thanks to RachelandSadie for alerting us!

Proctor and Gamble voluntarily recalled Iams canned cat and kitten food in June; the recall was expanded on Thursday to include cat and dog food potentially contaminated with salmonella.

Both animals and humans can suffer serious and long term illnesses if exposed to the salmonella bacteria.

The original recall of Iams canned cat food was related to nutritional deficiencies in the product. Feeding your cat a diet of this food could lead to symptoms including weight loss, vomiting and seizures.

Thursday’s recall is due to a much more serious issue, cat and dog food that was possibly contaminated with salmonella.

The list of recalled food is much larger, the health implications are far more serious and problems can also impact adults or children that are involved in the pet feeding process.

The product lines included in the recall are Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas, Eukanuba Naturally Wild, Eukanuba Pure, and Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin.

Within those lines are prescription veterinary formulas for cats and dogs with weight problems, kidney and intestinal issues and joint pain.

The impact of salmonella on pets and people can include vomiting, abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. But the list of illnesses for humans exposed to salmonella is much longer and more serious.

These include but are not limited to the inflammation of heart chambers and valves, arterial infections and eye and urinary problems.

Ironically, exposure to the formula for pets with joint pain could ultimately result in arthritis for humans exposed to salmonella.

These pet foods are sold by veterinarians and pet supply stores all over Sacramento. The specific foods types, sell-dates and recommendations for action can be found by clicking here.

Urgent - Iams and Eukanuba pet food recall; salmonella risk for humans and pets

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CINCINNATI, July 30, 2010 - The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.

The following products are included:

Product Name
Version "Best-By" Dates
UPC Code

Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas
All dry sizes and varieties
01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Naturally Wild All dry sizes and varieties
01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Pure All dry sizes and varieties
01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin All dry sizes
01Jul10 - 01Dec11
All UPC Codes

The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers throughout the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at Pet Food, Nutrition, And Health Tips For Cats And Dogs

These products are made in a single, specialized facility. In cooperation with FDA, P&G determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination. As a precautionary measure, P&G is recalling all products made at this facility.

Consumers who have purchased the specific dry pet foods listed should discard them. 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.

Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823

(Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).

P&G Expands Voluntary Limited Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods

08-02-2010, 08:25 AM	#1
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	[News] Iams Pet Food Recall Thanks to RachelandSadie for alerting us! Proctor and Gamble voluntarily recalled Iams canned cat and kitten food in June; the recall was expanded on Thursday to include cat and dog food potentially contaminated with salmonella. Both animals and humans can suffer serious and long term illnesses if exposed to the salmonella bacteria. The original recall of Iams canned cat food was related to nutritional deficiencies in the product. Feeding your cat a diet of this food could lead to symptoms including weight loss, vomiting and seizures. Thursday’s recall is due to a much more serious issue, cat and dog food that was possibly contaminated with salmonella. The list of recalled food is much larger, the health implications are far more serious and problems can also impact adults or children that are involved in the pet feeding process. The product lines included in the recall are Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas, Eukanuba Naturally Wild, Eukanuba Pure, and Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin. Within those lines are prescription veterinary formulas for cats and dogs with weight problems, kidney and intestinal issues and joint pain. The impact of salmonella on pets and people can include vomiting, abdominal pain and bloody diarrhea. But the list of illnesses for humans exposed to salmonella is much longer and more serious. These include but are not limited to the inflammation of heart chambers and valves, arterial infections and eye and urinary problems. Ironically, exposure to the formula for pets with joint pain could ultimately result in arthritis for humans exposed to salmonella. These pet foods are sold by veterinarians and pet supply stores all over Sacramento. The specific foods types, sell-dates and recommendations for action can be found by clicking here. Urgent - Iams and Eukanuba pet food recall; salmonella risk for humans and pets --- CINCINNATI, July 30, 2010 - The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported. The following products are included: Product Name Version "Best-By" Dates UPC Code Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11 All UPC Codes Eukanuba Naturally Wild All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11 All UPC Codes Eukanuba Pure All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 - 01Dec11 All UPC Codes Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin All dry sizes 01Jul10 - 01Dec11 All UPC Codes The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers throughout the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at Pet Food, Nutrition, And Health Tips For Cats And Dogs These products are made in a single, specialized facility. In cooperation with FDA, P&G determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination. As a precautionary measure, P&G is recalling all products made at this facility. Consumers who have purchased the specific dry pet foods listed should discard them. 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. Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST). P&G Expands Voluntary Limited Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods __________________ YODA & WINKY R ::: RIP Winky ::: RIP Yoda!