Proctor & Gamble expands voluntary recall of certain pet foods

Proctor & Gamble (P&G) has expanded a recent voluntary recall of certain specialized dry pet foods due to a risk of contamination with Salmonella.  The foods recalled include all dry sizes and varieties of Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas, Eukanuba Naturally Wild, Eukanuba Pure, and Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin with "best by" dates between July 1, 2010 and December 1, 2011.  All UPC codes are included in the recall.

These products are all made at the same facility.  There is a risk of contamination in some of the foods made in this facility, so out of an excess of caution, P&G is recalling all the products made at this facility.

Consumers who have purchased the foods listed should discard them immediately.  Note that 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.  Salmonella can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever.  It can on rare occasions also result in arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms.  Consumers exhibiting any of these symptoms after having contact with one of the recalled products should consult a healthcare provider immediately.

Pets with Salmonella infections may suffer from decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain, as well as diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.  If your pet has consumed any of the recalled products and exhibits these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian immediately.

For further information or a product replacement or refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823, and see P&G's press release.