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RECALL ALERT: Botulism Concern With IcelandicPlus Fish Treats

Out of an abundance of caution, Pennsylvania-based company IcelandicPlus has issued a recall of their Capelin dog and cat treats. Per FDA guidelines, fish over 5 inches long has the potential to cause botulism poisoning. The FDA has determined that salt-cured, dried, or fermented un-eviscerated fish larger than 5 inches are linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning in humans between 1981 and 1987 and again in 1991. IcelandicPlus released a statement of concern for their customers, human and animal: “IcelandicPlus … Read more

Breaking News: Popular Dog Treat Brand Announces Recall

Yesterday, the J.M. Smucker Company announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of their Milo’s kitchen dog treats due to the possibility of elevated levels of beef thyroid hormone. High levels of beef thyroid hormone can cause symptoms such as increased thirst and urination, weight loss, increased heart rate and restlessness. While these symptoms will usually disappear when they stop consuming contaminated products, long-term use may lead to vomiting, diarrhea, and rapid or labored breathing. It is recommended that you take your … Read more

Yet Another Brand Added To The Growing List Of Dog Food Recalled For Possible Salmonella Contamination

Dog Food Advisor has been busy the past two months reporting Salmonella concerns, and the list of recalled products just got longer. Raw Basics from Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin announced Tuesday a voluntary recall of the product labeled “Tucker’s Pork-Bison Formula” due to potential Salmonella contamination. The company joins the ranks of recently recalled Steve’s Real Food, Northwest Naturals, Raws for Paws, and Smokehouse Pet Products. No illnesses have been reported, but the Nebraska Department of Agriculture notified Raw Basics of … Read more

RECALL ALERT: Two Companies Recall Products Due To Salmonella Concerns

Raws for Paws and Smokehouse Pet Products have issued recalls on specific items in their product lines due to potential contamination with Salmonella. Inspectors discovered the problem in Smokehouse’s four-ounce packages of “Beefy Munchies” and Raws for Paws’ one-pound and five-pound packages of Ground Turkey Food for Pets while conducting routine product sampling and testing. The companies are encouraging pet owners to discontinue the products immediately. Raws for Paws is recalling its Ground Turkey Pet Food in 5-pound and 1-pound tubes. The potentially affected … Read more