Alert
July 29, 2010

Pet Food Recall

Iams Pet Food Voluntary Recall due to a Possible Health Risk

 

Voluntary Recall due to a Possible Health Risk

The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG), is voluntarily recalling two specific lots of its therapeutic renal dry cat food in North America as a precautionary measure, as it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No illnesses have been reported. However, P&G Pet Care wanted to make sure veterinarians were aware of the situation as soon as possible. The health and welfare of pets and their owners is our top priority. P&G Pet Care is working swiftly to minimize any potential health risk to pets and working closely with the FDA to resolve the issue. This product is available through veterinary clinics and is limited to those bags with the lot codes listed below. Lot codes can be found on the lower right corner of the back of the bag.

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

Concerned pet owners may be directed to call P&G toll-free at 877-894-4458.


Update: July 30, 2010 - Expansion of Voluntary Recall

The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) issued a voluntary recall on July 25, 2010 of two specific lots of its therapeutic renal dry cat food in North America due to a possible salmonella health risk. As a further precaution, P&G is voluntarily expanding its recall to include additional veterinary formulas and some specialized Eukanuba dry pet food.

P&G Pet Care wanted to make sure veterinarians were aware of the situation as soon as possible to help you address any client concerns. The health and welfare of pets and their owners is our top priority.

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. No salmonella-related illnesses have been confirmed. As a precautionary measure, P&G is suspending operations at this facility and recalling all dry pet food products manufactured at this plant, which include:


Product Name
Version
"Best-By" Dates
UPC Codes
Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas All dry sizes and varieties 01 Jul 10 - 01 Dec 11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Naturally Wild All dry sizes and varieties 01 Jul 10 - 01 Dec 11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Pure All dry sizes and varieties 01 Jul 10 - 01 Dec 11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin All Dry Sizes 01 Jul 10 - 01 Dec 11 All UPC Codes


No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements including ProstoraMax are affected by this announcement.