(GoRealNewsNow.com) – In an alarming development that affects seven states, a trusted name in pet food for over 40 years is massively recalling nearly five tons of its Puppy Mix due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Blue Ridge Beef has announced a recall of 9,600 pounds of its product, targeting specific lots of 2-pound packages.
The affected products were distributed in August and sold across several states, including Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
The recall was initiated after a customer reported that their litter of puppies became ill after consuming the contaminated product.
Subsequent testing by the Food Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed the presence of Salmonella, highlighting yet another instance of potential government overreach and ineffective industry regulation.
The recall specifically affects two-pound logs of raw pet food with UPC 854298001696 and lot numbers 08/06/N25 and 08/16/N25.
Pet owners are advised not to feed, sell, or donate the recalled Puppy Mix. Instead, they should return it to the place of purchase or destroy it, following proper safety protocols.
This incident raises questions about the effectiveness of current pet food safety regulations and the need for stricter oversight.
While the FDA claims to protect consumers and their pets, this recall demonstrates the potential gaps in their monitoring and enforcement capabilities.
Moreover, Salmonella poses a significant risk to both animals and humans. Symptoms in pets can include lethargy, diarrhea, fever, vomiting, and lack of appetite.
Humans handling contaminated products may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, and fever.
The FDA recommends washing and sanitizing pet food bowls, cups, storage containers, and hands after handling the recalled product.
Blue Ridge Beef, which has been producing raw pet food for over four decades and distributes its products in 33 states and the District of Columbia, emphasizes its commitment to “quality, service, and safety.”
Nevertheless, this incident casts doubt on the effectiveness of their quality control measures and the overall safety of raw pet food products.
In the meantime, pet owners were advised to remain vigilant, carefully inspect their pet food purchases, and stay informed about potential recalls.
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