In March Natura issued a voluntary recall
of certain lots of its dog, cat, and ferret foods. The company, known
for its line of "natural" and "holistic" pet foods, has expanded that
recall after tests by the Departments of Agriculture in both Michigan
and Georgia detected Salmonella in additional lots of dry cat food. The
expanded recall now includes all dry pet food products with expiration dates on or before March 24, 2014.
A unit of Procter & Gamble Co., Nutura offers several popular
brands, including California Natural, EVO, Healthwise, Innova, and
Karma. Consumers should immediately cease use of affected products and
monitor their pets for symptoms, including diarrhea, fever, vomiting,
decreased appetite, and abdominal pain. Salmonella can also infect
people handling contaminated pet food.
According to the Natura press release:
"Your pet's health and safety are our #1 priority. We are taking all actions necessary to ensure that our products meet both your expectations and ours. Our Fremont plant has been focused on quality enhancements and is now shipping new product to stores that will be on shelves soon."
The recall marks the latest in a growing number of Salmonella-related recalls this year.
A full list of the affected treats, including lot numbers, is available on the FDA web site. Additionally, Natura is offering replacements through the company web site. (Source: The Animal Rescue Site)
