Recalls: Tons Of Dog Food & Treats, & Bird Food & Treats

ecotritionbagUnited Pet Group, Inc. is recalling 4 products for birds due to potential salmonella contamination.  Affected products were distributed to the US and Canada between Oct 2012 and Feb 2013.

For a refund, call 1-800-645- 5145, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30AM – 5:00PM Eastern Standard Time.

Product/Size UPC Item # Use-By Dates
Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets (80oz bag)  26851  00904  A904 / 056- 0904-01  07/20/15 &  10/20/15
ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Parakeets (8oz bag)  26851  00505  A505 / 11-20700  10/23/15 &  11/14/1
ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Canaries & Finches (8oz bag)  26851  00546  C546 / 11-20712  10/16/15
ēCotrition Grains & Greens, Nutritional Supplement for Cockatiels (6.5oz bag)  26851  00512  B512 / 11-20711  12/05/1


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Hy-Vee, Inc. is recalling 2 types of dog food because of elevated levels of Aflatoxin.  Affected products were distributed to Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin between October 26, 2012 and January 11, 2013.

Return product to stores for a refund.

Product/Size UPC Lot # Best-By Date
Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 4.4-lb. 07545005665 29812KC 11/24/13 & 11/25/13
 Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 8-lb  07545005667  29812KC  11/24/13
 Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Complete Nutrition (Green Bag) – 34-lb.  07545005647  29812KC  11/24/13
 Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Bites, Bones & Squares (Yellow Bag) – 4.4-lb.  07545005560  29312KC  11/19/13
Hy-Vee Complete Dog – Bites, Bones & Squares (Yellow Bag) – 20-lb. 07545005680 29312KC 11/19/13

 

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Honest Kitchen is recalling 3 products due to Salmonella contamination from human grade parsley.  Affected products were sold in the US and Canada through stores, mail order, & online after August 2012.  Honest Kitchen is handling their recall better than most companies—they also announced new safeguards to protect pets.

To supplement its quality control processes while maintaining its commitment to gentle processing that protects natural nutrients, The Honest Kitchen is enacting additional procedures:

  • All dehydrated leafy greens will be steamed, to further protect against the possibility of Salmonellaand other pathogens;
  • All leafy greens will receive a second test for pathogens after arrival at the Company’s manufacturing facility, in addition to the testing conducted internally by suppliers;
  • The Company has discontinued its relationship with the supplier who provided the parsley used in the production of the lots being recalled.

Consumers can receive a replacement or full refund of the MSRP of the affected products plus $1 to cover postage, by mailing the UPC and lot code along with a completed Reimbursement Form to The Honest Kitchen, 145 14th Street, San Diego, Calif. 92101, Attn: Reimbursements. All refunds will be processed within five business days (plus postage time).

Product/Size Item Code Lot # Production Date Expiration Date
Verve (4lb. box & 10lb. box)  V4 + VR  2332A (batches 1-3)  8/20/12  8/20/13
Verve (10lb. box)  VR  3062A (batches 8 & 9)  11/1/12  11/1/13
Thrive (10z. sample)  TM  2622A (batch 3)  9/18/12  9/18/13
Zeal (4lb. box & 10lb. box)  Z4 + ZR  2272A (batches 1–5)  8/14/12  8/14/13
Zeal (10lb. box)  ZR  2652A (batches 1–4)  9/21/12  9/21/13

 

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Nature’s Variety is recalling 1 product due to pieces of clear plastic in the product that can be a choking hazard.  The problem has been found and resolved.

Consumers who have purchased one of the above products can obtain a full refund or exchange by either returning the product in its original packaging or bringing a proof of purchase back to their retailer.  Consumers with additional questions can call the Nature’s Variety Consumer Relations team at 1.888.519.7387 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Or, click here to email them directly.

Product/Size UPC Best-By Date
Instinct Raw Organic Chicken medallions, 3 lb bag 7 69949 60137 1 10/04/13
Instinct Raw Organic Chicken medallions, 27 lb case 7 69949 70137 8 10/04/13
Instinct Raw Organic Chicken patties, 6 lb bag 7 69949 60127 2 10/04/13
Instinct Raw Organic Chicken patties, 36 lb case 7 69949 70127 9 10/04/13

 

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Nutri-Vet, LLC. is recalling 9 products due to Salmonella contamination.  The affected products were distributed in the US through online sales & retail stores from April 2012 through February 2013 with Best By Dates ranging from April 20, 2014, through October 3, 2014.

Stop feeding these to your pets and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Nutri-Vet at 1-877-729-8668 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

Product Size UPC Item #
NutriPet Natural Chicken Fillet Strips (10oz) 76-0081 (No bar code) 76-0081
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Joint Health (5oz) 669125507049 50704
(15oz) 669125507056 50705
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Glossy Coat (5oz) 669125507063 50706
(15oz) 669125507070 50707
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Stress and Anxiety (5oz) 669125507087 50708
(15oz) 669125507094 50709
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Fresh Breath (5oz) 669125507100 50710
(15oz) 669125507117 50711
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for SENIOR Dogs (5oz) 669125507124 50712
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Healthy Digestion (5oz) 669125507148 50714
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats for Healthy Weight (5oz) 669125507162 50716
Nutri-Vet K9 Natural Chicken Breast Treats (5oz) 669125507018 50701
(8oz) 669125507025 50702
(16oz) 669125507032 50703
Nutri-Vet K9 Hip & Joint Chicken Breast Strips (8oz) 669125990445 99044

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Kaytee Products many treats due to Salmonella contamination.  Affected products were distributed in Canada, China, Guam, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Singapore, the UAE, & the US to:

•Arizona •Illinois •New Jersey •Tennessee
•Arkansas •Iowa •New York •Texas
•California •Michigan •North Carolina •Vermont
•Florida •Minnesota •Oklahoma •Virginia
•Georgia •Missouri •Ohio •Washington
•Idaho •Montana •Pennsylvania

For more information, call 1-800-Kaytee 1 (800 529-8331) or visit the Kaytee website.

Product Size UPC Product Code Best-By Date
Kaytee Fiesta Max Canary/Finch 2 lb 7185940410 100032244 9/28/2013 – 5/7/2014
Kaytee Honey Treat – Parakeet 3.5 oz 7185900431 100032881 12/6/2013 – 5/29/2014
3.5 oz 7185900434 100032982 12/6/2013 – 8/2/2014
7 oz (value pack) 7185955027 100032922 12/4/2013 – 8/2/2014
7 oz (value pack) 7185955027 100503808 12/6/2013 – 7/31/2014
Kaytee Fiesta Fruit & Veggie Treat – Parakeet  3.5 oz  7185999885  100502615 1/15/2014 – 7/24/2014
 9.5 oz  7185999855  100502749 12/18/2013 – 7/31/2014
 Kaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Honey Treat – Parakeet  3.5 oz  7185994235  100502937 12/5/2013 – 7/17/2014
 7 oz (value pack) 7185994236  100502940 12/4/2013 – 8/1/2014
 Kaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Munchables Shred-A-Box Honey Seed Treats  4 ct (4 Boxes)  7185994268  100503001  3/7/2014 – 7/30/2014
 Kaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Molting & Conditioning – Small Birds  11 oz  7185994264  100503064  12/25/2013 – 8/5/2014
 Kaytee Fiesta Nutty Papaya Treat – Parakeet & Cockatiel  2.25 oz  7185994368  100504021  12/4/2013 – 6/25/2014
 Kaytee Fiesta Foraging Treat for Pet Birds  1.5 oz  7185994370  100504029  1/27/2014 – 5/29/2014
 Grreat Choice Treat Sticks for Small Birds  3.2 oz  (2 sticks)  73725727166  100504971  12/13/2013 – 2/4/2014
 9.6 oz (6 sticks)  73725727165  100504974  12/10/2013 – 3/19/2014
Kaytee Foraging Box O’Fun Treat for Pet Birds 1.5 oz 7185994615 100506593 1/28/2014 – 7/30/2014
Kaytee Bird Greens Foraging Treat 1 oz 7185994708 100510282 12/1/2013 – 5/28/2014

 

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Kasel Associated Industries is recalling a huge number of products due to Salmonella contamination—everything manufactured at its Denver, Colorado facility from April 20, 2012 to September 19, 2012.  They manufacture Boots & Barkley, BIXBI, Nature’s Deli, Colorado Naturals, Petco, and Best Bully Stick.

Consumers who have purchased any listed products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at (800) 218-4417 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

1 Year Best By Date
UPC Product Lot/Best By Date
647263800215 Nature’s Deli Chicken Jerky 3lbs 04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN
647263800208 Nature’s Deli Chicken Jerky 2.5lbs 04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN

 

2 Year Best By Date
UPC  Product Lot/Best By Date
085239043165 Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Stick 12″ 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403495 Boots&Barkley American Smoked Beef Femur Bone 3″ 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043103 Boots&Barkley American Flossie 6-8″ 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403440 Boots&Barkley American Pig Ear Strips 8oz 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043202 Boots&Barkley American Chicken Stuffed Beef Femur Bone 6″ 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043110 Boots&Barkley American Braided Bully Stick 5″ 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043325 Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 16oz 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043400 Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 8oz 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
490830400086 Boots&Barkley American Variety Pack 32oz 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899196 Boots&Barkley American Beef Ribs 2ct 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899172 Boots&Barkley American  Beef Knuckle 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899158 Boots&Barkley American Pig Ears 12ct 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899189 Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks 6ct 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899165 Boots&Barkley American Pork Femur 20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
681131857246 Roasted Pig Ear Dog Treats 28oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092903 25 PK Natural Pig Ears 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092910 12 PK Natural Pig Ears 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092927 12 PK Smoked Pig Ears 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092934 7 PK Natural Pig Ears 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092941 7 PK Smoked Pig Ears 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291 16oz Chicken Chips 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900151 16oz Salmon Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800178 4oz Chicken Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263510176 4oz Lamb Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900175 4 oz Salmon Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263801175 4oz Beef Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291 16oz Chicken Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263700157 16oz Pork Jerky 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018021 BIXBI Skin & Coat Beef Liver Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018045 BIXBI Skin & Coat Lamb Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018007 BIXBI Skin & Coat Chicken Breast Jerky Treats 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018069 BIXBI Skin & Coat Pork Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018144 BIXBI Hip And Joint Pork Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018120 BIXBI Hip And Joint Lamb Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018083 BIXBI Hip And Joint Chicken Breast Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018106 BIXBI Hip And Joint Beef Liver Jerky 5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk TDBBS, Inc Buffalo Hearts Sliced 3 lbs 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk TDBBS, Inc Knee Caps 25 Ct 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Pork Jerky Strips 16oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Chicken Jerky 16oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Turkey Cubes 4.5oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk TDBBS, Inc Pig Snouts 25ct 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk TDBBS, Inc Beef Lobster Tails 1ct 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Turkey Jerky Sticks 6ct 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Hearts of Lamb 4oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown TDBBS, Inc Lamb Jerky 4oz 04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN

How To Be A Good Vet Client

vetcaduceusxoJane has practical advice on how to How Not To Be A Dick At The Vet Hospital.  Both of Claire Lower’s parents are vets and she’s heard lots of stories about difficult owners.  Her father says, “Not all pet owners are crazy, but all crazy people have pets.”  Your pets will be better off if you’re not one of those crazy people!

Claire’s mom has also written a piece on her own blog on being a good vet client.  I was really struck by this piece of advice:

Be upfront with the doctor.  If you only have $250 to spend let them know.   The worst feeling is running blood tests and X-rays then finding out there is no more money to treat the pet.  I have a saying.. “X-rays are not therapeutic”

Don’t let your embarrassment hurt your pet.  Speak up and tell your vet what’s going on.  Your pets are counting on you!

Are You Prepared For An Emergency?

  

Life has been a bit hectic here lately—car problems, washing machine in pieces, replacing a porch, & food poisoning.  Despite the craziness, our thoughts are with everyone affected by Hurricane Sandy—the East Coast and the Caribbean, in particular.  Every disaster reminds me of how important it is to be prepared.  We live in an earthquake-prone area and we don’t have the advantage of getting any warning before something happens, but I would want to be prepared no matter where we lived.

Here are a number of posts on how you can prepare to take care of your pets in the event of an emergency.  It doesn’t have to be done all at once and it doesn’t have to be expensive, so don’t feel overwhelmed.  There is a wealth of information here and it’s the result of many hours of research consulting AVMA, FEMA, ASPCA, HSUS, CDC, Petfinder, & more.  Please share these posts with anyone who has pets, but please also give credit to Pet Project and link to my blog.

  1. What you need for a comprehensive Animal First Aid Kit, including a printable list.
  2. Guide for Emergency Preparedness for Cats & Dogs, with information on everything from documents you should have to dealing with evacuation gridlock to what should be included in your kit.
  3. Guide to Emergency Preparedness for Birds, includes a prioritized list of tasks , what you need in an Avian First Aid Kit, & much more.
  4. Guide for Emergency Preparedness for Reptiles & Amphibians, includes how to make a Herp First Aid Kit, how to keep your herps the proper temperature, plus a lot more.
  5. 10 Emergency Preparedness Tips you may not have considered.
  6. Animals In Emergencies, a video produced by the U.S. Army & the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DIY: Jack-O-Lantern Designs—Cats, Rabbits, Dogs, Ferrets, Rats, Mice, Fish & Reptiles

I’m a big dork about Halloween.  I really love it!  Here’s a repost of a big collections of patterns you can use to make a jack-o-lantern for almost any pet.

I love carving something different each year on our pumpkins and, though I’m very fond of cats, I thought other pets should be represented too.  Here are a variety of patterns for a bunch of different animals that should make some pretty nifty jack-o-lanterns.  And, yes there are more cats.  Just click on an image for a larger version to print or download.

And don’t miss these cat stencils and these dog breed stencils. Or you can make a stencil from your own photos of your pets.

Have a fun Halloween and keep your furred & feathered friends safe!

Cats

 

Rabbit

 

Dogs

Ferret

 

Rats

Mice

 

Birds

 

Fish

 

Reptile