An announcement on October 27, 2023 confirmed that another dog food company had to recall its products due to salmonella contamination. Salmonella is one of the most common causes of dog food recalls, and removing contaminated products is critical because they can affect both pets and people in your family.
What products have been recalled?
Blue Ridge Beef, a reputable raw pet food manufacturer, has recalled them 2-pound packages of Breeders Choice Raw pet Food. The recalled products contain the following information: Lot # 8/2/24 UPC 8 54298 00193 1. This food comes in a clear tube-like package.
The food was voluntarily recalled due to confirmed salmonella contamination. Fortunately, there are no reports of illnesses related to the recall. This recall does not affect any other products or batch codes.
This batch of food was distributed in stores from August 9, 2023 to August 25, 2023. The company sold the packs to retail stores in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Danger of salmonella infection
Both humans and dogs can be affected by salmonella, so if your dog eats contaminated food, it can also infect members of your family. Contact with the affected product may also make you sick.
dogs infected with Salmonella may experience vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, fever, and loss of appetite. However, healthy dogs can still carry the bacteria and pass it on to others. If your dog shows any unusual symptoms after eating the contaminated product, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Symptoms of salmonella in humans are similar to those in dogs: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. In extreme cases, this can lead to arthritis, muscle pain, endocarditis, arterial infections, eye irritation, or urinary tract infections. Anyone experiencing these symptoms is advised to see a doctor.
What to do with recalled products
If you have a recalled product, make sure you dispose of it safely so that no one, pets or wildlife have access to it. Then clean all surfaces that have touched food, such as bowls, counters, and storage containers. After that, wash your hands thoroughly. Never sell or give away these products, as this only puts other people and animals at risk.
You can email Blue Ridge Beef at blueridgebeefnc@yahoo.com for a full refund. You can also call the company at 704-880-4500 Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM EST.
If someone in your home has come into contact with the food, watch for any unusual symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary. It’s always better to be safe than sorry, especially with pets because they can’t tell you what’s wrong.
