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KHTS News nd Near Freeway Junction
nds Recall From Hooves To Ears
Friday, November 06 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a nationwide health alert
to warn consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats
manufactured by Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with
Salmonella. The products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail
packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is
based in Sanger, Calif.
 
The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate
cross-contamination within batches or lots. Although no illnesses associated
with these products have been reported, the FDA is advising consumers in
possession of these products to not handle or feed them to their pets.

The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie
Delight and Pet Carousel. The affected beef hooves were packaged under the
brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley's, Doggie Delight, and Pet Carousel. All
sizes and all lots of these products made by Pet Carousel are included in
this alert.

During September 2009, the FDA conducted routine testing of pig ears made by
Pet Carousel. The test results detected a positive reading for Salmonella.
This prompted an FDA inspection of Pet Carousel's manufacturing facilities.
During the inspection, the agency collected additional pet treat samples.
Further analysis found Salmonella present in beef hooves, pig ears and in
the manufacturing environment.

Salmonella can affect both humans and animals. People handling dry pet food
and/or pet treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they
have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the treats
or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these
products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience some or all of the
following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal
cramping and fever. Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious
ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis (inflammation of the
lining of the heart), arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary
tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with
this product should contact their health care provider immediately.

Pets with Salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or
bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a
decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise
healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet
has consumed any of the affected products or is experiencing any of these
symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.

The FDA will continue to investigate this matter to determine the source of
the Salmonella contamination and offer updates as appropriate.

Consumers can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food and pet treat
products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in their area. You
can locate the nearest consumer complaint coordinator at:

http://www.fda.gov/Safety/ReportaProblem/ConsumerComplaintCoordinator...
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