Major "wet" pet food recall of dog & cat foods ~ NOW Includes Treets & Biscuits

[crow_noir]

Banfield Helps the FDA and Victims of Pet food Recall

http://www.prnewswire.com/news/index...4551873&EDATE=

PORTLAND, Ore., March 22 /PRNewswire/ -- To help treat Pets who have
been affected by the Menu Foods recall, Banfield, The Pet Hospital is
providing a 25 percent discount off the recommended medical treatment plans
received at participating Banfield hospitals across the nation. Specialists
and other experts have developed these specific treatment plans to screen
for and treat kidney problems seen in patients who have eaten the tainted
foods.
In addition, the Banfield Charitable Trust has created an emergency
fund and donated the first $50,000 in funding to financially assist clients
with Pet medical costs incurred at Banfield that are associated with the
Menu Foods product contamination. Banfield Charitable Trust funds from this
grant can be applied for at Banfield hospitals.
Banfield is assisting the FDA in their investigation of the Menu Foods
recall. All Banfield's Pet medical records are linked through a central
computer system, giving Banfield the capability of rapidly collecting a
large amount of Pet data. We hope that our cooperation with the FDA will
shed light on the problem and help the many Pets affected by these diets.
Banfield hospitals across the nation are treating Pets who have been
affected by the recalled Pet food. Young feline patients (especially cats
under the age of one) appear to have the greatest risk of developing renal
failure linked to the recalled diets. All Pet owners of Pets who have eaten
the wet food products that are on the Menu Foods recall list are encouraged
to take their Pet in to their veterinarian for a full exam. To locate the
Banfield nearest to you, call 1-800-768-8858.
It is important that Pet owners review the complete list on the Menu
Foods website to view the most updated list of the specific diets that have
been recalled. Pet owners with concerns or questions regarding the
effective foods should contact Menu Foods at 1-866-463-6738 or online at
http://www.menufoods.com/recall.
Founded in Portland, Oregon, in 1955, Banfield has become the largest
Pet general veterinary practice in the world, with more than 600 quality
veterinary hospitals in many neighborhoods across the U.S., in the U.K. and
in Mexico. More than 1000 veterinarians at Banfield are committed to giving
Pets the same level of care that their human family members receive.
Banfield hospitals offer a full-range of comprehensive, medical services,
computerized medical records, Pet preventive care plans, extended operating
hours, and is the only veterinary practice in the world with an extensive
quality assurance program. Banfield, The Pet Hospital helps extend the
lives of millions of Pets each year.
For Banfield media inquires, please contact the media hotline:
#888-355-0595
Contact: Jennifer Baque, Public Relations, (503) 922-5698,
[email protected]


SOURCE Banfield, The Pet Hospital

http://www.banfield.net/

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[smokey the elder]

There's a Banfield in our Petsmart.

[todd]

This is so sad

[crow_noir]

With out further ado, the long awaited...

Pet Foods NOT on recall list
http://petsitusa.com/blog/?p=210

[momoffuzzyfaces]

Fox news ran a report this afternoon saying that it could take up to 6 weeks for animals to start to show effects of eating the bad food. Vets are getting lots of calls on animals who are just now showing signs.

They suggest everyone keep a close eye on your pets and get them to a vet if they show any signs even now.

[Roxyluvsme13]

Is Pedigree on the safe list, cuz I don't see it?

[finn's mom]

I didn't see Pinnacle on the list...although I only feed the dry kibble, it would still be nice to see it there. Hmm...

[Crazy-Cat-Lover]

I didn't see Pinnacle on the list...although I only feed the dry kibble, it would still be nice to see it there. Hmm...

Pinnacle is on the safe list, although their canned food is manufactured by Menu Foods.

Breeder’s Choice (verified by company 3/27/07)

• Brands include Active Care, Advanced Pet Diets Select Choice, AvoDerm Select Cuts, Health Food for Dogs, Pinnacle
• Canned from manufactured by Menu Foods, and American Nutrition
• The only products manufactured for them by Menu Foods are AvoDerm 3oz. can and Pinnacle canned dog & cat food
• The only product they use wheat gluten in is Active Care cat treats (healthy joint treats)

[lizbud]

Is Pedigree on the safe list, cuz I don't see it?

Yes it is safe. Both wet and dry Pedigree is made by Master Foods and is not
part of the recalled stuff.


Pinnacle is one brand I've never hear of, but don't think it has been recalled.

[Roxyluvsme13]

Okay, just checking. It's all Lily will eat, so I was going to be worried if it wasn't okay. It's also what Roxy eats, so good to know it's safe.

[crow_noir]

Wow, i was just reading the PetConnection Blog. The Mel.... the plastic stuff may have been added to the wheat gluten on purpose! To meet protein levels.

Records show that the substance has been being added since Nov. 8 2006! http://www.nationalledger.com/artman...72612567.shtml

FDA now says they have over 12,000 claims to look at!!!

[Freedom]

Here's a link to the FDA web site, listing the dog treats recalled on April 5 and mentioned above in post #127:

http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls...ills04_07.html

Scroll down to the chart with the brand nmaes, date codes and such.

[Roxyluvsme13]

Pfft. If they purposely added the stuff now they're really going to get sued.

[Freedom]

Over 39,000 pets effected nationwide - either sickened or killed.

Numbers come from Banfield, The Pet Hospital. (They run vet hospitals with PetSmart as well as other places.)

During the 3 months that the tainted foods were sold, prior to the recall, they had a 30% increase in cats with kidney failure. There was no notable increase for dogs.

The figures are being forwarded to the FDA.

Here is the link for the full story:

http://rhodeisland.cox.net/cci/newsn...alidatearticle

[anna_66]

I didn't see this treat mentioned any where.

Here's an email I received in the mail from PetEdge...

Dear Valued Customer:
One of our suppliers, Eight In One, Inc. has issued a voluntary
recall of all Dingo CHICK'N JERKY treats due to company concerns
that the jerky treats have the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella. Salmonella can cause serious infections in dogs and cats,
and, if there is cross contamination, in people, especially children,
the aged, and people with compromised immune systems. The Food and
Drug Administration is aware of this recall.

The products subject to the recall are Dingo CHICK'N JERKY 3.5 oz.
(ZX34125) and 8 oz. for dogs (ZX34108.) We have removed these products
from our warehouses. We recommend that you pull these items from
stock and dispose of the product. Whether you purchased these products
through PetEdge, or from another source, we felt it was important to
share this information with our valued customers for the health and
safety of your customers.

To receive a refund for your remaining stock, send a letter to:

Eight In One, Inc.
1377 Motor Parkway, Ste 100
Islandia, NY 11749
Attn: Chick'N Jerky Refund

The letter should include your name and/or business name, address,
phone number, your receipt (if you still have it) and the UPC code
on the packaging. Do not return the product to the manufacturer.
Do not return the product to PetEdge. A refund check for your
remaining stock will be send to you by Eight In One, Inc.

We recommend that you post this information in your retail locations
so that consumers who purchased any of the above-identified CHICK'N
JERKY TREATS know to discontinue use of the products and discard the
unused portion. Consumers can obtain a refund by sending a letter to
Eight in One with the information stated above. FAQs and additional
information are available on the manufacturer's website,
www.eightinonepet.com or call 1-888-232-9889.

At PetEdge, our primary concern is for the health and well-being of
your customers' pets, and we will keep you informed with updated
information regarding this recall as it becomes available.

Sincerely,

PetEdge Customer Service