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Purina recalls dog food due to elevated levels of vitamin D

Nestl Purina PetCare has expanded its recall of a prescription dog food

Nestl Purina is recalling more of its dry dog food after one supplier may have put higher amounts of vitamin D in the kibbles than recommended.

The recall, first announced last month, relates to Purina's Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental dog food in the eight-pound and 20-pound bags. Anyone who purchased the food, which is prescribed by veterinarians, should throw it away and contact Purina for a refund, the company said. The food should be completely destroyed to avert it being consumed by wildlife, Purina noted.

Roughly 69 million U.S. households owned a dog in 2022,accordingto the North American Pet Health Insurance Association, making them the nation's most popular pet.

Vitamin D is an important nutrient in a dog's diet, but too much of it can cause excessive drooling, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst and urination, and kidney dysfunction.

Two pet owners who bought the recalled food reported their dogs had overly vitamin D levels, Purina said. The dogs recovered after they stopped eating the food. No other Purina pet food labels have been impacted, the company said.

Purina sold the prescription dog food nationwide through veterinary clinics and online. The UPC codes are 38100 19190 and 38100 19192. Anyone with questions can contact 1-800-345-5678 or visit Purina's website.

In 2018, a number of dog owners reported that the animals fell ill or died after eating food made by Hill's Pet Nutrition. The company eventually recalled the product. That same year, the Food and Drug Administration posted recalls for dog food with elevated, or potentially elevated, levels of vitamin D from eight other brands.

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Updated Jan 6, 2024: What Dog Dood Is On Recall Right Now?The latest dog food to be recalled is from Blue Ridge Beef. The company is expanding the recall of its 2lb Kitten Grind, 2lb Kitten Mix and 2lb of Puppy Mix products to an additional 16 states after salmonella and listeria were found in the products.Salmonella and Listeria can impact animals consuming the products, and there is a potential danger to humans when they handle contaminated pet products. This risk increases, particularly if individuals fail to wash their hands properly after coming into contact with these products or any surfaces that have been in contact with them.The products in question were sold between November 14, 2023, and December 20, 2023. They were packaged in clear plastic and available mainly in retail stores across CT, FL, IA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, VA, and WI. If youve purchased any of the listed products within the specified dates, please stop using them immediately. Safely discard any remaining product and its packaging. For a full refund, contact Blue Ridge Beef at [emailprotected]. If you have further questions, you can reach Steven Lea at Blue Ridge Beef by calling (704) 880-4500 from Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm EST.For more information on this and other recalls, please refer to the table below.

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Recalls are actions taken to remove its product (s) from the marketbecause it is dangerous when consumed due to toxic ingredients, contamination, or other safety reasons. Recalls may be conducted on the pet brands initiative, FDA request, or FDA order under statutory authority.

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If your dogs food has been recalled, stop feeding it immediately. You may obtain a refund by returning the food to the store where it was purchased. Alternatively, please dispose of the food in a way that prevents other animals from accessing it.

Consult your veterinarian if your dog has already eaten the recalled food to determine what actions you should take. Its best to consult your veterinarian immediately, even if your dog shows no illness. Your vet can decide what action should be taken based on why the food was recalled.

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You should file a complaint with the FDA if your dog becomes ill or dies after eating a recalled food product. Contact your states FDA consumer complaint coordinator for more information or file a report online.

Try finding a similar food to replace the recalled food, or ask your veterinarian for recommendations if you cannot feed your dog his usual diet. Dogs may experience dietary distress when their diet changes abruptly, so be thoughtful about your approach.

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Nestle Purina Expands Recall Of Prescription Dry Dog Food

Nestle Purina PetCare Co., affiliated to Swiss food and beverage giant Nestle SA, has expanded its recall of select Purina Pro Plan prescription dry dog food, citing potentially elevated Vitamin D, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

The recall of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental or PPVD EL prescription dry dog food in 8 lb and 20 lb bags now includes two additional product lots, which precede the production dates of the previously recalled lots.

The agency noted that a supplier error resulted in potentially elevated levels of vitamin D in these two additional product lots, which precede the production dates of the previously recalled lots.

No other Purina pet care products are affected with the recall.

The recall was expanded after an investigation prompted by Purina uncovered new information about a production error from a U.S. Supplier. The issue affected this specific formula and resulted in potentially elevated levels of vitamin D.

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for dogs; however, ingestion of elevated levels can lead to health issues depending on the level of vitamin D and the length of exposure. Vitamin D toxicity may include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, and excessive drooling to renal (kidney) dysfunction.

The affected dry dog food was distributed throughout the United States by prescription only through veterinary clinics, Purina Vet Direct, Purina for Professionals, and other select retailers with the ability to validate a prescription.

Pet owners who purchased bags of the recalled product are asked to immediately stop feeding and throw it away in a container where no other animals, including wildlife, can get to it.

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