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Pet Food Recall – PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Dog Food Expanded

This is the extension of a previous voluntary recall of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition dry dog food products due to the possible presence of a foreign material. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Mars Petcare US Brands: PEDIGREE® Brand Adult Complete Nutrition for Dogs. Recalled products: This recall affects two packages sold in the United States only. No other PEDIGREE® products are affected, including any other variety of dry dog food, wet dog food or dog treats. The affected packages are: 55-pound bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition dry dog food sold at Sam’s Club. They have the lot code 432E1KKM03 printed on the back[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – PEDIGREE® Brand Adult Complete Nutrition Dog Food

Recall of PEDIGREE® Brand Adult Complete Nutrition Dog Food by Mars Petcare. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Mars Petcare US Brands: PEDIGREE® Brand Adult Complete Nutrition for Dogs. Recalled products: Only 15-pound bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition dry dog food sold at Dollar General in Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee and Louisiana with the production code shown below are included in this recall. Each product will have a lot code printed on the back of the bag near the UPC code that reads 432C1KKM03 and a Best Before date of 8/5/15. UPC DESCRIPTION 23100 10944 PEDIGREE® Brand Adult Complete Nutrition dry dog food in[…]Read More…

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What You Need To Know About Acid Reflux In Dogs?

It is not just the humans who suffer from acid reflux. Dogs too are prone to acid reflux. Let’s elucidate what acid reflux actually is. Have you ever felt a burning pain around your chest? The burning sensation is experienced at the lower areas of the chest. This is nothing but the stomach acid that flows backward to the food pipe. This is the most common health problem that many of us suffer. The similar thing happens to the dogs. It causes discomfort and pain if not diagnosed immediately. The causes I am not going to be technical and sound[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Science Diet Adult Small & Toy Breed Dry Dog Food

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. recalls Science Diet Adult Small & Toy Breed Dry Dog Food because of the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. Brands: Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed™ Recalled products: This voluntary recall is limited to 62 (15.5 lb.) bags of Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed™ dry dog food with the Stock-Keeping Unit (SKU) code, “Best before” date and production code shown below: Product Name Bag Size SKU “Best Before” Date/ Production Code Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed 15.5 lbs. 9097 08 2015 M094 Why recalled? Potential[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Lamb Crunchy’s Dog Treats

Lamb Crunchy’s Dog Treats recalled by Pet Center, Inc due to salmonella. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Pet Center, Inc Brands: Lamb Crunchy’s Dog Treats. Recalled products: 3 oz bag of Lamb Crunchy’s dog treats (LAM-003) (UPC# 727348200038) with date code 122015; product of USA. Why recalled? Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Note: This product was distributed to CA, WI, CO, and WA. to the following distributors; Gelson’s Market, General Pet, Nor-Sky Pet Supply, and Independent Pet. No illnesses have been reported to date. Salmonella was detected by the State of Colorado, Department of Agriculture in a random sample. Pet Center, Inc of Los[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Select Pet Food for Dogs & Cats By Bravo®

Select Pet Food for Dogs & Cats are recalled By Bravo® due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Bravo® Pet Food. [Click on the image to see a larger version] Brands: All the brands, along with the recalled products are as follows: Recalled products: 1) These products are being recalled because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. PRODUCT: RAW FOOD DIET BRAVO! BEEF BLEND FOR DOGS AND CATS (Made in New Zealand) All 2lb., 5lb., and 10lb. tubes Product Numbers: 52-102, 52-105, 52-110 Best Used By Date: 10/10/15 or earlier PRODUCT:[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Limited Number Of Pro-Pet Dry Dog And Cat Foods (Hubbard Life, Joy, QC Plus)

Limited Number Of Pro-Pet Dry Dog And Cat Foods (Hubbard Life, Joy, QC Plus) are being recalled due to possible contamination with Salmonella bacteria. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Pro-Pet LLC, St. Marys, Ohio [Click on the image to see a larger version] Brands:  Hubbard Life Happy Hound Dog Food Hubbard Life Maintenance Dog Food Hubbard Life Cat Stars Cat Food Joy Combo Cat Food QC Plus Adult Dog Food Recalled products: Why recalled? Possible contamination with Salmonella bacteria. Note: This is a voluntary recall of a limited number of Dry Dog and Cat Foods for possible Salmonella contamination. A single[…]Read More…

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The Scoop On Keeping Dogs As Pets

Dogs are the most popular pet in the world. They are not only highly social and intelligent but also very loyal and devoted. Dogs <Canis familiaris> are exceptional as pets. First domesticated from gray wolves at least 17,000 years ago, their history dates back to about 150,000 years based on DNA evidence and genetic fossil records. After they were first domesticated, hundreds of different dog breeds have emerged with great variations from behaviors, size and shapes to colors and patterns. Dogs are loving, playful, friendly and ideal companion to humans. They protect their turf and the owners. In fact, they[…]Read More…

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What Is Hypoallergenic Diet And Does Your Dog Need This Diet?

A hypoallergenic diet is becoming increasingly popular with vets and dog owners alike. The findings of adverse reaction to commercial dog food, in the recent years, have given rise to the awareness of hypoallergenic diet for dogs. What is hypoallergenic diet? The hypoallergenic diet is specially prepared diet mainly comprised of proteins, carbohydrates and the essential fatty acids. This kind of diet is made with minimum or no additives. Venison (meat obtained from wild mammals that are hunted), rabbit, mutton, lamb, turkey, duck, fish, rice, potatoes, peas, and vegetable oil (like corn oil) are some of the popular ingredients that[…]Read More…