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Pet food recalls: February 2015
J.J. Fuds, Inc. Expands Recall of Pet Food Because of Possible Health
Risk
Contact:
Consumer:
888-435-5873
Media:
Karl Gottschlich
(888) 432-587
Consumer:
888-435-5873
Media:
Karl Gottschlich
(888) 432-587
FDA PRESS RELEASE – February 4, 2015 –
Valparaiso, IN – J.J. Fuds in Valparaiso, IN is expanding their recall to
include all lots and products of J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks, Beef Tender
Chunks and Duckling Tender Chunks Pet Food because it has the potential to be
contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and or Salmonella,
organisms which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young
children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high
fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria
infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. Salmonella
can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from
handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly
washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces
exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for
some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody
diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more
serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis,
muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting
these signs after having contact with this product should contact their
healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or
bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only 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 the
recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.”
Animals’ ill with Listeria or Salmonella will display
symptoms similar to the ones listed above for humans. People who have concerns
about whether their pet has Listeria or Salmonella should contact
their veterinarian.
The recalled products were distributed regionally in Minnesota,
Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois to wholesale and retail customers.
The product can be identified by the batch ID code (manufactured date) and UPC
code printed on the back of the individual plastic bag or on the master case
label. These products are a frozen raw poultry or beef product (see Safe
Handling Instructions on package) and have a shelf life of one year if kept
frozen.
The recalled products are as follows:
J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends; Chicken Tender Chunks,
5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345935 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345805 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends: Beef Tender Chunks,
5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345942 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345757 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345942 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345757 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends: Duckling Tender Chunks,
5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345928 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345737 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345928 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345737 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
The recall was a result of a routine sampling program by the Michigan
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development resulting in a positive test
for Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella. The company has not
received any reports to date of dogs experiencing nausea and diarrhea that may
be associated with these specific products. The company has received no reports
to date of human illness as a result of these products.
J.J. Fuds, Inc. will immediately start working with distributors and
retailers to properly dispose of any affected product left on freezer shelves.
The company will also be working with distributors and retailers to recall this
product from pet owners to ensure the proper disposal of any affected product
that has been purchased.
Not all products tested positive but J.J.Fuds is issuing this action out
of an abundance of caution and sincerely regrets any inconvenience to pet
owners as a result of this announcement.
The recalled products should not be sold or fed to pets. Pet owners who
have the affected product at home should return to retailer for a refund and
proper disposal. Consumers should be very careful in handling the recalled
product to prevent the spread of contamination. Use a sealed bag or container
when returning to the store for a refund.
For further information or questions regarding this recall, please
contact us at jjfuds.com or by phone at 888-435-5873 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM CST.
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