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Indiana-based Albright's Raw Pet Food is recalling its Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced (1 lb pouches; exp. 2027-04-28; lot C001730) because of possible salmonella; the product was distributed nationwide and owners should discard any contaminated batches; the FDA warns that infected pets can show symptoms and may pose a risk to people, though no illnesses have been reported.
While it may be tempting to share Thanksgiving leftovers with your dog, it's important to be cautious as certain foods can be harmful to their health. Safe options include plain boiled or baked potatoes, fresh apples (without the core), plain turkey meat, green beans, peas, and pure pumpkin puree. However, foods like turkey bones, skin, gravy, chocolate, cookies, pies, sweets, mashed potatoes, creamed peas, foods with spices, raisins, ham, and rich gravies should be avoided as they can be toxic or cause digestive issues. It's crucial to properly dispose of dangerous foods and consult a veterinarian if your dog consumes something concerning.
The American Kennel Society has provided a list of safe and unsafe Thanksgiving foods for dogs. Safe options include plain sweet potatoes, potatoes, apples (without seeds and core), plain turkey meat (without seasoning, skin, and bones), green beans, peas, and plain pumpkin or pumpkin puree. Foods to avoid giving to dogs include turkey bones, skin, and gravy, stuffing, casseroles, mashed potatoes, creamed peas, chocolate, cookies, pies, sweets, raisins, grapes, onions, garlic, ham, yeast dough, fatty foods, and foods containing spices. If you want your dog to enjoy some Thanksgiving food, keep plain ingredients aside for a special pup plate.
Three brands of dog food have been recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. Mid America Pet Food, TFP Nutrition, and Blue Ridge Beef have all issued recalls after random sampling found salmonella in their products. Salmonella can sicken both pets and humans who come in contact with it. Dog owners are advised to check the labels of their pet food and dispose of any affected products. Symptoms of salmonella infection in pets include lethargy, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Customers can contact the respective companies for more information and refunds. Salmonella bacteria causes millions of infections in Americans each year, leading to hospitalizations and deaths.
Mid America Pet Food has issued a recall for one lot of its Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Hi-Pro Plus, after a sample tested positive for salmonella. The recall affects 644 cases of 5-pound bags of dog food distributed to various retailers in the U.S. The company is urging retailers and distributors to remove the recalled products from their inventory and shelves. Pets infected with salmonella can experience symptoms such as lethargy, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting, and can also transmit the bacteria to other animals or humans. People who handle contaminated products are at risk of infection and should watch out for symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. No illnesses have been reported so far.