Fromm recalls wet dog food over potential metal contamination
Fromm recalled dog food (FDA)
Fromm Family Foods is recalling cases of wet dog food over potential metal contamination.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the recall was announced Friday.
Fromm dog food recall
By the numbers:
The Wisconsin-based company said it is recalling 3,852 cases of Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet canned dog food and 1,973 cases of Fromm Diner Classics Milo's Meatloaf Pâté Wet canned dog food.
Recalled products were distributed nationwide at neighborhood pet stores and online outlets. The following products have been recalled:
- Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet Dog Food, 12.2 oz. per can, 072705118700, EP2A3306 551006 , Best By 03-20-29
- Fromm Diner Classics Milo's Meatloaf Pâté Wet Dog Food, 12.5 oz. per can, 072705132324, EP2A3306 551029, Best By 03-20-29
What you can do:
Pet owners should stop feeding their dogs the recalled food immediately and return them to their local retailer for a refund. According to the FDA, dogs ingesting metal may show the following symptoms: choking, vomiting, loss of appetite, lethargy, or stomach discomfort.
"Metal of any size, especially sharp pieces, can lead to serious health issues in dogs, including lacerations in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract. Consumers whose dogs have consumed any of the affected product and are exhibiting these symptoms should contact their veterinarian," the FDA says.
Oma’s Pride dog food recall
Dig deeper:
It’s at least the second dog food recall announced this month. Oma’s Pride of Avon, Connecticut, says it is recalling hundreds of 6-pound bags of Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe because they’re contaminated with salmonella.
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The recalled food was distributed in Arizona, California, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia, and to retail and wholesale accounts, as well as directly to consumers through online, direct-to-consumer orders, shipped frozen.
Recalled product (FDA)
Customers who purchased the affected lot should stop feeding the product immediately, safely dispose of the product, and contact Oma's Pride at 1-800-678-OMAS or hello@omaspride.com for a refund.
Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers, and wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that have come into contact with it.
The Source: This article includes information from the Food and Drug Administration and previous FOX Local reporting.