Another recall related to dog food was recently issued, adding to the growing list of dog food brands affected by elevated levels of vitamin D, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The specific brand affected by this latest recall is Elm Pet Foods and it’s “chicken and chickpea recipe dog foods.” Late last month, certain products from ANF Pet and Sunshine Mills were recalled under the “Evolve, Sportsman’s Pride and Triumph brands” due to elevated vitamin D levels as well.
Another recall related to dog food was recently issued, adding to the growing list of dog food brands affected by elevated levels of vitamin D, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The specific brand affected by this latest recall is Elm Pet Foods and it’s “chicken and chickpea recipe dog foods.” Late last month, certain products from ANF Pet and Sunshine Mills were recalled under the “Evolve, Sportsman’s Pride and Triumph brands” due to elevated vitamin D levels as well.
According to the notice, the following Elm Pet Foods products are affected by the recall:
- 3-pound bags of Elm Chicken and Chickpea Recipe (UPC 0-70155-22507-8)
- 28-pound bags of Elm Chicken and Chickpea Recipe (UPC 0-70155-22513-9)
- 40-pound bags of Elm Chicken and Chickpea Recipe (UPC 0-70155-22522-9)
For those who don’t know, when dogs consumer products high in vitamin D, it may cause a host of unpleasant symptoms, including the following:
- Vomiting
- Loss of Appetite
- Increased Thirst
- Increased Urination
- Weight Loss
- Excessive Drooling
It is not yet clear if the recalls are all connected, but the FDA did say:
“Consumers who have purchased any of the products affected by this recall should dispose of it or return it to the retailer for a full refund.”
For now, pet owners are being advised to either throw away or return the products for a refund.
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Third recall issued for dog food because of elevated vitamin D concerns
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