According to a notice released Wednesday, Nestle Purina PetCare announced a recall of some types of dog food after the company discovered possibly increased levels of vitamin D, which could be fatal to dogs.
According to a notice placed by the U.S. Nestle’s Purina is recalling the prescription dog food after receiving “two contacts about two separate confirmed cases of a dog exhibiting signs of vitamin D toxicity after consuming the diet, to date.” according to the FDA’s website. Both of these dogs recovered after being taken off the food, it said.
According to the FDA, the vitamin is typically helpful for dogs, but too much of it causes Vitamin D toxicity, which can include vomiting, lack of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, and excessive drooling, as well as kidney failure.
The recalled dry dog food was only available by prescription through veterinary clinics, Purina Vet Direct, Purina for Professionals, and other select retailers that could validate a prescription.
UPC Codes To Look For
According to the company, bags containing the following UPC and manufacturing numbers should be thrown right away:
- Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental 8-lb. and 20-lb. bags
- UPC Codes: 38100 19190 (8-lb. bag), 38100 19192 (20-lb. bag)
- Production codes (first 8 characters matching any of the following): 2249 1082; 2250 1082; 2276 1082; 2277 1082; 2290 1082; 2360 1082; 2361 and 1082
Pet owners who acquired the above-mentioned product are encouraged to stop feeding it immediately and dispose of it in a receptacle where no other animals, including wildlife, may access it.
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What To Do With Recalled Purina Products?
Weight loss, excessive drooling, vomiting, loss of appetite, or increased thirst or urine are all possible side effects of the impacted meal. If their dog exhibits any of these symptoms after consuming this product, owners should consult a veterinarian.
According to the FDA, no other Purina pet care products are affected. Veterinary and other retail partners are advised to “remove and destroy the affected product from their inventory,” according to the report.
Purina recommends contacting the firm at 1-800-345-5678 or by email for more information about obtaining a refund.
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