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Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Recall warning: Don't feed this popular mix to your pets due to salmonella, listeria fears
Pet owners across several states are on high alert following a recall of a popular kitten and puppy mix due to potential contamination with salmonella and listeria. Blue Ridge Beef is recalling over 2,300 pounds of its 2-pound logs of Kitten Mix and Puppy Mix products that were distributed to retail locations throughout the eastern United States and Wisconsin, according to a statement from the Food and Drug Administration. The products, identified by their clear plastic packaging, were shipped between January 3 and January 24. These states include Massachusetts, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, Tennessee, Rhode Island and Wisconsin. Salmonella and Listeria in pet food can impact the health of both animals eating the product and humans who handle it. The FDA emphasizes that individuals who have come in contact with the recalled food, especially if they have not rigorously washed their hands afterward, are at risk of infection. Pets infected with Salmonella or Listeria may exhibit signs such as lethargy, diarrhea (potentially containing blood), fever, and vomiting. Some animals might also show a decrease in appetite, fever and abdominal pain. The FDA cautions that infected pets who are otherwise healthy can become carriers of these bacteria, potentially spreading the infection to other animals and humans. Owners are advised to contact a veterinarian if their pet has consumed the Blue Ridge food mix. The FDA also outlined potential health risks for humans exposed to the contaminated pet food. Healthy individuals should monitor themselves for common symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (which can be bloody), abdominal cramping and fever. The agency noted that in rare instances, Salmonella and Listeria can lead to more serious conditions, including arterial infections, endocarditis (inflammation of the heart lining), arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Individuals experiencing any of these more serious signs are advised to contact their healthcare provider, the FDA wrote. Customers who have purchased the specific 2-pound logs of Kitten Mix or Puppy Mix with the identified distribution dates are advised by the agency to return the pet food mix where it was purchased or destroy the food so that children, pets and wildlife cannot get ahold of it, the statement reads. Pet food bowls, cups, utensils and storage containers that might have come in contact with the product should also be washed. Consumers who wish to learn more information can contact Blue Ridge Beef by emailing blueridgebeefnc@ or calling 704-873-2072 Monday through Friday anytime from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Westfield Fire Department trains at old rectory Man arrested in Georgia brought back to Mass. to face domestic violence charges Someone tried to firebomb a swing state governor's house. A suspect is hospitalized Poll finds this person is the most popular political figure among dozens Woburn District Court evacuated after incident involving pepper spray
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Popular puppy and kitten food recalled due to salmonella and listeria risk
A popular pet food brand is recalling puppy and kitten food after they both tested positive for salmonella and listeria. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced on Friday that Blue Ridge Beef is recalling over 1,000 pounds of its puppy and kitten mixes after discovering it was contaminated. The recall includes over 1,080 pounds of their two-pound logs of Kitten Mix and 1,380 pounds of their two-pound logs of Puppy Mix. The lot numbers are stamped onto the ends of the bags and are N26 0114 for the kitten mix and N25 1230 for the puppy mix. The pet food was distributed between January 3, 2025, and January 24, 2025, and was sold in retail stores within nine states in the U.S.: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Tennessee, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin. According to the FDA's report, pets with salmonella or listeria may experience symptoms such as lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Other symptoms include decreased appetite or abdominal pain. Any owners who have pets who ate the food are urged to contact their veterinarian. Some pets may not experience symptoms but are capable of being infected and passing the bacteria along to other animals or humans. Humans infected with salmonella or listeria should take notice if they experience the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. 'Rarely, Salmonella and Listeria can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms,' the FDA report added. People who have purchased the pet food are urged to either return it to where they bought it or throw it away. 'Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers,' the FDA report read. 'Always ensure you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that come in contact with recalled food.' The news comes around one month after the cat food brand Savage Pet announced it was recalling some of its products due to the possibility that it is contaminated with bird flu. The FDA announced at the time that the brand would be recalling the large and small boxes of Savage Pet's raw chicken cat food. The recall was for 66 of the company's large 84-oz boxes and 74 of the company's small 21-oz boxes. They have a lot code/best-by date of 11152026. The affected products come in cardboard boxes with handles that make the shape of a cat's head. The chicken one is indicated by the color yellow outlining the company's logo on the box. The cat food boxes were distributed to retailers across five states: California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Blue Ridge Beef pet food sold in Pennsylvania recalled
(WHTM) — The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced that over two thousand pounds of Blue Ridge Beef dog and cat food has been recalled due to contamination. According to the FDA, Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 1,080 lbs. of their 2 lb logs of Kitten Mix (Lot # N26 0114) and 1,380 lbs of their 2 lb logs of Puppy Mix (Lot # N25 1230) due to Salmonella and Listeria contamination. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now These recalled products were distributed between January 3, 2025, and January 24, 2025, and were primarily sold in retail stores located in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York State, Tennessee, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin. The FDA says due to a customer complaint of animal illness, samples of the products were collected by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets on March 20, 2025. The products tested positive for both Salmonella and Listeria. If your pet consumed the recalled Blue Rudge Beef pet food and has any of the following symptoms, you should contact your veterinarian: Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea Fever Vomiting Decreased appetiti Abdominal pain Consumers who purchased the recalled products are urged to return them to the place of purchase or destroy the food in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access. The FDA says you should also wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers. If you have any questions, you can contact Blue Ridge Beef at 704-873-2072 or by emailing blueridgebeefnc@ abc27 news will keep you updated as more information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
04-02-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Blue Ridge Beef dog food recalled over salmonella: See 8 states where it was sold
The Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall for dog food manufactured by Blue Ridge Beef over concerns of it being contaminated with salmonella. Almost 6,000 pounds of Blue Ridge Beef's "2 lb. log Natural Mix" has been recalled across eight states "due to a contamination of salmonella," FDA said in an alert Friday. Samples of the product collected on by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture on Jan. 8 tested positive for salmonella by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture Food and Drug Protection Laboratory. What states was the dog food sold in? The product, packaged in clear plastic, was sold between Jan. 3 and Jan. 24 primarily in retail stores located in the following states: Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania Connecticut Massachusetts New York State Tennessee Rhode Island Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Impacted products are marked with lot number #N25/12/31 or UPC number 854298001054. What can you give a dog for pain?Expert explains safe pain meds (not Ibuprofen) What is salmonella? Salmonella is a bacteria that can enter the food production chain when the process isn't sanitary and when workers handling food do not wash their hands, the FDA says. Salmonella can be spread via contaminated water errantly used to irrigate crops, according to the CDC. Symptoms of salmonella Salmonella can affect both the animals eating the products and humans who are handling the 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," the FDA says. Symptoms of salmonella in humans usually occur between six hours and six days after exposure and can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever, according to the FDA. Severe infections may include aches, headaches, elevated fever, lethargy, rashes, and blood in the urine or stool. Some salmonella infections may become fatal. Salmonella causes about 1.35 million illnesses, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the U.S. annually, according to the CDC. On the other hand, pets with salmonella infections may exhibit lethargy or have symptoms such as diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. "Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain," the FDA said, adding "infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans." The FDA recommends pet owners to immediately contact their vet if they believe their pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms. Blue Ridge Beef, meanwhile, did not immediately respond to USA TODAY's request for an update on the recall. Last month, the family-owned and operated pet food manufacturer recalled more than 1,000 pounds of cat food due over salmonella contamination and earlier, in December, the company recalled 9,600 pounds of Puppy Mix sold in seven U.S. states after a customer in Virginia reported their litter of puppies had fallen sick. Testing confirmed the product was contaminated with salmonella, the FDA said. Super Bowl 59:Chewy offers free treats for birds, cats and dogs if Philadelphia Eagles win What do I do if I have contaminated pet food? Customers who have bought the contaminated products should return them or destroy them so children, pets, and wildlife cannot access them. The FDA also said to: Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups and storage containers. Wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food. Wash and sanitize utensils that come in contact with recalled food. Customers can also contact Blue Ridge Beef at blueridgebeefnc@ or (704) 873-2072 for more information. Contributing: Saleen Martin, Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
