Oct
13
Written by:
NJVMA Admin
10/13/2010 2:13 PM
The Blue Buffalo Co. has issued a voluntary recall of three of its dog food products that are distributed nationwide at pet stores, retail and wholesale outlets. According to the company, disproportionate amounts of Vitamin D could have been added in the following products: Blue Wilderness Chicken, Basics Salmon and Large Breed Adult Chicken dry dog foods.
The following code dates are being recalled (list by product, bag size, best used by dates):
- BLUE Wilderness Chicken (Dog) 4.5 lb., 11 lb., 24lb. JUL1211B, JUL1311B, JUL2611Z, JUL2711Z, JUL2811Z
- BLUE Basics Salmon (Dog) 11 lb., 24 lb. AUG2111B, AUG2211B
- BLUE Large Breed Adult Chicken 30 lb. SEP 22 11 P, SEP 23 11 P, OCT 26 11 P
- Consumers are asked to return unused product for a refund
To date, 36 dogs nationwide have been reported to have symptoms consistent with excessive Vitamin D in their systems while being fed these specific recipes. Vitamin D is a useful nutrient to dogs, but excessive amounts of Vitamin D in canines can cause hypercalcemia, as serious, if not fatal, illness in dogs. Hypercalcemia is characterized by higher than normal water consumption, urination, upset stomach, reduced appetite and lethargy. If not treated the disease can progress, causing heart damage, renal (kidney) dysfunction, and even coma and death.
If your pet has consumed any of these products and is exhibiting the symptoms outlined above please call South Branch Veterinary Services immediately. The number is 908-735-9998.