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Salmonella Outbreak and Pets
The peanut product recall seems to have taken on a life of it’s own. It’s not just peanut butter–the list wanders all over the place from brownie and donut products to salad dressings and pet food and treats. The FDA says that the risk of animals contracting salmonellosis is minimal, yet you should check the pet food products on the lengthy recall list to avoid any unnecessary risk.
Signs that your pet may have salmonella:
• Dogs and cats that become ill from salmonella generally will have diarrhea that may contain blood or mucus.
• Affected animals may seem more tired than usual, and may have a fever or vomit.
• Some cats do not have diarrhea, but will have a decreased appetite, fever, and excess salivation.
• Some dogs or cats may have Salmonella but may not appear to be sick. Well animals can be carriers and infect other animals or humans.
If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, contact your veterinarian.
Below is the list of “recalling firms” of pet food products. Check out the FDA list for links to the specific products and more information like UPC Code Number, lot descriptions, packaging size, etc.
Aggieville USA, Mountain Grove, MO
American Nutrition, Inc.
Carolina Prime
Carolina Prime Pet
Farm Style
Grreat Choice
Happy Tails
Healthy Hide
Healthy-hide Deli-wrap
Hill Country Fare
Integrity
Mill Creek
Next Gen Pet Products
Northwest Royal
Premium
Salix
Shoppers Valu
Springfield Prize
Vita Bone Flavors
Vita Snacks
Western Family Biscuits
Western Trade Group, Inc.
Yeaster
Also note that there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet food products. To prevent foodborne illness when handling pet foods and treats, wash hands with hot water and soap before and after handling pet foods and treats and wash pet food bowls and utensils with hot water and soap after each use.
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I've been eating Reese Peanut butter cups with no ill effects. I checked on the Reese Peanut Butter Cup website & found out that the jar peanut butter was not infected.
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I don't know why they don't just shut down peanut factories until they have cleaned up.
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There is a flu going around that lasts about two weeks I just came home fromthe doctors and he said this is the worest flu he has seen in some time. I would say it's just a flu and not to worry, however if it does not get better in the next week may be best to see a doctor. Hope you feel better soon.
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does anyone know if reeses peanut butter cups have been involved in the samonella break out? i was cravin them and ate a couple three days in a row and now have been sick with the "flu" for a week and a half! i usually only get the flu for 24 hours-48 hours max!
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