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Advanced Animal Nutrition today announced a voluntary recall of its dry Dog Power Dog Food- due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. The affected products were manufactured between Jan. 4, 2011, and Nov. 18, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association with these products to date, and no other Advanced Animal Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall. Affected products are:

DOG POWER ADULT MAINTENANCE FORMULA 21-12 Dog Food, 50 pound bags
DOG POWER HUNTERS FORMULA 27-14 Dog Food, 50 pound bags
DOG POWER HI-PRO PERFORMANCE FORMULA 26-18 Dog Food, 50 pound bags

The recall only applies to the above products with the following Packaging Date Codes (lot numbers): K0004 through K1322.

The affected dry dog food products were distributed in the following states – Missouri, Arkansas, and Louisiana. Retailers have already been instructed to remove the affected brands and products from store shelves.

While no adverse health effects related to these products have been reported, Advanced Animal Nutrition is implementing this recall as a precautionary measure. Consumers are urged to return affected products – whether in opened or unopened packages – to their place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact 866-648-7646.

Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mold by-product. Pets that have consumed any of the above recalled products and exhibit symptoms of illness including sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, vomiting, yellowish tint to the eyes or gums, or diarrhea should be seen by a veterinarian.

PLEASE!!! Don’t let Santa Bring Fido or Fifi Chicken Jerky Products for Christmas!

thepawsmahal — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:12:54 +0000

This is from the FDA. It links back to China…..again! I urge all of you to please buy food & treats for your pets that are made from products sourced and produced in the USA! If it costs a dollar more, it’s cheaper than a Vet bill if you get tainted food or treats……..and that dollar could potentially save the life of your dog! Aside from that, buying American means jobs and a better economy!! READ THE LABELS!!

CVM Updates FDA Continues to Caution Dog Owners About Chicken Jerky Products.

CVM Updates FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Cushing’s Disease in Horses

thepawsmahal — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:31:59 +0000

CVM Updates FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Cushing’s Disease in Horses.