Popular Dog Food Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

A company from Salt Lake City, Utah has issued a voluntary recall of one of their dog food products due to possible salmonella contamination. It was initiated following an alert from the testing department of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, which tested retail samples and found them positive for salmonella traces.

Steve’s Real Food is rescinding their Raw Frozen Dog Food Turkey Canine Recipe product. 52 cases containing the affected products were distributed to the following states: CA, CO, CT, IA, KS, FL, MD, MI, MN, MO, ND, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA. The items in question are sold in 5 lb bags and are marked with the UPC 6-91730-15303-8. They are from a single lot, numbered E 178, and have a best by date of 09/27/18.

Salmonella is a form of bacteria that can induce diarrhea or blood diarrhea, vomiting, decreased appetite, lethargy, abdominal distress, and fevers in animals. Humans who came into contact with the food and neglected to thoroughly wash their hands after may also be at risk, and the bacteria can cause similar symptoms to animals as well as pose a threat for more serious diseases. If you or your pet exhibit symptoms like these following usage or handling of the product, conduct a healthcare professional.

To date, no reports of illness have been made to Steve’s Real Food as a result of the products. If you have purchased bags of this item, you can return them to the store you originally bought them from for a refund. You can contact Steve’s Real Food’s customer hotline at 888-526-1900 with questions or concerns.