State officials warn about pet food recall due to Salmonella concerns
State agriculture officials are warning Georgians about some dry dog food products distributed by Diamond Pet foods, because of concerns over Salmonella contamination.
Multiple brands of dry pet foods produced by the company at a South Carolina manufacturing facility have been linked to 14 human Salmonella infections in 9 states. But currently no human or pet illnesses have been reported in Georgia. As a precaution, state inspectors are checking local stores to make sure the recalled products are taken off shelves.
State officials say Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and can affect humans who handle the products. They recommend consumers discard any recalled products and consult their health care providers if they experience Salmonella symptoms such as vomiting, fever and diarrhea. Pets that are infected may experience similar symptoms. If your pet exhibits those symptoms, state officials recommend contacting a veterinarian.
On April 30, Diamond Pet Foods expanded their recall of dog food products to include Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food. Products meeting the following descriptions are included in this latest recall:
Description Size Production Code Best By Date
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401B22XJW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401A21XAW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0101C31XME 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 40 lb. DPP0401B21XDJ 7-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0401B22XJW 6-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0101C31XME 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 20 lb. DPP0101C31XRB 11-Jan-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 8 lb. DPP0401B2XALW 7-Apr-2013
Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food 6 oz. samples DPP0401
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