Blue Ridge Beef of Statesville, NC is recalling 9,60lb of their 2 lb log Puppy Mix Lot #08/06/N25 & 08/16/N25 UPC 854298001696 due to a contamination of Salmonella. The problem was discovered when a customers litter of puppies became ill and reported the issue to VDACS. On 11/27/24 the firm was notified by the FDA that these products tested positive for Salmonella.
Blue Ridge Beef has issued previous recalls for Salmonella contamination. In December of 2023, a state lab found Salmonella / Listeria in the product for which the company issued a recall (which was expanded in Jan of 2024). The company issued a recall in October of 2023 after the dog food tested positive for Salmonella. There was also a recall in 2018.
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/blue-ridge-beef-issues-voluntary-recall-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-mix-due-salmonella-contamination
Blue Ridge Beef Issues Voluntary Recall Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix Due to Salmonella Contamination
Summary
Company Announcement Date: December 02, 2024
FDA Publish Date: December 02, 2024
Product Type: Animal & Veterinary Pet Food
Reason for Announcement: Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company Name: Blue Ridge Beef
Brand Name: Blue Ridge Beef
Product Description: Puppy Mix
Company Announcement
STATESVILLE, NC – December 2, 2024 – Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 9,60lb of their 2 lb log Puppy Mix Lot #08/06/N25 & 08/16/N25 UPC 854298001696 due to a contamination of Salmonella. (Lot numbers are stamped in the clips on the end of the chubs/bags)
Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
The problem was discovered when a customers litter of puppies became ill and reported the issue to VDACS
On 11/27/24 the firm was notified by the FDA that these products tested positive for Salmonella.
The products were distributed between Augus 6 2024 August 23 2024 2024. These products were packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the States of: [Virginia ,North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts New York State] . Image of product below:
Products affected are:
Product Size UPC Lot Numbers
Puppy Mix 2 lb 854298001696 08/06/N25 (lot) 08/16/N25 (lot)
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to return to place of purchase or destroy the food in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access. Do not sell or donate the recalled products. Do not feed the recalled product to pets or any other animals. Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers. Always ensure you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that come in contact with recalled food. For more information contact blueridgebeefnc@yahoo.com or 704-873-2072
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
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