Karmactive Staff
Blue Ridge Beef is recalling its raw kitten food due to a contamination of Salmonella. The company is taking back 1,350 pounds of Kitten Mix food after a pet got sick from eating it.
The recalled food was sold between July 18 and July 26, 2024, in six states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York. To check if you have the affected food, look for:
- Product name: Blue Ridge Beef Kitten Mix (2-pound packages)
- UPC number: 8542980013436
- Lot number: N25-0716 (found on the clips at package ends)
Health officials found the problem after testing the food in Massachusetts. A pet owner reported their animal got sick, leading to the tests that confirmed Salmonella was present.
Both pets and people can get sick from this contaminated food. In pets, watch for:
- Less energy than usual
- Not wanting to eat
- Fever
- Stomach pain
- Throwing up
- Diarrhea that may contain blood
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People can get sick just from touching the contaminated pet food. Signs of illness in humans include:
- Upset stomach
- Throwing up
- Diarrhea
- Stomach cramps
- Fever
In rare cases, the infection can cause more serious problems that need medical care.
What You Should Do:
If you bought this food, don’t feed it to your pets. Take it back to the store or throw it away in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access. After handling the food:
- Wash your hands well with soap and water
- Clean and sanitize all pet food bowls and containers
- Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers
If your pet ate this food and shows any signs of illness, call your veterinarian. If you feel sick after handling the food, contact your doctor.
For questions about the recall, you can:
- Email: [email protected]
- Call: 704-873-2072
The FDA is working with Blue Ridge Beef on this recall to keep pets and their families safe.
