Blue Ridge Beef Recalls Kitten Mix Over Salmonella Risk

Karmactive Staff

Raw kitten food manufacturer Blue Ridge Beef recalls 1,350 pounds of contaminated product after confirmed Salmonella case sparked health concerns.

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Contaminated Kitten Mix packages sold across six states - Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York between July 18-26, 2024.

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Massachusetts testing confirms Salmonella presence in Blue Ridge Beef's 2-pound Kitten Mix packages with UPC 8542980013436 and lot number N25-0716 on package-end clips.

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Pet owners warned to monitor companions for less energy, appetite loss, fever, stomach pain, throwing up, and diarrhea that may contain blood.

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Human handlers face risk through direct contact, with symptoms ranging from mild digestive issues to severe complications requiring medical intervention.

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Consumer safety protocol demands immediate disposal of affected products, cleaning and sanitization of pet food bowls, cups, storage containers, and proper handwashing.

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Blue Ridge Beef establishes direct communication channels via email and phone (704-873-2072) for concerned customers seeking recall information.

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FDA partners with Blue Ridge Beef on this recall to ensure pet and family safety.

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Veterinary consultation urged for pets showing illness symptoms, while humans experiencing post-handling sickness should seek medical attention.

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