Dog Treats Recalled in 19 States for Salmonella Risk: Here’s How to Keep Your Pup Safe
Plus, learn the symptoms of salmonella infection in canines to know if your dog has been infected
Food recalls seem to be popping up more than ever these days, from carrots and bakery items to waffles and milk. But people aren’t the only ones potentially affected by the contaminated products. A new recall has been issued to help protect man’s best friend, too. Keep reading to find out more about the recent dog treat recall and the signs of a salmonella infection in canines.
Why have the dog treats been recalled?
On Saturday, November 23, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of dog treats. Carolina Prime Pet, Inc. (a company in Lenoir, North Carolina) issued the recall for their “Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Chicken Chips,” which contains 16 oz. of treats.
The reason? The company is concerned about potential salmonella contamination. Though no illnesses have been reported in pets, reports Newsweek, Carolina Prime Pet, Inc. decided to issue the recall as a precautionary measure.
The FDA shared that this happened “after testing performed by a third-party laboratory identified contamination in a related yet commercially unreleased lot of the same product.”
According to the Hollywood Feed website and description for the treats, all of the products (chicken, pork, beef, turkey and elk) are sourced from USA farms. They also share that their chicken contains no chemicals, additives or preservatives and is cage-free
No further details were given about what prompted the laboratory testing, but the concerning news certainly fits the pattern of other food recalls for humans—including eggs contaminated with salmonella.
States affected by the Hollywood Feed dog treat recall
The treats included in the recall (400 bags in total) were sold in Hollywood Feed Stores around the country. While it may not be a large retail chain, the recall could affect many pups as the shop has locations in 19 states.
The list of states where the treats were purchased, according to PennLive.com:
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Michigan
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
If you aren’t located in those states but still bought the treats for your dog, you may be impacted by the recall. The potentially contaminated bags were also sold online through the Hollywood Feed Website.
To double-check, look at the information printed on the bag. The recall is only for treats with lot number 20051324L2 and an expiration date of 11/13/25. Though 4 oz. bags of the same treats are available for purchase, none were included in the recall.
As of now, the chicken chip treats are still eligible for purchase if you order online. The “my store” ordering option also appears to be available at select stores.
But any bags printed with the above information should be discarded immediately.
Signs of salmonella in dogs
Despite no reported illnesses in this case, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on your pup if he likes to eat these particular treats. Signs of salmonella infections in canines are very similar to the symptoms seen in humans.
According to the FDA, an infected dog may be lethargic and have decreased appetite, fever or abdominal pain. Diarrhea, fever and vomiting are also possible symptoms.
An important note: Unless a dog has a weakened immune system or is a puppy, they often won’t show symptoms, share the experts at PetMD.com. But even if they don’t appear to have the infection, they can still spread the disease.
If your pup is showing any of the above signs, it’s best to contact your veterinarian right away. In any living creature, health issues linked to salmonella infection can quickly escalate and lead to sepsis, dehydration and even death.
But if Rover ate any recalled treats and otherwise acts healthy, you may still want to reach out to his vet regarding the potential spread of the infection. This will ensure all household members—both human and animal—stay safe!
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