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More dog and cat food was recalled after health officials identified an outbreak of salmonella linked to brands manufactured by Mid America Pet Food.
Seven people, primarily infants, have been infected in seven states, resulting in one hospitalization. Infants and young children can get sick from contaminated pet food if they have access to the bowls on the floor, put the food in their mouths, or caregivers don’t wash their hands after feeding pets, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food, Member’s Mark (Sam’s Club) and several varieties of Victor Super Premium dog and cat food were recalled in connection to this outbreak. The pet food was sold in bags ranging from 5 to 50 pounds with “best by” dates before Oct. 31, 2024. See the full list of products for more details.
Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Hi-Pro Plus was recalled by Mid America Pet Food after a random sample taken by the South Carolina Department of Agriculture tested positive for salmonella.
More than 600 cases of food sold in 5-pound bags were distributed to retailers in the U.S. The affected bags have lot code 1000016385, found on the back of the bag, with a best by date of April 30, 2024.
Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula was subject to a separate recall by Mid America Pet Food after random sampling identified salmonella in three lots.
The three affected lot numbers, found on the back of the bags, are 1000016890 (5-pound bag), 1000016891 (15-pound bag) and 1000016892 (40-pound bag). They all have a best by date of June 12, 2024.
Questions should be directed to Mid America Pet Food Consumer Affairs at info@mapf.com or 888-428-7544. No refund information was provided.
Pets with a salmonella infection may become lethargic and have diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some will only have a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Pets that are infected but otherwise healthy can still be carriers of the pathogen and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed any of the recalled products and has these symptoms, contact your veterinarian.
In humans, symptoms of salmonella include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Serious cases are rare but can result in arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract infections.
Most people can recover without an antibiotic, but treatment is recommended for anyone with severe illness. Infected adults over age 65 (or over 50 if an underlying condition such as heart disease is present), infants and those with a weakened immune system are advised to take an antibiotic.
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