The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is issuing this health alert to warn
consumers not to use Pig Ears and Beef Hooves pet treats manufactured by
Pet Carousel because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The
products were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for
sale in pet food and retail chain stores. Pet Carousel is based in Sanger,
Calif.
The products were manufactured under conditions that facilitate
cross-contamination within batches or lots. Although no illnesses
associated with these products have been reported, the FDA is advising
consumers in possession of these products to not handle or feed them to
their pets.
The affected pig ear products were packaged under the brand names Doggie
Delight and Pet Carousel.
The affected beef hooves were packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves,
Dentley s, Doggie Delight, and Pet Carousel. All sizes and all lots of
these products made by Pet Carousel are included in this alert.
Read more here.
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