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Medium RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Food

Best Choice Puppy Formula Dog Food Recalled for Elevated Aflatoxin

Agency Publication Date: June 1, 2023
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Summary

Cargill, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 4,500 bags of Best Choice Complete Puppy Formula Dog Food because they may contain elevated levels of aflatoxin. The recall affects two sizes: 4.4 lb bags and 16.5 lb bags, which were distributed through distributors in six states. While no illnesses have been reported, this fungus-based toxin can be harmful to pets if consumed in large quantities.

Risk

Aflatoxin is a byproduct of mold that can grow on corn and other grains used in pet food; at elevated levels, it can cause illness, liver damage, or death in pets. If your pet shows signs of sluggishness, vomiting, or a yellowish tint to the eyes or gums after eating this food, contact a veterinarian immediately.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your puppy food for Best Choice Complete Puppy Formula Dog Food in 4.4 lb bags (UPC 0 70038 60378 8) or 16.5 lb bags (UPC 0 70038 60381 8).
  2. Confirm the bag is affected by looking for lot number EP2264 and a 'Best Before' date of 09-21-23.
  3. If you have animal health concerns, contact your veterinarian. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions.
  4. Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

๐Ÿ’ฐOption 1: Full Refund
How to: If you have animal health concerns, contact your veterinarian. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions
๐Ÿ—‘๏ธOption 2: Dispose of Product
How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Best Choice Complete Puppy Formula Dog Food (4.4 lb)
Variants: 4.4 lb bags
UPC Codes:
070038603788
Lot Numbers:
EP2264 (Best Before 09-21-23)

Recall #: V-0125-2023. Quantity: 4500 x 4.4 lb. bags.

Product: Best Choice Complete Puppy Formula Dog Food (16.5 lb)
Variants: 16.5 lb bags
UPC Codes:
070038603818
Lot Numbers:
EP2264 (Best Before 09-21-23)

Recall #: V-0125-2023. Quantity: 2307 x 16.5 lb. bags.

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 92422
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Cargill, Inc Corporate Headquarters
Sold By: Distributors
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 4500 x 4.4 lb. bags; 2307 x 16.5 lb. bags
Distributed To: Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, Oklahoma
Agency Last Updated: June 12, 2023

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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