Hartz Mountain Corp.: Natural Real Beef Dog Treats Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination

Agency Publication Date: April 21, 2011

Summary

Hartz Mountain Corp. is recalling approximately 56,058 bags of Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs due to potential contamination with Salmonella. These treats were sold in 8 oz plastic bags across the United States. Consumers who have these treats should immediately stop feeding them to their pets and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

Salmonella can cause serious illness in dogs and poses a risk to humans who handle the contaminated pet treats, especially if they do not wash their hands thoroughly after contact. Symptoms in pets include lethargy, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting, while humans may experience nausea, fever, and abdominal cramping.

What You Should Do

Check your pet food supplies for 'Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs' sold in 8 oz plastic bags.
Verify if the package is labeled as 'Small' and includes 'Made in Brazil' on the packaging.
Immediately stop using the affected treats and ensure they are stored out of reach of pets and children.
Return any remaining product to the retail location where it was purchased to receive a full refund.
Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize any surfaces, bowls, or storage containers that may have come into contact with the treats.
If your dog has consumed these treats and shows symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, or vomiting, contact your veterinarian immediately.
For further questions or information regarding this recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Full refund at place of purchase

How to: Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions

Affected Products

Product: Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs, Small (8 oz bag)

Model:

V-121-2011

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 56698

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Hartz Mountain Corp.

Manufactured In: Brazil, United States

Units Affected: 56,058 bags

Distributed To: Nationwide

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Check your pet food supplies for 'Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs' sold in 8 oz plastic bags.

Verify if the package is labeled as 'Small' and includes 'Made in Brazil' on the packaging.

Immediately stop using the affected treats and ensure they are stored out of reach of pets and children.

Return any remaining product to the retail location where it was purchased to receive a full refund.

Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize any surfaces, bowls, or storage containers that may have come into contact with the treats.

If your dog has consumed these treats and shows symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, or vomiting, contact your veterinarian immediately.

For further questions or information regarding this recall, contact the FDA at 1-888-463-6332.