Hartz Mountain Corp.: Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats Recalled Due to Salmonella Risk

Agency Publication Date: December 18, 2007

Summary

Hartz Mountain Corp. is recalling 277 bottles (approximately 231 cases) of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats and Kittens Vitality Formula. This recall was initiated after surveillance samples collected and analyzed by the FDA tested positive for Salmonella. The affected product is a liver-flavored supplement sold in bottles of 100 chewable tablets and was distributed nationwide.

Risk

Salmonella can cause serious illness in both pets who consume the tablets and people who handle the contaminated supplements, especially if they do not wash their hands after contact. Symptoms in pets may include lethargy, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting, while infected humans may experience nausea, abdominal cramping, and fever.

What You Should Do

Check your pet supply cabinet for Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats and Kittens Vitality Formula (100 chewable tablets) with Recall Number V-020-2008.
Immediately stop using the product and ensure it is kept out of reach of children and pets.
Dispose of the product in a sealed container in the trash to prevent wildlife or other animals from accessing it.
Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the tablets.
Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Hartz Mountain Corp. at www.hartz.com for further instructions.
Contact your veterinarian if your cat has consumed this product and shows signs of illness, such as decreased appetite or diarrhea.
For additional questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine at 1-240-402-7002.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Return for refund

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

Affected Products

Product: Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats and Kittens; Vitality Formula; Liver Flavored (100 chewable Tablets)

Model:

V-020-2008

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 45521

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Hartz Mountain Corp.

Sold By: Common truck carrier; 3rd party warehouse

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 277s bottles, (231 cases)

Distributed To: Nationwide

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Summary

Risk

What You Should Do

Check your pet supply cabinet for Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats and Kittens Vitality Formula (100 chewable tablets) with Recall Number V-020-2008.

Immediately stop using the product and ensure it is kept out of reach of children and pets.

Dispose of the product in a sealed container in the trash to prevent wildlife or other animals from accessing it.

Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the tablets.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact Hartz Mountain Corp. at www.hartz.com for further instructions.

Contact your veterinarian if your cat has consumed this product and shows signs of illness, such as decreased appetite or diarrhea.

For additional questions regarding this recall, contact the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine at 1-240-402-7002.