Nestle Purina PetCare Co: Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Cat Food Recalled for Salmonella Risk

Agency Publication Date: January 11, 2012

Summary

Nestle Purina PetCare Co has recalled approximately 30,526 bags of Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Adult Premium Cat Food because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall involves 13,830 bags of the 3.5-lb size and 16,696 bags of the 7-lb size. Salmonella can cause serious health issues for both the pets eating the food and the humans who handle the contaminated product. This cat food was distributed across several Midwestern states and through military channels. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

Salmonella contamination poses a dual risk: pets can become ill from eating the food, and humans can become infected through skin contact or by accidentally touching their mouths after handling the product or contaminated surfaces. Symptoms of infection include fever, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

What You Should Do

Check your pantry for Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Adult Premium Cat Food in 3.5-lb and 7-lb bags.
Immediately stop feeding the recalled cat food to your pets if you identify it as part of this recall (Recall #V-018-2012).
Thoroughly wash your hands and any containers, bowls, or surfaces that may have come into contact with the food to prevent the spread of Salmonella.
Return any remaining product to the store or distributor where it was purchased to receive a full refund.
Monitor your pet for symptoms of Salmonella infection, such as lethargy, diarrhea, fever, or vomiting, and contact a veterinarian if these symptoms occur.
For further questions or to discuss the recall with the manufacturer, contact Nestle Purina PetCare Co at Checkerboard Square, Saint Louis, Missouri.
Contact the FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator for your state or call 1-888-463-6332 for additional assistance.

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Full refund at point of purchase.

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

Affected Products

Product: Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Adult Premium Cat Food (3.5-lb bag)

Model:

V-018-2012

Product: Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Adult Premium Cat Food (7-lb bag)

Model:

V-018-2012

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 59482

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Nestle Purina PetCare Co

Sold By: distributors; pet specialty distributors; company stores; military distribution centers

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 13,830/3.5-lb. bags and 16,696/7-lb. bags

Distributed To: Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Wisconsin

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your pantry for Purina One Vibrant Maturity 7+ Adult Premium Cat Food in 3.5-lb and 7-lb bags.

Immediately stop feeding the recalled cat food to your pets if you identify it as part of this recall (Recall #V-018-2012).

Thoroughly wash your hands and any containers, bowls, or surfaces that may have come into contact with the food to prevent the spread of Salmonella.

Return any remaining product to the store or distributor where it was purchased to receive a full refund.

Monitor your pet for symptoms of Salmonella infection, such as lethargy, diarrhea, fever, or vomiting, and contact a veterinarian if these symptoms occur.

For further questions or to discuss the recall with the manufacturer, contact Nestle Purina PetCare Co at Checkerboard Square, Saint Louis, Missouri.

Contact the FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator for your state or call 1-888-463-6332 for additional assistance.