Nestle Purina PetCare Co. is recalling approximately 21,329 bags of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental prescription dry dog food because the product may contain dangerously high levels of vitamin D. The recall affects 8lb and 20lb bags distributed to veterinary clinics and distributors in five states. Two dogs have already been reported ill with vitamin D toxicity after consuming this food. Consumers who purchased this prescription diet should immediately stop feeding it to their pets and check their packaging for specific production codes.
Excessive vitamin D intake can lead to vitamin D toxicity in dogs, which can cause kidney failure or death if left untreated. Symptoms include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, and excessive drooling.
You have 2 options:
Quantity: 11,697 of the 20lb bags and 9,632 of the 8lb bags affected.
Product image, front label, Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental Dry Dog Food
Product image, back label showing Production Codes and UPC, Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental Dry Dog Food
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
This is general information, not legal advice. Go Backs is not a law firm and does not provide legal services.
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.
Sources: FDA iRES · FDA Press Release · Raw API Response