Sogeval Laboratories Inc: VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination

Agency Publication Date: June 21, 2013

Summary

Sogeval Laboratories Inc is recalling approximately 3,398 units of SOGEVAL VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs because recent testing revealed bacterial levels that exceed safe limits. The recall affects both 60-count and 120-count containers distributed through various wholesalers. This contamination was discovered during microbial analysis and could lead to potential health issues for pets that consume the chews. Consumers should identify if they have the affected lot numbers and take immediate action to protect their animals.

Risk

The product contains bacterial levels that exceed normal safety specifications. Consuming these contaminated chews may cause illness in dogs, and humans who handle the chews could also be at risk of bacterial exposure.

What You Should Do

Check your container of SOGEVAL VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs for the lot number and count. Affected products include 60-count containers with lot #008871 and 120-count containers with lot #008881.
Look for the expiration date of 11/2013 on the packaging to confirm it is part of the recall.
If you have an affected product, stop using it immediately and ensure it is kept out of reach of your pets.
Contact your veterinarian or a pharmacist for guidance regarding your pet's health if they have consumed these chews.
Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Sogeval Laboratories, Inc. at their Oldsmar, FL location for further instructions.
For additional questions or to report a concern, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

Your Remedy Options

Full Refund

Veterinary medication refund and guidance

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or pharmacist for guidance. Return any unused product to the pharmacy for a refund

Affected Products

Product: SOGEVAL VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs (60 count)

Lot Numbers:

008871 (Exp 11/2013)

Date Ranges: 11/2013

Product: SOGEVAL VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs (120 count)

Lot Numbers:

008881 (Exp 11/2013)

Date Ranges: 11/2013

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 65271

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Sogeval Laboratories Inc

Sold By: wholesalers; distributors

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 3398

Distributed To: Nationwide

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your container of SOGEVAL VETRICALM Soft Chews for Dogs for the lot number and count. Affected products include 60-count containers with lot #008871 and 120-count containers with lot #008881.

Look for the expiration date of 11/2013 on the packaging to confirm it is part of the recall.

If you have an affected product, stop using it immediately and ensure it is kept out of reach of your pets.

Contact your veterinarian or a pharmacist for guidance regarding your pet's health if they have consumed these chews.

Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund and contact Sogeval Laboratories, Inc. at their Oldsmar, FL location for further instructions.

For additional questions or to report a concern, contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).