The J.M. Smucker Company is recalling over 7.5 million units of various canned dog food brands, including Gravy Train, Kibbles 'n Bits, Ol' Roy, and Skippy, because they may contain low levels of pentobarbital. Pentobarbital is a sedative and anesthetic drug used by veterinarians for euthanasia, and its presence in pet food is strictly prohibited. The contamination was traced back to a specific tallow ingredient used during manufacturing. Consumers should immediately stop feeding these specific products to their pets and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Pentobarbital is a controlled substance used for animal euthanasia; pets that consume contaminated food may experience drowsiness, dizziness, loss of balance, or at higher levels, more severe neurological symptoms. While the company stated no immediate threat to pet safety was present, the FDA classifies any amount of pentobarbital in pet food as an adulterant.
Return to the place of purchase for a full refund or contact the manufacturer for further instructions
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