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Critical RiskFDA Vet
Pets & Animals/Pet Food

Tuffy's Pet Food, Inc: Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food Recalled for Salmonella

Agency Publication Date: February 4, 2016
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Summary

Tuffy's Pet Food, Inc. has recalled approximately 17,376 bags of Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food (4 lbs) because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. The recall involves specific lot codes and expiration dates that were distributed to distributors in California and Illinois. Salmonella can cause serious illness in both the pets who eat the food and the humans who handle it, especially if hands and surfaces are not properly cleaned after contact. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Risk

The product may contain Salmonella bacteria, which poses a health risk to pets and their owners. Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting; humans who handle contaminated pet food can experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever.

What You Should Do

  1. Check your 4 lb bag of Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food for the first five digits of the lot code and the Best By date.
  2. Verify if your product matches one of these lot codes: 4G29P, 4G31P, 4H01P, 4H04P, 4H05P, or 4H06P.
  3. Confirm the Best By date on the packaging matches one of the following: Jul 28 16, Jul 30 16, Jul 31 16, Aug 03 16, Aug 04 16, or Aug 05 16.
  4. If you have an affected product, stop using it immediately and ensure it is stored where other pets or children cannot access it.
  5. Return any unused portions of the recalled dog food to the place of purchase for a full refund.
  6. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the product and sanitize any bowls, measuring cups, or storage containers that held the food.
  7. 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

Full refund

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

Affected Products

Product: Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food (4 lbs.)
Model:
V-297-2016
Lot Numbers:
4G29P
4G31P
4H01P
4H04P
4H05P
4H06P
Date Ranges: Best By Jul 28 16, Best By Jul 30 16, Best By Jul 31 16, Best By Aug 03 16, Best By Aug 04 16, Best By Aug 05 16

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 70504
Status: Resolved
Manufacturer: Tuffy's Pet Food, Inc
Sold By: distributors in CA and IL
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 17,376 units
Distributed To: California, Illinois

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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 · Raw API Response