PRESS RELEASE
Kaytee Products, Inc., is recalling several of its bird food products due to a possible Salmonella contamination. The possible Salmonella contamination is from the parsley flakes used in the bird food products. The parsley flakes come from Kaytee’s supplier, Specialty Commodities Inc. Kaytee stated it had no positive Salmonella results on its finished products to suggest possible contamination, but the company is initiating a recall in accordance with FDA guidelines. Kaytee has reported no cases of Salmonella contamination from its consumers.
Below is a list of the products involved in the recall. Products not on this list are not part of the recall. Kaytee asks that consumers check the “Best Before Date” code on their products to see if the product is involved in the recall. Consumers who have purchased products involved in the recall can call Kaytee Consumer Care to report their case. Kaytee asks that consumers provide a copy or picture UPC Code and Best Before Date from the bird food packages to verify the product is part of the recall, and then throw the product away. For more information, consumers may call Kaytee at 1-800 KAYTEE-1 (800-529-8331) or email [email protected] or go to kaytee.com.
Salmonella is the genus name of an organism that is a Gram-negative bacteria. The disease is called salmonellosis. Of the more than 2,000 Salmonella species, only a few cause disease in pet birds and parrots. Some infected pet birds show symptoms, but not all birds will. Signs of Salmonella contamination in pet birds include lethargy, fluffed up appearance and weight loss. Sick birds can transmit the bacteria to other birds and humans by contact and fecal contamination through the bird’s food and water. People who have handled contaminated products may become infected too.
Product
Code/SKU/
Material #UPC Code SizeProduct Name/DescriptionBest Before Code
100032244071859404102 lbKaytee Fiesta Max Canary/Finch9/28/2013 through
5/7/2014
100032881071859004313.5 ozKaytee Honey Treat - Parakeet12/6/2013 through
5/29/2014
100032922071859550277 ozKaytee Honey Treat – Parakeet (Value Pack)12/4/2013 through
8/2/2014
100032982071859004343.5 ozKaytee Honey Treat – Parakeet12/6/2013 through
8/2/2014
100502615071859998853.5 ozKaytee Fiesta Fruit & Veggie Treat – Parakeet1/15/2014 through
7/24/2014
100502749071859998559.5 ozKaytee Honey Treat – Parakeet (Value Pack)12/18/2013 through
7/31/2014
100502937071859942353.5 ozKaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Honey Treat – Parakeet12/5/2013 through
7/17/2014
100502940071859942367 ozKaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Honey Treat – Parakeet (Value Pack)12/4/2013 through
8/1/2014
100503001071859942684 ctKaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Munchables Shred-A-Box Honey Seed Treats (4 Boxes)3/7/2014 through
7/30/2014
1005030640718599426411 ozKaytee Forti-Diet ProHealth Molting & Conditioning – Small Birds12/25/2013 through
8/5/2014
100503808071859550277 ozKaytee Honey Treat – Parakeet (Value Pack)12/6/2013 through 7/31/2014
100504021071859943682.25 ozKaytee Fiesta Nutty Papaya Treat – Parakeet & Cockatiel12/4/2013 through 6/25/2014
100504029071859943701.5 ozKaytee Fiesta Foraging Treat for Pet Birds 1/27/2014 through 5/29/2014
100504971737257271663.2 ozGrreat Choice Treat Sticks for Small Birds (2 sticks)12/13/2013 through 2/4/2014
100504974737257271659.6 ozGrreat Choice Treat Sticks for Small Birds (6 sticks)12/10/2013 through 3/19/2014
100506593071859946151.5 ozKaytee Foraging Box O’Fun Treat for Pet Birds1/28/2014 through 7/30/2014
100510282071859947081 ozKaytee Bird Greens Foraging Treat12/1/2013 through 5/28/2014
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PRESS RELEASENature's Variety News - February 15, 2013
NATURE’S VARIETY ISSUES VOLUNTARY RECALL OF ONE BATCH
OF INSTINCT® RAW ORGANIC CHICKEN FORMULA FOR DOGS & CATS
DUE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
Nature’s Variety has announced a voluntary recall of one batch of Instinct® Raw Organic Chicken Formula with a "Best if Used By" date of 10/04/13. This action is being taken because pieces of clear plastic may be found in some bags and could cause a potential choking risk to pets. The source of plastic has been identified and the issue has been resolved.
The affected product is strictly limited to a single batch of Organic Chicken Formula with the “Best if Used By” date of 10/04/13. This includes:
• UPC# 7 69949 60137 1 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 3 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70137 8 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula medallions, 27 lbs. case
• UPC# 7 69949 60127 2 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 6 lbs. bag
• UPC# 7 69949 70127 9 – Instinct Raw Organic Chicken Formula patties, 36 lbs. case
The "Best if Used By" date is located on the back of the package below the "Contact Us" section. The affected product was distributed through retail stores and internet sales in the United States and Canada. No other products were impacted.
Nature’s Variety became aware of a potential issue after receiving a consumer complaint. The source of the issue was identified and resolved. To date, there have been no reports of harm to dogs or cats.
Reed Howlett, CEO of Nature’s Variety, stated, "At Nature’s Variety we take quality and safety very seriously. We believe that under all circumstances, the health and safety of pets comes first."
Consumers feeding the affected product should discontinue use and monitor their pet’s health, and contact their veterinarian if they have concerns. Consumers who have purchased one of the above products can obtain a full refund or exchange by either returning the product in its original packaging or bringing a proof of purchase back to their retailer.
Consumers with additional questions can call the Nature’s Variety Consumer Relations team at 1.888.519.7387 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.
For media inquiries, please contact Jeff Dezen at JDPR by phone (864.233.3776, ext. 11) or email ([email protected])
