Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Scottsdale, AZ

This is their third recall in a month. The last one was Aug 5th and can be read about here

By The Associated Press (AP) – 1 day ago

The following recall has been announced:

_ All lots of 10-ounce “Beef Filet Squares” for dogs and “Texas Hold’ems” pet treats made by Merrick Pet Care Inc. of Amarillo, Texas, because they may be contaminated with salmonella. People handling the treats can become infected with salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact.

Healthy people infected with salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Pets with salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.

Consumers with questions can contact the company at 800-664-7387 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. EDT.

Company website – http://www.merrickpetcare.com/

I just wanted Food Inc for the first time last night. After seeing that – THIS makes more sense to me. It is sad. Read your labels. Know where you and your pets food comes from. It might cost a little more now, but less in the long run when you don’t get sick.  – Bella

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_ Certain shell eggs produced by the farms of Wright County Egg of Galt, Iowa, because they have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.

Eggs affected by this recall were distributed to food wholesalers, distribution centers and food service companies in California, Illinois, Missouri, Colorado, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. These companies distribute nationwide.

Eggs are packaged under the following brand names: Lucerne, Albertson, Mountain Dairy, Ralph’s, Boomsma’s, Sunshine, Hillandale, Trafficanda, Farm Fresh, Shoreland, Lund, Dutch Farms and Kemps. The eggs are packed in varying carton sizes.

This recall is of shell eggs only. Other egg products produced by Wright County Eggs are not affected. Consumers with questions can visit http://www.eggsafety.org.

Copyright © 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.

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