Maker: Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company
Cause: Elevated levels of Vitamin D
Announcement: FDA alert dated Aug. 13, 2021 (archived here)
What was recalled: The following specific Simply Nourish frozen dog food recipes, sizes and best by dates:
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Chicken & Vegetable Recipe, 2 lb., UPC #73725792262, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Chicken & Vegetable Recipe, 4.5 lb., UPC #73725792264, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Beef & Barley Recipe, 2 lb., UPC #73725792266, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Beef & Barley Recipe, 4.5 lb., UPC #73725792267, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Turkey & Sweet Potato Recipe, 2 lb., UPC #73725792260, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Turkey & Sweet Potato Recipe, 4.5 lb., UPC #73725792263, best by Nov. 10, 2022 – Jan. 12, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Pork & Vegetable Recipe, 2 lb., UPC #73725792079, best by Aug. 26, 2022 – Jan. 13, 2023
- Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked Frozen Pork & Vegetable Recipe, 4.5 lb., UPC #73725792078, best by Aug. 26, 2022 – Jan. 13, 2023
This recall involves 4 different recipes of Simply Nourish Fresh Market Adult Gently Cooked frozen dog food. About 51,000 packages of the food, in 2 different sizes, are affected.
No other Simply Nourish dog or cat food products are part of this recall.
The recall was initiated after tests showed higher levels of Vitamin D in the product than is allowed. According to the company, Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company of Monroe, Washington, the fault lies with the vitamin mix manufacturer — who allegedly failed to “detect or properly communicate” that there was an issue.
No pet illnesses have been reported to date, but consuming too much Vitamin D can cause health complications including vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling and weight loss.
“Consumers who have dogs that have consumed any of the [affected] products … and are exhibiting these symptoms should contact their veterinarian,” the recall announcement states.
The affected Simply Nourish frozen dog food was sold at various PetSmart stores across the United States. A quick search shows these specific products were recently removed from PetSmart’s website.
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