ST. PAUL – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting consumers about the recall of Nutrisca Dog Food manufactured by Tuffy’s Pet Foods, Inc. of Perham, Minnesota. Tuffy's is voluntarily recalling specific lots of 4 lb. bags of Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
The recalled product was distributed nationwide to distributors, brokers, retail stores, and internet retailers. MDA inspectors are working to ensure the recalled product is removed from distribution in Minnesota.
The recalled product is limited to Nutrisca Chicken and Chick Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food in 4 lb. bag sizes, bearing UPC Code "8 84244 12495 7" (found on lower back of the bag).
Products included in the recall are identified by the first 5 digits of the Lot Code and "Best by Dates" found on the back of the bag.
No other bag sizes or other Nutrisca dog food, cat food, biscuits/treats, supplements or other products, are affected by this announcement.
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First five digits of Lot Codes:
4G29P, 4G31P, 4H01P, 4H04P, 4H05P, 4H06P
Best By Dates:
Jul 28 16, Jul 30 16, Jul 31 16, Aug 03 16, Aug 04 16, Aug 05 16
Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products. No Salmonella-related illnesses in people or animals have been reported to date in association with these products.
Consumers who purchased products subject to the voluntary recall (as identified above) should stop using the product and discard it in a safe manner such as using a securely covered trash receptacle.
For consumer information or questions regarding this voluntary recall, please contact Nutrisca at 1-888-559-8833.
