Blue Ridge Beef Issues Recall Due to Salmonella Contamination
Blue Ridge Beef has announced a recall of 960 pounds of their Puppy Mix pet food due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The recall includes specific lots of the product, which were distributed in several states. The company advises consumers to take immediate action to ensure the safety of their pets and themselves.
Salmonella can pose risks to both animals and humans. In humans, symptoms may include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and fever, with severe cases potentially leading to more serious conditions. Pets may experience symptoms such as lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea, and infected animals can sometimes pass the infection to humans or other pets.
The contamination was identified after a customer reported illness in a litter of puppies. Testing conducted by the Food and Drug Administration confirmed the presence of Salmonella in the affected products. The recalled products were sold primarily through retail stores in Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York between August 6 and August 23, 2024.
Affected products can be identified by the lot numbers stamped on the clips of the packaging. Consumers should check the following details to identify the recalled items:
- Product Name: Puppy Mix
- Size: 2 lb
- UPC: 854298001696
- Lot Numbers: 08/06/N25 or 08/16/N25
Consumers are urged to return these products to the place of purchase or dispose of them in a secure manner. It is important to ensure the food cannot be accessed by children, pets, or wildlife. Additionally, pet food bowls, utensils, and any surfaces exposed to the recalled food should be washed and sanitized thoroughly.
Proper hygiene practices, such as washing hands after handling the food or any utensils that came into contact with it, are essential to prevent infection. For further assistance, consumers can contact Blue Ridge Beef via email at blueridgebeefnc@yahoo.com or by phone at 704-873-2072.
