Nationwide Recall: Dog Food Company Withdraws 300 Cases Due to Plastic Contamination
Fromm Family Foods has announced a voluntary recall involving 300 cases of its dog food due to potential plastic contamination. This decision comes in light of complaints received by the company. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been informed about this situation.
Details of the Recall
The affected product is the Bonnihill Farms BeefiBowls Beef Recipe, gently cooked frozen dog food. These products were sold in 16 oz. tubes and have a best buy date of December 25, 2026. So far, there have been no reports of illnesses or injuries linked to the recall.
Health Risks Associated with Plastic Contamination
Consuming plastic can lead to serious health issues in dogs. Potential problems include:
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Gastrointestinal obstruction
- Lethargy
- Loss of appetite
Distribution of the Affected Product
The recalled BeefiBowls were sold in various pet stores across numerous states, including:
- Illinois
- Wisconsin
- Texas
- Arkansas
- Mississippi
- Oklahoma
- Louisiana
- California
- Nevada
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Oregon
- Washington
- Alaska
Additionally, the product was also available in Ontario, Canada.
Company Response
Fromm Family Foods assured consumers that they are addressing the issue. The company stated, “We have identified the error, and, in addition to our existing safety process, we have put corrective actions in place to prevent this from happening again.”
This recall follows previous incidents in the year involving pet food products that were recalled due to possible salmonella contamination. Pet owners are urged to check their supplies and report any concerns to the appropriate authorities.
