Things that Make me Go Ew: Recall on Pig Ears

Posted by Kolchak on May 4, 2011.

THANK YOU to Silvie at Silvie on 4 for posting this recall notice. In case you haven’t seen it, here are the details!

 As you might recall, we were just barking yesterday about why we are not allowed pig ears at our house and this is one of the reasons. Felix got very ill after eating a contaminated pig ear – vomiting, *ahem* bathroom issues and eventually, he required IV fluids for severe dehydration. We never get pig’s ears – but there are chews we get. Here is our first post on our chews of choice!

Recall — Firm Press Release

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Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc. Recalls Pig Ears for Pet Treats Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk



Contact:
Company
217-465-4001

Media Contact
Dan Curry
312-970-1016

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 3, 2011 – Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc. of Paris, IL is recalling Pig Ears for Pet Treats because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling dry pet food and/or treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products.

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. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their health care providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
Pig Ears for Pet Treats was distributed via truck to distributors in the following states: Pennsylvania, Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois, Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Texas and Minnesota.

The product was distributed in 100 count cases packed in cardboard boxes shipped between Sept. 27-Oct. 6, 2010; Nov. 1-Nov. 29, 2010; and Jan. 3-Jan. 25, 2011.
One illness to a dog in Missouri has been reported to date.

The recall is a result of a reported illness by a dog in Missouri. Subsequently, the company has been working with the FDA to identify any products that might contain the bacteria and the company and the FDA is continuing the investigation to determine what caused the problem.
Consumers who have purchased Pig Ears for Pet Treats are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-217-465-4001.

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  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/14807798367609376220 Amber DaWeenie

    Mom won’t let us have pig ears either. Not even rawhide chewy things. :o (

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/17369189341017481001 browndogcbr

    Hi Y’all,This is one time that I’m happy to have food allergies. I won’t even miss those pig ears when they are taken away.Y’all come by now,Hawk aka BrownDog

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/06173252316434699745 Foley Monster and Pocket

    I don’t see the big deal here. Pigs don’t listen anyhow so why do we care if their ears are recalled.

  • http://www.blogger.com/profile/10504475675258871866 Benny and Lily

    Good infoBenny & Lily