Acana Dog Food Recall 2012

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  • Where the information was posted online, I have provided a link. Other information was obtained as a result of email correspondence between eFoodAlert and the retailer.

    Multistate Outbreak of Human Salmonella Infantis Infections Linked to Dry Dog Food (posted May 3, 2012)

    – Read Additional Information for Pet Owners to learn the signs and symptoms of salmonellosis in dogs and cats, and to understand how to deal with possible Salmonella illness in your pet.

    Diamond (All package sizes and formulas; Best before dates between December 9, 2012, and April 7, 2013; Production codes have a number “2″ or “3″ in the 9th or 10th digit and the letter “X” in the 11th digit)

    Canidae Dog Dry Dog Food, All Life Stages (All packages sizes; Best before date between December 9, 2011, through January 31, 2012; Production code must have the number “3″ in the 9th or 10th digit and the letter “X” in the 11th digit)

    What dog food has been recalled 2020?

    Dog Food Recall 2020 — Full List

    Date Brand Name
    Nov. 13, 2020 Albright’s Raw Dog Food
    Oct. 8, 2020 Sunshine Mills
    Sept. 22, 2020 Billy+Margot
    Sept. 2, 2020 Family Pet

    FAQ

    Has there been a recall on Acana dog food?

    Has Acana Ever Been Recalled? No. There have never been any Acana pet food recalls, according to our research.

    Is there a lawsuit against Acana dog food?

    (Reuters) – The 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Tuesday treated Champion Petfoods to another win against plaintiffs who say it is falsely claiming that its premium Acana and Orijen dogfood brands are “Biologically Appropriate,” made with “Fresh Regional Ingredients,” and contain “Ingredients We Love from People …

    Did Acana change their formula?

    Champion’s new-and-improved ACANA Singles formulas will now include increased fresh meat proteins, from 60 to 65%, reduced legume ingredients by 50%, as well as replace peas with sweet potatoes and add taurine and B vitamins to support heart health.