Best Buy Bones Inc. is recalling dog chews because of Salmonella, which can pose a danger to pets and the people who handle the treats.
The Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites are packaged in one-pound bags and have an expiration date September 2027.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the affected products were distributed after Sept. 23 and sold in retail outlets across Wisconsin, with further distribution stemming from Minnesota.
For dogs, signs of infection can manifest as lethargy, fever, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea. Notably, some dogs may appear healthy yet can still transmit the bacteria to humans or other animals. Pet owners who observe these symptoms in their dogs are advised to reach out to their veterinarians promptly.
The specific recalled products can be identified by their UPC code 739598900750. They are sold in 16-ounce resealable plastic bags marked with a “Best by” date of September 2027 on the bottom tag. The lot numbers under recall are 19379, 19380, 19381 and 19382.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled Bully Bites are advised not to feed these treats to their pets. Instead, they should return the items to the place of purchase or safely dispose of them to prevent access by pets, children and other animals. Additionally, it is highly recommended that pet owners thoroughly wash their hands, feeding bowls, and food storage containers after handling the affected treats.
For further inquiries, consumers can contact Best Buy Bones at 810-687-2106.
About Salmonella infections
Human and animal food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria does not usually look, smell, or taste spoiled. Anyone can become sick with a Salmonella infection. Infants, children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness because their immune systems are fragile, according to the CDC.
Anyone who has handled any of the recalled dog treats and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctors about the possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria because special tests are necessary to diagnose salmonellosis. Salmonella infection symptoms can mimic other illnesses, frequently leading to misdiagnosis.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise, healthy adults are usually sick for four to seven days. In some cases, however, diarrhea may be so severe that patients require hospitalization.
Older adults, children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients, are more likely to develop a severe illness and serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions.
Some people get infected without getting sick or showing any symptoms. However, they may still spread the infections to others.
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