Proctor and Gamble announced that several containers of Iams and Eukanuba dry pet food circulated nationwide could be contaminated with Salmonella according to the United States Food and Drug Administration.
"The affected product was distributed to select retailers across the United States," the Food and Drug Administration Recalls website said. "These products were made during a 10-day window at a single manufacturing site. P&G's routine testing determined that some products made during this timeframe have the potential for Salmonella contamination ... No other dry dog food, dry cat food, dog or cat canned wet food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement."
According to the FDA, the items have "Best by" dates between Nov. 6, 2014, and Nov. 14, 2014.
Pet owners with the items in questions are advised to discard them and contact Proctor and Gamble at 800-208-0172, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
People can also visit the Iams or the Eukanuba websites. Those who need more detail about "specific lot numbers," and UPC codes can log onto the FDA's recall website for the information.
According to the FDA's website, animals are affected by salmonella the same way humans who come into contact with contaminated food products or surfaces. Pets may become lethargic, have diarrhea, fever, vomiting, a decreased appetite, and abdominal pain the administration reported. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain.
There are some cases in which the disease can lead to more serious complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms according to the FDA website. Infected pets can infect other animals or humans the administration reported.
The administration advises people or animals showing any symptons contact their healthcare providers.
