Allprovide Pet Foods LLC is recalling approximately 1,500 pounds of its chicken-based frozen dog food due to potential plastic contamination. The specific product affected is the "AllProvide Holistic Pet Food Gently Cooked Chicken Recipe For Dogs." The recalled items are packaged in 16-ounce frozen, vacuum-sealed containers with the UPC 859125005809 and include lot codes 048-01 and 048-2 through 048-14. These products were distributed nationwide.
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While no injuries have been reported, the presence of plastic in pet food raises safety concerns, as small fragments can cause choking hazards or internal injuries in dogs. The company has not disclosed how the contamination occurred, but regulators have referred to it as "potential foreign material (plastic) contamination," indicating that these substances may have entered the food during processing or packaging.
Due to the product being sold frozen and stored in home freezers, it is crucial for dog owners to check their freezers carefully before use. Consumers who have purchased the recalled product should refrain from feeding it to their pets and isolate it immediately to avoid accidental use. Keeping the original packaging can assist in confirming whether it belongs to the recall.
Recalled products may be disposed of following local waste guidelines, or consumers can check for instructions from the manufacturer or retailer regarding refunds or replacements. This incident underlines the importance of being vigilant about FDA pet food safety notices, as awareness can prevent potential exposure to contaminants.