The Kroger Co. has announced the recall of 10 packages of pet food because the products may contain the fungus aflatoxin, which could cause health risks to pets.
Aflatoxin is a naturally-occurring toxic chemical by-product from the growth of the fungus aspergillus flavus, which can be found on corn and other crops.
Pet owners are asks to consult their veterinarian immediately if their pet shows any symptoms of illness. Symptoms can include sluggishness or lethargy combined with a reluctance to eat, a yellowish tint to the eyes and/or gums and severe or bloody diarrhea.
The products are sold in Kroger stores throughout the United States, including stores in the Bellaire area.
The following products are included in the recall:
• Pet Pride Cat Food sold in 3.5 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111088128
• Pet Pride Cat Food sold in 18 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111071357
• Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry & Seafood Cat Food sold in 3.5 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111088152
• Pet Pride Tasty Blend Poultry & Seafood Cat Food sold in 18 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111074580
• Pet Pride Kitten Formula Food sold in 3.5 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111071903
• Old Yeller Chunk Dog Food sold in 22 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111074566
• Old Yeller Chunk Dog Food sold in 50 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111074563
• Kroger Value Cat Food sold in 3 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111000018
• Kroger Value Chunk Dog Food sold in 15 lb. packages with a sell by date of OCT 23 11 DP and OCT 24 11 DP under the following UPC code: 1111071559
Customers who purchased any of the products should not use it and can return it to a Kroger store for a full refund or replacement.
The company is alerting customers of the recall with its customer recall notification system, register receipt tape messages and automated phone calls.
Consumers with questions can contact Kroger toll free at 1-800-632-6900 or visit www.kroger.com/recalls.
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