Mars Petcare US, Inc., the maker of Pedigree dog food, has voluntarily recalled two lots of Pedigree Chopped Ground Dinner With Chicken & Duck High Protein canned dog food after the products were found to pose a risk of metal and plastic contamination.
The recall affects products distributed nationwide. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the affected lots were intended to be destroyed after failing the company’s quality standards but were instead diverted from a third-party facility and distributed to retailers.
No injuries or illnesses have been reported as of the recall announcement.
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Which Pedigree dog food is being recalled?
The recall applies only to the following products:
Pedigree Chopped Ground Dinner With Chicken & Duck High Protein
- 13.2-ounce cans
Affected lot numbers:
- 613C3KKCFC
- 613C1KKCFC
Dog owners should check the lot code and best-by date printed on the bottom of the can to determine whether their product is included in the recall.
No other Pedigree or Mars Petcare US, Inc. products are affected by the recall, according to the FDA.
Why was the dog food recalled?
According to the FDA, the affected cans may contain pieces of metal or plastic. If consumed, the foreign material could cause choking or injuries to a dog’s mouth, throat, stomach or intestines.
Pet owners whose dogs have eaten the recalled food should watch for signs such as:
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Difficulty swallowing
- Excessive drooling
- Lethargy
- Abdominal pain
Anyone who notices concerning symptoms should contact their veterinarian.
What should dog owners do?
Consumers should stop feeding the recalled product immediately.
Pedigree is offering refunds or replacements for affected products, and consumers with questions can contact the company using the information provided in the FDA recall notice.
