Which Victor dog foods are recalled

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We all want the best for our dogs, and we know it can be difficult to select a formula for sporting dogs that will help them achieve peak performance and take care of their nutritional needs.To help find the best match, our Senior Vice President of Nutrition and Supply Chain, Michael Keith, is answering common nutrition questions we get from sporting dog owners in Gun Dog Magazines article, Top 5 Questions Gun Dog Owners Should be Asking for Choosing the Proper Dog Food, you can read the article below.

Gun Dog: What Should We Feed our Sporting Dogs for Optimal Performance?

Michael Keith (Senior Vice President of Nutrition and Supply Chain, VICTOR Super Premium Pet Food):

While it would be nice, there is no one-size-fits-all solution for the best formula to feed a hunting dog. Much like humans, each dog has a unique metabolism and energy need; however, we do know that active hunting and sporting dogs perform best when eating a high-fat, high-protein diet.

When selecting a kibble for your gun dog, remember that protein and fat percentages are important, but dont get caught up in the numbers. A good place to start is looking at brands that use high-quality ingredients and then search for a formula that will deliver, at a minimum, 28 percent protein and 20 percent fat, to meet the caloric requirements of your active sporting dog.

The key to feeding for performance is making sure your dog is getting the calories they need. Again, theres no universal answer, but a solid reference is (based on a 50-lb. dog): 1,450 calories for a non-active dog, 1,800 calories for a dog with moderate exercise, and 2,200+ calories to support a hard day of hunting.

Created specifically for the nutritional needs of hunting and working dogs, VICTORs Realtree MAX-5 PRO formula delivers on the desirable 30/20 protein to fat breakdown, but if your hunting dog needs more calories then look into our EDGE ENERGY formula, which is our most calorie-dense formula, at 28/22 protein to fat.

Use the eye test to make sure youre feeding your dog the right number of calories. Do they look physically healthy? If theyre starting to slim down or get too plump, that will signal that you need to change their caloric intake.

GD: How Often Should We Feed Our Dogs During Hunting Season?

MK:Research tells us that the answer for canine athletes is very similar to human athletes. It typically takes 10 to 12 hours for food to be completely digested, so if youre looking to go on a morning hunt, youll want to feed the night before to allow the nutrients to be absorbed appropriately.

Think about what it takes for you to perform at a high level. If you eat a very light dinner, then a large feast for breakfast right before jumping into a workout, you probably wont perform your best. The same goes for our dogs. To get their best performance we want to allow time for their bodies to accept the nutrients theyre getting from their food so it can be properly utilized.

GD: What Should We Look for in a Dog Food Brand Regarding Safety and Standards?

MK:The basics are important, you want to make sure the brand uses high-quality ingredients, is meeting the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) regulations, and offers quality food that will help your dog perform.

But, its important to dig a bit deeper into brands and find out more, like where the kibble is made, where the ingredients are sourced from and what kind of safety measures go into manufacturing the product. Ask how often their ingredients are tested and what kind of safety history the brands products have.

We share much of this information right on our website, and our customer service team is available by phone to answer your questions. Within a few clicks on our website, youll see that VICTOR proudly produces every bag of kibble in our own Texas-based facility using a majority of ingredients that come from ranches, farms, and other trusted suppliers who are within a days drive of our plant. We also proudly share that we regularly test our ingredients and finished products to ensure our food is continually meeting our own high standards.

The answers to these questions will help you understand if the values and strengths of the brand youre looking into align with what youre looking for in the nutrition thats fueling your sporting dog.

GD: Does Age Matter When Choosing a Dog Food?

MK:Yes. Puppies have specific nutritional needs, and similarly, older dogs have unique needs of their own.

When selecting a formula for a puppy, youll need to look for a puppy specific formula (sometimes referenced as a growth diet) or choose an all-life stage blend. Then, as your puppy grows, their needs will change, so at about six to 12 months if they were on a puppy food, youll need to transition them to an all-life stage formula.

Adult and senior dogs also have specific needs, like joint support. For adult hunting dogs that are highly active, youll want to look for a food with added glucosamine and chondroitin to help support their joints. Early inclusion of these supplements in their diet can help keep their joints healthy and prevent long term damage from hard days in the field, season after season.

Remember, when you transition your dog to a new food, even when its from the same brand, its important to do it over a period of time. We suggest taking one week to 10 days to make the switch. Youll want to gradually increase the amount of the new formula each day. Not taking the proper time to transition can cause digestive issues, and these issues can sometimes be interpreted as a problem with the new formula, when really your dog is simply reacting to the change in diet being made too abruptly.

GD: What Are Signs That I Might Not Be Feeding the Right Dog Food?

MK:What we see on the outside of our dogs is a good indicator for whats happening on the inside. If youre noticing things like a dull and flaky coat, digestive issues, lethargy, and weight problems (underweight or overweight), thats a strong signal theyre missing something in their nutrition.

Weight issues can often be controlled by changing the number of calories your dog is consuming. Keep in mind that its not necessary to change formulas during hunting season. You can feed the same formula all year, youll just need to adjust the amount youre feeding so it meets your dogs increased caloric needs during the hunting season.

There are a lot of options on the market, and it can be overwhelming to find the perfect food for your dog. If youre looking to find a new food for your gun dog, our customer service team is available to offer personalized recommendations based on your specific dog, their activity level, and other individual needs.

A version of this article first appeared in Gun Dog Magazine, you can see it here.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Dry Dog Food

Mid America Pet Food

• All dog and cat food
• Best by dates before 10/31/2024
• Brands include: Victor Super Premium Dog Foods, Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet food, Members Mark
• Multiple bag sizes including: 5 pound, 15 pound, 16 pound, 30 pound, 40 pound, and 50 pound
• See recall for more details

Victor brand Hi-Pro Plus dog food

• 5-pound bags with lot code 1000016385
• Best-by date 4/30/2024
• See recall for more details

Victor brand Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula

• 5 pound, 15 pound, and 40 pound bags
• Best-by date 6/12/2024
• Lot numbers 1000016890, 1000016891, 1000016892
• See recall for more details

6 infants sickened by salmonella outbreak linked to pet food, multiple brands recalled

Pet food made by Mid America Pet Food is being recalled after reports of illnesses linked to a salmonella outbreak.

The Food and Drug Administration and Center for Disease Control and Prevention issued the pet food recall on Nov. 9 and urged pet owners to throw away all recalled dog and cat food items on the list.

According to the recall notice, seven cases of illness across seven states have been reported. Six of those diagnosed are less than 1 year old and the outbreak has so far resulted in one hospitalization.

People in this outbreak got sick from touching recalled dog food, touching things like dog bowls that contained the dog food, or touching the poop or saliva of dogs that were fed the dog food, a statement on the CDCs page regarding the recall reads. Most of the sick people in this outbreak are infants.

It also issued guidelines for properly disposing of the products to avoid spreading the bacteria.

What dog food brands were recalled?

The brands listed by Mid America Pet Food are:

• Victor Super Premium Dog Food
• Wayne Feeds Dog Food
• Members Mark
• Victor Super Premium Cat Food
• Wayne Feeds Gold Cat Food

The list with UPC numbers can be seen in full here, but all of the products of both the cat and dog food products have best buy dates before Oct. 31, 2024.

What do I do if a product is recalled?

The CDC instructs cleaning all surfaces (including pet bowls) that might have come in contact with recalled food items. The agency also calls consumers to place recalled products into sealed trash bags and trash cans in order to protect wildlife.

Consumers with questions regarding the recall should contact Mid America Pet Food at 1-888-428-7544.

When should I worry about salmonella?

The CDC recommends contacting a healthcare provider in the case of severe salmonella symptoms displayed in children and adults.

Such symptoms include:

• Diarrhea with a fever greater than 102 degrees Fahrenheit
• Diarrhea for more than three days that does not go away
• Blood in diarrhea
• Vomiting to the point of not being able to keep in liquids
• Signs of dehydration such as dry mouth, dizziness, lack of urination

How can I treat my dog for salmonella?

The CDC underlines contacting your veterinary care provider if your pet has consumed recalled pet food and exhibits symptoms such as:

• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Fever
• Appetite
• Low activity level

Victor Super Premium dog and cat food

Lot code/Notes

Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas, is expanding its October 30, 2023, voluntary recall to include additional pet food products, with Best By Dates before 10/31/24, made at its Mount Pleasant facility, due to the products potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Voluntarily recalled brands produced at the Mount Pleasant facility include: Victor Super Premium Dog Foods, Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food, and some Members Mark varieties with Best By Dates before 10/31/24. Recalled products were distributed to distributors and retailers throughout the United States.

CDC reports that, as of November 1, 2023, seven people infected with the strain of Salmonella have been reported from seven states. Six of seven cases reported were in children one year of age or younger. Five of these cases reported exposure to dogs and three reported feeding Victor pet food to their pets. Illnesses started on dates ranging from January 14, 2023, to August 19, 2023 (see timeline). One person was hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported.

A retail sample of Victor brand Hi-Pro Plus dry dog food collected by the South Carolina State Department of Agriculture and analyzed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control matches the strain of Salmonella found in the seven ill people.

Click Additional Information below to see the full list of recalled dog and cat food and the lot numbers.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Summary

Company Announcement Date:

October 30, 2023

FDA Publish Date:

October 30, 2023

Product Type:

Animal & VeterinaryFood & Beverages

Reason for Announcement:

Recall Reason Description

Potential Salmonella contamination

Company Name:

Mid America Pet Food

Brand Name:

Product Description:

Product Description

Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula

Company Announcement

Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas, is voluntarily recalling three lots of Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula produced at its Mount Pleasant, Texas production facility because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This voluntary recall was initiated after a third-party conducted random sampling and product associated with three lots tested positive for Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

No human or pet illnesses have been reported to date.

Products were distributed to various distributors and retailers in the United States. The affected product includes:

Lot code information is found on the back of the bag. Images of product are below.

No other products are included in this recall. This recall is separate from and unrelated to the Mid America Pet Food recall for Salmonella on September 3, 2023.

Retailers and distributors should immediately pull the recalled lots from their inventory and shelves. Do not sell or donate the recalled products.

Do not feed the recalled products to pets or any other animals. Destroy the food in a way that children, pets and wildlife cannot access. Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups and storage containers. Always ensure that you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that come in contact with recalled food.

Contact Mid America Pet Food Consumer Affairs at [email protected] or 1-888-428-7544 from 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday for additional information.

This is a voluntary recall being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:

Mid America Pet Food Consumer Affairs

1-888-428-7544

[email protected]

Media:

Tim Schramm

908-370-4771