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Dog Treat Recall: Salmonella Fears Grip Pet Owners
25 Feb
Summary
- Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs recalled due to Salmonella risk.
- Lot number 24045, expiring April 2027, is affected by the recall.
- Product distributed to feed stores in five southern U.S. states.
Elite Treats LLC, based in Boca Raton, Florida, has voluntarily recalled a specific lot of its "Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs." This action was taken because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious illness in both pets and humans.
The recall specifically targets 6-ounce bags marked with lot number 24045 and an expiration date of April 2027. These bags were distributed to feed stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina via Florida Hardware, LLC.
The company initiated the recall after a third-party laboratory detected contamination in a related lot. While no illnesses have been reported to date, Salmonella infections can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps in people, and lethargy, vomiting, and appetite loss in pets.
Consumers who purchased the recalled product are urged to stop using it immediately and dispose of it safely, ensuring it is inaccessible to children, pets, and wildlife. The company is offering refunds or replacement products. Thorough handwashing and sanitization of pet food areas are also recommended.
