Dog, Cat Food Recalled In RI For Potential Salmonella Contamination

RHODE ISLAND — Mid America Pet Food has recalled batches of its dog and cat food, because the products may be contaminated with salmonella, the Rhode Island Department of Health said Friday.

State health officials said the recalled products were distributed under the brand names Victor Super Premium Dog Foods, Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food, and Member's Mark.

The recalled products have best by dates before Oct. 31, 2024. A full list of the recalled products is available online. If pet owners have products matching the following description and sell by date in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their dogs or cats and dispose of it immediately.

Health officials said salmonella can affect animals eating the food, and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet food, 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 the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. 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 health care provider.

Children, the elderly, and people with compromised immune systems may be at greater risk of salmonella infection.

As of Nov. 1, seven people reported salmonella infections, state health officials said.

Dogs with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some dogs will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy dogs can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your dog has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, health officials say to contact your veterinarian.

If pet parents have products matching the following description and sell by date in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their dogs and dispose of it immediately.

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