Answers Pet Food issued a voluntary recall on September 22nd, 2024, and the FDA announced it the following day. Certain samples of the company's dog food tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. Any pet parents who feed their dog Answers should double check their food packaging.
Which Products Were Recalled?
All the affected products were sold in 4-pound half-gallon cartons. If you have food of that type, check the product details to see if it's one of the following:
ANSWERS Pet Food Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs
Expiration Date: MAY 06, 2026
Product Code: 856554002102
ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Beef Formula for Dogs
Expiration Date: JAN 31, 2026
Product Code: 856554002072
ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs
Expiration Date: JAN 02, 2026, MAR 11, 2026
Product Code: 856554002065
No other products are currently affected by this recall. The affected products were sold across the United States to retail stores and through online sales. Answers has notified distributors, retail stores, and the general public about this recall to ensure customers are aware.
Luckily, there are currently no reported illnesses related to this recall.
The Dangers of Salmonella and Listeria
Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes can harm both humans and animals. Symptoms are usually worse in humans, and pets not showing symptoms could still pass the bacteria to humans and other animals. Thus, it's crucial to make sure you're not serving recalled food to your pet.
Pets with Salmonella may experience lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and a decreased appetite. Infected humans could experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. In extreme cases, it could lead to more serious health concerns in humans, such as muscle pain, eye irritation, urinary tract issues, arthritis, and arterial infections.
Pets with Listeria monocytogenes may experience minor symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea. Infected humans may experience fever, headache, muscle pain, stiffness, nausea, diarrhea, and confusion. It's most dangerous for kids, pregnant people, elderly people, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
If you or your pet is showing unusual symptoms after coming into contact with the recalled food, it's best to contact a medical professional right away.
What to Do with the Recalled Products
If you have the recalled food, dispose of it in a way that children, pets, and wildlife can't access it. It's safest to handle the food while wearing gloves. Sanitize anything that came into contact with the food, such as bowls, counters, measuring cups, and storage containers.
To get a refund for these products, take a photo of the receipt and product packaging if possible. Send that information, along with where you purchased it from, to info@answerspetfood.com. You can also send an email with additional questions related to this recall.
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