A large recall of dry pet food (croquettes) for cats and dogs is currently underway in France due to concerns over a potential salmonella outbreak.
The affected products, sold in various sizes and flavors, are available in several supermarkets, including Intermarché, Carrefour, Cora, and E.Leclerc. While most of the products are store-brands, some well-known brands such as ‘Ultra Premium Direct,’ ‘Orlando,’ and ‘Companino’ are also involved.
A comprehensive list of the affected items can be found on the official RappelConso product recall site.
Authorities are advising pet owners not to feed these products to their pets due to the salmonella risk. In most cases, customers can return the items to the store where they were purchased for a refund. The return deadline is the last week of February, though some products must be returned by January.
Detailed information for each supermarket and product can be found through the provided link.
The salmonella bacteria was discovered in a batch of raw materials used in the production of these pet foods, which led to the widespread recall. It remains unclear which specific products are fully affected.
Although salmonella infections are rare in pets, they can still be impacted. If your pet has consumed one of the recalled items and shows signs of fever, diarrhea, or vomiting, it is crucial to contact a veterinarian immediately.
Additionally, even if pets do not show symptoms, they can still spread the bacteria through their feces and saliva, potentially posing a risk to humans.
Salmonella has been a recurring cause for food recalls in France, including incidents earlier this year involving cheeses and sausages.
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