Milo’s Kitchen dog treats recalled
The J.M. Smucker Company is voluntarily recalling specific lots of two varieties of Milo’s Kitchen dog treats due to possible elevated levels of beef thyroid hormone, according to a Department of Defense All Food and Drug Activity message sent March 23.
The Defense Commissary Agency has publicized this recall to all its stores, said Christopher Wicker, a public health advisor for DeCA headquarters at Fort Lee, Virginia. Whenever a commissary has a recalled or withdrawn product in its inventory, the product is immediately removed from store shelves.
The following products are affected by this recall:
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Milo’s Kitchen Steak Grillers / Steak Grillers Recipe with Angus Steak:
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10 ounce bag: UPC 0 7910052776 2 with “best if used by” date of April 26, 2019
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18 ounce bag: UPC 0 7910051822 7 with “best if used by” date of Nov. 15, 2018
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18 ounce bag: UPC 0 7910051822 7 with “best if used by” date of April 26, 2019
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22 ounce bag: UPC 0 7910051823 4 with “best if used by” date of April 26, 2019
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Milo’s Kitchen Grilled Burger Bites with Sweet Potato and Bacon, 15 ounce bag: UPC 0 7910052126 5 with “best if used by” date of Nov. 19, 2018
There have been 3 reported illnesses to date. No other Milo’s Kitchen dog treats or J.M. Smucker Company products are affected by this recall.
Dogs consuming high levels of beef thyroid hormone may exhibit symptoms such as increased thirst and urination, weight loss, increased heart rate and restlessness. These symptoms may resolve when the consumption of these levels is discontinued. However, with prolonged consumption these symptoms may increase in severity and may include vomiting, diarrhea, and rapid or labored breathing. Should these symptoms occur, contact the veterinarian immediately.
Customers should return the product to the commissary of purchase for a full refund.
Questions about this recall can be directed to J.M. Smucker Company at (888) 569-6767, Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EDT