Dog Food Recalled Over Metal Contamination Fears

Mars Petcare US, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls 315 Bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food, 44 lb. Bag Size

Summary:

Company Announcement Date: May 17, 2024
FDA Publish Date: May 18, 2024
Product Type: Animal & Veterinary, Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement: Potential Presence of Loose Metal Pieces
Company Name: Mars Petcare US, Inc.
Brand Name: Pedigree
Product Description: Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food
Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food

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Company Announcement:

FRANKLIN, Tenn., (May 17, 2024) – Mars Petcare US is voluntarily recalling 315 bags of PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food in the 44 lb. bag size only, due to the potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag.

The affected products have a Best By Date of March 4, 2025 and Lot Code 410B2TXT02. This is a limited voluntary recall only affecting 315 bags of product that were sold by Walmart in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.

Product
44 lb. bag PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food

Best By Date
March 4, 2025

Lot Code
410B2TXT02

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The Best By Date and Lot Code can both be found on the bottom seal of the back of the bag.

The potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag could pose a health hazard to pets. If you believe your pet has consumed the affected product, you should monitor for unusual behavior and contact a veterinarian in the event of any concerns.

There have been no reports of pet injury or illness regarding the potentially impacted product. If you believe you have purchased this product, please stop using it. Contact Mars Petcare US consumer care to initiate a return or with any questions at 1-800-525-5273 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST) Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CST) Saturday and Sunday or visit https://www.pedigree.com/updateExternal Link Disclaimer.

No other PEDIGREE® or Mars Petcare US products are affected or being recalled. Mars Petcare US is working with Walmart in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas to ensure that the affected products are no longer sold and have been removed from inventory.

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About the PEDIGREE® Brand
The PEDIGREE Brand, proudly part of Mars, Incorporated, is the number one brand of dog food and treats in the world, feeding more dogs than any other brand. The PEDIGREE Brand offers a wide variety of products and formats for dogs at every life stage. The PEDIGREE Brand is built on an unwavering love for all dogs and a commitment to dog adoption. For more information, please visit www.Pedigree.comExternal Link Disclaimer.

 

For more information, see the read the full report on the US Food and Drug Administration site.