Nutrisca of Saint Louis, Missouri, has voluntarily recalled its Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpea Dry Dog Food formula due to it containing elevated levels of vitamin D. Nutrisca became aware of the issue after receiving complaints from three pet owners of vitamin D toxicity after their pets consumed the product. An investigation revealed a formulation error led to the elevated vitamin D in the product.
Dogs that have ingested too much vitamin D may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D when consumed at very high levels can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction.
Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpea Dry Dog Food was distributed to retail stores nationwide. Consumers who have purchased this product should check their bags for the UPC and Best Buy Date below to determine if the product they have is affected by this recall. If it is, they should immediately dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with dogs who have consumed the recalled product and are exhibiting symptoms should contact their veterinarian.
Product |
Size | UPC |
Best By Date |
Nutrisca Chicken & Chickpea Dry Dog Food |
4 lbs. |
8-84244-12495-7 | February 25, 2020 through September 13, 2020 |
15 lbs. |
8-84244-12795-8 |
||
28 lbs. |
8-84244-12895-5 |
Consumers with questions may contact Nutrisca at (888) 279-9420 from 8 AM to 5 PM Central Standard time, Monday through Friday, or by email at consumerservices@nutrisca.com for more information.
No other Nutrisca® products, including Nutrisca® Chicken & Chickpea wet dog foods are impacted. All other Nutrisca® dog and cat food products are safe to feed to pets.
Click here to read the full FDA recall alert.