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Pedigree dog food recalled over metal and plastic contamination risk
Fox Business • • business
Key Points:
- Mars Petcare US voluntarily recalled two lots of Pedigree High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck Flavor dog food due to potential contamination with metal and plastic foreign materials.
- The affected products, identified by lot codes 613C3KKCFC and 613C1KKCFC, were originally sent for destruction but were fraudulently diverted and sold in the U.S. market.
- The presence of sharp objects in the cans poses risks such as choking, lacerations, or gastrointestinal blockages for dogs.
- Consumers who purchased the recalled dog food are advised not to feed it to their pets and to contact Pedigree for a replacement, while those concerned about their pets' health should consult a veterinarian.
- Mars Petcare reported no illnesses or injuries linked to the recalled products at this time.
