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Popular dog food recalled nationwide may contain sharp metal fragments, FDA says
WCVB • • business
Key Points:
- Food recalls are common and often involve everyday staples like salads, deli meats, dairy, frozen foods, and snacks due to contamination risks such as bacteria, allergens, or foreign objects.
- Consumers are advised to stay informed about recalls by signing up for USDA and FDA alerts, using apps to track food at home, and setting Google alerts for favorite foods or allergens.
- In case of a recalled product, verify the specific item details against recall notices and discard the product if confirmed; monitor health symptoms if consumed and seek medical advice if necessary.
- Pedigree has recalled two lots of canned wet dog food nationwide due to possible contamination with sharp metal or plastic fragments, posing choking and internal injury risks to pets.
- The recalled Pedigree dog food was intended for destruction but was fraudulently diverted and sold through unauthorized channels; authorities are investigating, and consumers are urged to check labels and request replacements if they purchased affected products.
