Recalled Treats Due to Salmonella Contamination

Eight In One, a division of United Pet Group Incorporated, announced a recall of all lots of Dingo Chick'n jerky treats for dogs, cats, and ferrets on April 2, 2007. 

The voluntary recall was due to concerns of Salmonella contamination. The products affected were sold at PetsMart, Target and similar retailers.

Included in this recall are Dingo CHICK'N JERKY 3.5 oz. and 8 oz. for dogs, Dingo Kitty CHICKEN JERKY 1.5 oz. for cats, and Dingo Ferret CHICKEN JERKY 1.5 oz for ferrets. If you have any of these treats, stop feeding them to your pets.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection may include: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea with or without blood, fever, abdominal pain, and/or lack of appetite. 

There is some concern that cross contamination may occur in people handling the treats.  Salmonella can potentially be transferred to people handling these pet treats, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Consumer can obtain information on receiving refunds by contacting the Eight In One consumer affairs department at 1-888-232-9889.

Click here to access the FDA site concerning the recall information.