New York pet owners should again check the labels on their animal’s food as almost 6,000 pounds of dog food has now been recalled for potential salmonella contamination.
North Carolina-based Blue Ridge Beef recalled their Natural Mix after samples of the product taken and tested by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and North Carolina Department of Agriculture Food and Drug Protection Laboratory returned a positive result for salmonella, according to an alert made by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Friday.
The same company recalled over 1,000 pounds of cat food last month for possible salmonella contamination.
Here’s what to know about the recall.
Which products have been recalled
Almost 6,000 pounds of Blue Ridge Beef’s “Natural Mix” has been recalled across eight states “due to a contamination of salmonella,” FDA said.
Two-pound logs of Blue Ridge Beef’s Natural Mix packaged in clear plastic with lot number N25/12/31 and UPC number 854298001054 have been recalled. The affected products were distributed between Jan. 3, 2025-Jan. 24, 2025 and sold primarily in retail stores throughout New York, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Tennessee and Rhode Island.
Blue Ridge Beef has not immediately responded to the USA TODAY Network’s request for comment.
Salmonella symptoms to look out for
If your pet has a salmonella infection, they may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting, according to the company’s notice, and some may only show signs of decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and is exhibiting these symptoms, it’s a good idea to contact your veterinarian.
Infected but otherwise healthy pets can also be carriers and infect other animals or humans. Most people infected with salmonella experience diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, the CDC said, with symptoms beginning six hours to six days after ingesting the bacteria.
And while most people recover without treatment after four to seven days, some people — such as children younger than five, adults 65 or older and people with weakened immune systems — may experience more severe illnesses that require medical treatment or hospitalization.
Recall: Cat food sold in NY stores recalled for possible salmonella contamination
What to do if you’ve purchased the recalled product
The company is urging those who have purchased the recalled product to return it to where they bought it from or destroy the product in a way that children, pets and wildlife can’t access. Be sure to also wash and sanitize any pet food bowls, cups and storage containers that may have come in contact with the affected product.
If you would like more information about the recall, you can contact Blue Ridge Beef at blueridgebeefnc@yahoo.com or by calling 704-873-2072.
Emily Barnes reports on consumer-related issues for the USA TODAY Network’s New York Connect Team, focusing on scam and recall-related topics. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @byemilybarnes. Get in touch at ebarnes@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Dog food sold in NY recalled for possible salmonella contamination
