What the Raw Single Dried Sardines Recall

Date: July 14, 2023

Recall Overview:

• Product: What the Raw Single Dried Sardines
• Issue: Potential Clostridium botulinum contamination
• Affected Lots:
  Lot No. 250402202223
  Lot No. 121110202122
  Lot No. 210510202324
  Lot No. 141228202223
  Lot No. 210620202324
  Best By Dates: 11/10/22, 04/02/23, 12/28/23, 05/10/23, 06/20/24

What Is Clostridium Botulinum:

Botulism has not been reported or observed in pet cats and has only been rarely reported in pet dogs. The signs of botulism in dogs are caused by muscle paralysis and include:

• Progressive paralysis – which leads to compromised or an inability to move properly
• Disturbed vision
• Difficulty or inability to eat/chew food
• Difficulty or inability to swallow
• Unexplained muscular weakness that keeps getting worse
• Breathing difficulties

Health Risks:

• Pets: Symptoms include progressive paralysis, disturbed vision, difficulty eating/chewing
  and breathing difficulties.
• Humans: Risk of infection through handling.

Actions:

• Stop Use: Discontinue feeding the recalled food.
• Disposal: Safely dispose of the product.
• Contact: Monitor pets for symptoms and consult a veterinarian.

Reporting pet food problems:

U.S. citizens can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in your area. Or go to the FDA’s “Report a Pet Food Complaint” page.

Canadians can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.