There is yet another pet food recall. This time, the recall is accompanied with a salmonella warning:

“…Mars Petcare US Inc., a division of food company Mars Inc., perhaps best-known for its candy bars, is recalling 5-pound bags of Krasdale Gravy dry dog food with a best-by date of July 16 and 17, 2008, that were sold in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The company is also recalling 50-pound bags of Red Flannel Large Breed Adult Formula dry food, with a best-by date of July 12, 2008, that were sold in Pennsylvania.”

link: Dog food recalled for possible Salmonella

The symptoms of salmonella include diarrhea, vomiting and fever. The dog is in danger of losing too much fluids too quickly. The dehydration carries its own dangers. The dog should have immediate veterinary care.

Catherine Forsythe

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