Recalls
FDA expands recall of foods containing excess levels of vitamin D
Eight companies now affected; common manufacturer cited as potential source of formulation error.
Dog foods recalled for excess vitamin D
Two companies have voluntarily recalled certain lots of dry dog food after reports of pets becoming ill because of an excess of the vitamin.
FDA alerts veterinarians, pet owners about neurologic risks associated with isoxazolines
Newest class of flea and tick preventive generates reports of muscle tremors, ataxia, seizures; agency says products still safe for majority of animals.
FDA warns against using products made by King Bio
High levels of microbial contamination have rendered the product unsafe.
FDA warns veterinarians against Ranier's Compounding Laboratory
Products cannot be guaranteed sterile; company has failed to issue voluntary recall.
Euthanasia solution found in Smucker dog foods; manufacturer identifies source
Low levels of pentobarbital discovered in Gravy Train, Kibbles 'N Bits and other brands; company traces problem to beef fat.
Injectable drugs recalled due to potential microbial contamination
SCA Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling products, mainly analgesics, that were distributed to both veterinary and human hospitals.
Multiple brands of rawhide chew recalled because of possible chemical contamination
United Pet Group says rawhide treats with American Beefhide, Digest-eeze and Healthy Hide branding may contain antimicrobial cleaning agent.
15-mg phenobarbital tablets recalled; pills are actually 30 mg each
Labeling error leads to product withdrawal due to potential for patient harm.
UPDATE: Evangers, Against the Grain pet foods recalled due to pentobarbital adulteration
FDA advises against feeding certain varieties after samples from both brands were found to contain euthanasia drug.