Recall for Merrick Dog Treats

In December 2009, the U.S Food and Drug Administration conducted a routine test on several Dog Food products and especially with Dog Treats and find out the positive result of Salmonella and the following inspection also found out that there are deficiencies in packaging and manufacturing. Though there has been no report of illness associated with it, FDA suggest about not using these product until the latest products are distributed in the market.

Salmonella is that product that is effective to both human and animals. People who handle dry pet treats can be exposed to this salmonella if they do not wash their hands thoroughly after contacting with these products or any other substances that are constantly exposed to these products. It will be better if you dispose them in the safe place securing them in a covered trash.

Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea and fever are some of the symptoms that the people infected with salmonella could experience. This can also results in serious ailments including infections in arteries, endocarditis, arthritis, irritation in eyes, urinary tracts and also muscle pain. So the people who are exhibiting the signs of these symptoms immediately have to visit their health care giver.

Dogs that are infected with salmonella might be lethargic and might have bloody diarrhea, vomiting and fever. Many of the pet may also experience decreased appetite, abdominal pain and fever. The pet that are infected but healthy can carry these infections to other animal and humans. So if any of your pets have consumed the products containing salmonella and exhibiting those symptoms mentioned above, immediately contact the veterinarian for the health check up.

So while selecting the dog treat for your dog, consider checking the content of salmonella. If the dog food contains this item, then never urge to buy the product. Merrick dog Treats is that one food product that is always free of salmonella and it is the best product that you surely want to pick for your pet and for their health.