W.Va. officials warn of pet treat recall

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CHARLESTON (WVVA) - The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is warning pet owners of a recall on a variety of pet treats made by Kasel Associates, due to the possibility of salmonella contamination.

The recalled treats are sold at stores including Target, Petco, Costco and Sam's Club.

The treats were manufactured from April 10 - Sept. 19 in 2012. Anyone who may have any of these products are advised to dispose of them in a way that prevents people and animals from coming into contact with them.

Following is the full release from the WVDA:

A variety of pet treats sold in Target, Petco, Sam's Club and Costco stores, among others, have been recalled by their manufacturer, Kasel Associates, on the possibility the products are contaminated with Salmonella.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) noted that this recall is not related to its ongoing investigation of jerky pet treats made in China and that consumers should not ignore this warning. These products were all manufactured at Kasel's plant in Denver, Colo., from April 10, 2012 through September 19, 2012.

"I love my pets and I understand the importance animals have to the lives of their owners," said Commissioner of Agriculture Walt Helmick. "I urge everyone who has pets to check and see if they have any of these products. They have the potential to cause serious illness."

The recall was initiated after the Colorado Department of Agriculture tested a retail sample and found it to be positive for Salmonella. FDA's follow-up inspection at the firm found that all of the finished pet treat product samples and 48 out of 87 environmental samples tested positive. More than 10 different species of Salmonella were found in the firm's products and manufacturing facility, indicating multiple sources of contamination.

Because of the multiple positive tests for Salmonella and the production practices and conditions observed at the facility during the inspection, FDA believes that there is a reasonable probability that pet treat products manufactured in the facility from April 20, 2012 through September 19, 2012, are contaminated with Salmonella.

While there are no reports of human illness, FDA has received a small number of complaints of illness in dogs who were exposed to the treats.

Consumers who have any of these products, or who are unsure of the manufacturing date of their pet treats, should dispose of them in ways that prevents people and animals from coming into contact with them.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, lethargy, decreased appetite and fever.

Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart), arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms.

The elderly, infants and those with impaired immune systems – both human and animal – are more likely to become severely ill from Salmonella infection. The bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in these vulnerable populations. Most healthy individuals recover from Salmonella infections within four to seven days without treatment.

Infected, but otherwise healthy pets, can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed any of the affected product or is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Consumers who have purchased any of the below listed products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at 800-218-4417 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. MDT.

Products subject to the recall include:

Product Name	Distributors	Lot/Best By Date	UPC
12 PK Natural Pig Ears	Petco	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	800443092910
12 PK Smoked Pig Ears	Petco	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	800443092927
16 oz Chicken Chips	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263800291
16 oz Chicken Jerky	Petco, Kasel, Menards	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263800291
16 oz Pork Jerky	Petco, Kasel, Menards	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263700157
16 oz Salmon Jerky	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263900151
25 PK Natural Pig Ears	Petco	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	800443092903
4 oz Beef Jerky	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263801175
4 oz Chicken Jerky	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263800178
4 oz Lamb Jerky	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263510176
4 oz Salmon Jerky	Petco, Kasel	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	647263900175
7 PK Natural Pig Ears	Petco	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	800443092934
7 PK Smoked Pig Ears	Petco	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	800443092941
BIXBI Hip And Joint Beef Liver Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018106
BIXBI Hip And Joint Chicken Breast Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018083
BIXBI Hip And Joint Lamb Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018120
BIXBI Hip And Joint Pork Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018144
BIXBI Skin & Coat Beef Liver Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018021
BIXBI Skin & Coat Chicken Breast Jerky Treats 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018007
BIXBI Skin & Coat Lamb Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018045
BIXBI Skin & Coat Pork Jerky 5oz	BIXBI	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	091037018069
Boots & Barkley Assorted Natural Parts 32oz	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	490830400086
Boots & Barkley Beef Bully Stick 12"	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043165
Boots & Barkley Beef Bully Sticks 6ct	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	647263899189
Boots & Barkley Beef Knuckle	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	647263899172
Boots & Barkley Beef Ribs 2ct	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	647263899196
Boots & Barkley Braided Bully Stick 5"	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043110
Boots & Barkley Chicken Jerky 16oz	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043325
Boots & Barkley Chicken Jerky 8oz	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043400
Boots & Barkley Chicken Stuffed Beef Femur Bone 6"	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043202
Boots & Barkley Flossie 6-8"	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239043103
Boots & Barkley Pig Ear Strips 8oz	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239403440
Boots & Barkley Pig Ears 12ct	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	647263899158
Boots & Barkley Pork Femur	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	647263899165
Boots & Barkley Smoked Beef Femur Bone 3"	Target	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN	085239403495
K9 Chicken Breath Fresh Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507117
K9 Chicken Breath Fresh Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507100
K9 Chicken Calming Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507094
K9 Chicken Calming Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507087
K9 Chicken Coat Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507070
K9 Chicken Coat Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507063
K9 Chicken Digestive Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507155
K9 Chicken Digestive Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507148
K9 Chicken Healthy Weight Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507179
K9 Chicken Healthy Weight Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507162
K9 Chicken Jerky 16oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507032
K9 Chicken Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507018
K9 Chicken Jerky 8oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507025
K9 Chicken Joint Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507056
K9 Chicken Joint Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507049
K9 Chicken Senior Jerky 15oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507131
K9 Chicken Senior Jerky 5oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125507124
K9 Hip & Joint Chicken Strips 8oz	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	669125990445
Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 2.5lbs	Sam's Club	04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN	647263800208
Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 3lbs	Costco	04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN	647263800215
Nutri-Pet 16oz Natural Filet Strips	Nutri-Vet	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	76-0081
Roasted Pig Ear Dog Treats 28oz	Sam's Club	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	681131857246
TDBBS, Inc Beef Lobster Tails 1ct	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Bulk
TDBBS, Inc Buffalo Hearts Sliced 3 lbs	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Bulk
TDBBS, Inc Chicken Jerky 16oz	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown
TDBBS, Inc Hearts of Lamb 4oz	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown
TDBBS, Inc Knee Caps 25 Ct	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Bulk
TDBBS, Inc Lamb Jerky 4oz	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown
TDBBS, Inc Pig Snouts 25ct	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Bulk
TDBBS, Inc Pork Jerky Strips 16oz	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown
TDBBS, Inc Turkey Cubes 4.5oz	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown
TDBBS, Inc Turkey Jerkey Sticks 6ct	TDBBS, Inc/Best Bully Sticks	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN	Unknown

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