Latest Pet Treat Recall/Salmonella

[Blaze Diem]

http://edition.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/01/21/peanut.recall.treats/?imw=Y&iref=mpstoryemail
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PetSmart is recalling seven of its Grreat Choice dog biscuit products because they contain peanut products made by a company that has been linked to a salmonella outbreak in 43 states and Canada, the Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday.
Peanut butter and peanut paste processed in a Georgia plant have been linked to an outbreak of salmonella.

Dr. Stephen Sundlof, a veterinarian who is the director of the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, said that the risk to animals is minimal but that people who handle contaminated treats could come in contact with the salmonella bacteria.

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PetSmart said it "is not aware of any reported cases of illness related to these products" but has removed the products from the shelves as a precautionary measure.

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The Consumers Union, publisher of Consumer Reports, issued a news release calling for "President Obama to appoint a new FDA commissioner as soon as possible to address peanut butter contamination and a growing list of other food safety problems.
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Agreed that we need a NEW FDA Commissioner asap.

[midnight]

1. Agree-NEW FDA Commissioner asap

[BattyDem]

2. I switched my puppy to a homemade diet in November.

I even bake his treats. Several of my friends and family laughed and said I was crazy, but I'm so glad I made that decision. :-)

[Blaze Diem]

3. Great idea. I've always wanted to start a business making dog treats.

Maybe just because I would know what went in them.

Good for you to go the homemade route.
mmm..nothing better than a homemade doggie treat, fresh from the oven.
(if you're a doggie)