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Kasel Industries, the manufacturer of Boots and Barkley Bully Stick treats sold at Target stores nationwide, has issued a voluntary recall of certain packages of the popular dog treats due to possible salmonella contamination.
The FDA has issued the following press release:
Kasel Associated Industries Recalls Boots & Barkley American Beef
Bully sticks Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Contact
Consumer:
1-800-218-4417
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 21, 2012 – Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling its BOOTS & BARKLEY 6 COUNT 5 INCH AMERICAN BEEF BULLY STICKS product because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can sicken animals that eat these products and humans are at risk for salmonella poisoning from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the pet products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these symptoms after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has any of these signs, please contact your veterinarian.
The recalled American Beef Bully Sticks were distributed nationwide through Target retail stores from April through September 2012.
The product comes in a clear plastic bag containing 6 bully sticks marked with bar code number 647263899189. Kasel Industries is recalling all lot numbers because the following lot codes tested positive through analysis by the State of Colorado Department of Agriculture:
BESTBY20APR2014DEN, BESTBY01JUN2014DEN, BESTBY23JUN2014DEN, and BESTBY23SEP2014DEN.
No illnesses have been reported to date in animals or humans in connection with this problem.
The recall was the result of a routine sampling by the State of Colorado Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished products contained the Salmonella bacteria. The company has ceased the production and distribution of the product while FDA and the company continue investigating as to the source of the contamination. No other products made by Kasel Associated Industries are included in the recall.
Consumers who have purchased the 6 count 5 inch packages of Boots & Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at 1-800-218-4417 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.
If you have purchased these treats, please return to the place of purchase for a full refund. And, carefully watch your pet for any symptoms of salmonella poisoning.
Wtf!!! Are these people trying To kill our Dogs!! Just about everything is recalled!! What’s left!! This is getting out of hand!!! Why isn’t these products getting checked before putting it on shelves in stores??? I want answers!! I don’t have $$ constantly be running to the vet,, every time i think i bought my sw
eet dog her treats!! Do i have to worry every time i want to buy treats!! What’s next?? Ughh! I’m soo disgusted with these companies!! Something has to be done!! My dog is my life!! If anything happens to her because of these people’s ignorance, hells gonna pay!!!
i called target corp and inquired about their dog treats last year and specifically asked about this product. they assured me that all of their treats were checked strenuosly even those made in china. last week i bought 4 packages of these bully sticks and i only have one stick left. i have already thrown the empty bags away. the one bag hs a use by date of sept,13, 2014. i knew i should have baked my own doggie treats. now i got to watch my pets closely to make sure they dont die. smh.
What the H is going on , we can.t even give the dogs treats anymore , and what is the FDA doing about the treats?