Merrick Pet Care Voluntarily Recalls Limited Amount of Good Buddy and Backcountry Treats Containing
Merrick Pet Care, of Amarillo, Texas, is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited amount of beef dog treat varieties due to the potential that they contain elevated levels of a naturally-occurring beef thyroid hormone.
Dogs consuming high levels of beef thyroid hormone may exhibit the following symptoms: increased thirst and urination, weight loss, increased heart rate and restlessness. These symptoms may resolve when consumption decreases. If a dog consumes high levels for a long period of time, these symptoms may increase in severity and may include vomiting, diarrhea and rapid or labored breathing. If your pet has consumed the product listed and has exhibited any of these symptoms, please discontinue feeding and contact your veterinarian.
The voluntary recall covers only specific production codes of the following beef treat products:
Castor & Pollux Good Buddy Prime Patties Real Beef Recipe 4 oz.
Castor & Pollux Good Buddy Sausage Cuts Real Beef Recipe 5 oz.
Merrick Backcountry Great Plains Real Beef Jerky 4.5 oz.
Merrick Backcountry Great Plains Real Beef Sausage Cuts 5 oz.
Merrick Backcountry Great Plains Real Steak Patties 4 oz.
The voluntary recall is limited to the production codes listed below. To locate the production code, consumers should look on the lower back of the treat bag. No other production codes, sizes or varieties of these products are affected.
https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm608655.htm
