Purina expands its recall of dog food that can cause kidney problems and vomiting
Purina recalled two more lots of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental Friday because they might have elevated levels of Vitamin D.
The original recall was Feb. 8. Purina’s recall notice says its own investigation found a mistake from a supplier that caused the potential problem.
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“Vitamin D toxicity may include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, and excessive drooling to renal (kidney) dysfunction,” Purina states in the FDA-posted recall expansion notice.
This recall expansion covers lot Nos. 2213 1082 and 2214 1082, UPC code Nos. 38100 19190 (8-pound bags) and 38100 19192 (20-pound bags). The original recall covered lot Nos. Nos. 2249 1082; 2250 1082; 2276 1082; 2277 1082; 2290 1082; 2360 1082; and 2361 1082.
If you have food from these lots, do not feed them to your dog. Throw it out or return it for a full refund.
For a refund or questions about this recall, contact Purina by email or by calling 800-345-5678, Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Eastern time.
This story was originally published March 12, 2023 at 9:13 AM.
