Rachael Ray Nutrish wet cat food recalled

Ainsworth Pet Nutrition Voluntarily Recalls Five Nutrish® Wet Cat Food Varieties for Potentially Elevated Vitamin D Levels

Ainsworth Pet Nutrition of Meadville, PA, is voluntarily recalling five varieties of Rachael Ray™ Nutrish® wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious™, Lip Smackin’ Sardine ‘n Mackerel™, Ocean Fish & Chicken Catch-iatore™, Tuna Purrfection™ and certain lot codes of Paw Lickin’ Chicken & Liver™ due to potentially elevated levels of Vitamin D. Symptoms of excessive Vitamin D consumption usually develop within 12-36 hours after ingestion and may include vomiting or diarrhea, increased thirst and urination, and muscle tremors or seizures. Any cat experiencing these symptoms should be taken to a veterinarian immediately.

Two variety packs that contain some of these recalled products (the Chicken Lovers Variety Pack, and the Ocean Lovers Variety Pack) will also be recalled. The recalled products are distributed nationwide. No other Rachael Ray™ Nutrish® products are affected by this recall.
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Here is a FAQ from the company on the recall:

• What happened?

  Product testing detected the possibility of elevated levels of Vitamin D in certain wet cat food varieties. The cause of these levels in these formulas is related to the use of certain fish ingredients that naturally contain high levels of Vitamin D.

• What type of recall is this?

  This is a Class I recall.

• What does a Class I recall mean?

  Although illnesses reported to date have involved vomiting and diarrhea, Class I recall indicates that there is “reasonable probability” that use of the product could cause serious health consequences.

• Are you working with the FDA on this situation?

  The FDA has been involved in the investigation, and we will continue to work with them to ensure all necessary requirements for a Class I recall are met.

• What is the issue?

  After conducting a number of product tests, Ainsworth confirmed that the affected products have elevated levels of Vitamin D. The high levels result from the natural levels of Vitamin D that are found in some of the fish ingredients that were used in these specific formulas.

• Was it limited to a specific lot or batch?

  This recall applies to five varieties of Rachael Ray^™ Nutrish^® wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious, Lip Smackin’ Sardine ‘n Mackerel, Ocean Fish & Chicken Catch-iatore, Tuna Purrfection, and certain lot codes of Paw Lickin’ Chicken & Liver due to elevated levels of Vitamin D, as well as two variety packs that contain some of the varieties (the Chicken Lovers Variety Pack, and the Ocean Lovers Variety Pack). No other Rachael Ray^™ Nutrish^® products are affected.

• What products are being recalled?

  Please see number 6.

• What is wrong with these products?

  The five affected varieties of Rachael Ray^™ Nutrish^® wet cat food may contain elevated levels of Vitamin D.

• What steps are you taking to remove the affected products?

  We are working with a leading recall firm to remove all affected products from store shelves and out of distribution centers. If you are a retailer and have one of the affected products, please contact 888-943-4218 for additional information. Consumers are encouraged to call 877-650-3486 for more information or to obtain a reimbursement.

• What are you doing to prevent this incident from occurring again?

  We’ve put an improved protocol in place to prevent this from happening again, highlighted by elevated approval processes and even more robust nutrient testing. You can get more information by calling 877-650-3486. Nothing is more important to us than the safety of the pet food and treats we make.

• How do you know for sure none of the other formulas are affected?

  The fish ingredients with high Vitamin D levels are not included in any other formulas.

• Does the Zero Grain Whitefish dry cat food have the same issue?

  No. Dry cat food products are not affected by this recall. In fact, no other Rachael Ray^™ Nutrish^® products are affected by this recall.

• What should I do if I have recalled products?

  Please do not feed these products to your cat. Safely dispose of the products and either call 877-650-3486 or visit www.nutrishforpets.com/news for information.

• Can I get a reimbursement?

  Consumers with questions about the recall are encouraged to contact Ainsworth’s Consumer Care Team at 877-650-3486.

• How will I be reimbursed for my recalled products?

  Consumers with questions about the recall are encouraged to contact Ainsworth’s Consumer Care Team at 877-650-3486.

• My cat eats Rachael Ray^™ Nutrish^® products. Should I take them to the veterinarian?

  If your cat has eaten one of the five wet cat food products affected by the voluntary recall and is exhibiting symptoms, you should take your cat to your veterinarian. As a reminder, symptoms of high Vitamin D levels may include vomiting or diarrhea, increased thirst and urination, and muscle tremors or seizures.

  Please contact Ainsworth’s Consumer Care Team at 877-650-3486 for more information regarding symptoms and illnesses.

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