After the FDA advised Blue Buffalo of a consumer who reported hyperthyroidism in one dog, Blue Buffalo decided to recall the dog food in question because the product may contain elevated levels of beef thyroid hormones. The recalled product, Blue Buffalo’s Blue Wilderness Rocky Mountain Recipe Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs, was announced on Friday.
As with an almost identical recall issued on the same day, WellPet also recalled a product for the same reason: Elevated levels of thyroid hormone in dog food. As both foods are manufactured by the same third party, Simmons Pet Food a private-label and contract manufacturer, it was likely due to beef thyroid glands being included in both WellPet and Blue Buffalo’s formulas erroneously.
Dogs ingesting high levels of beef thyroid hormones may exhibit symptoms such as increased thirst and urination, weight loss, increased heart rate and restlessness. These symptoms may resolve when the use of the impacted food is discontinued. However, with prolonged consumption these symptoms may increase in severity and may include vomiting, diarrhea, and rapid or difficulty breathing. Should these symptoms occur, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Although the Blue Buffalo states they have not received any other reports of dogs exhibiting these symptoms from consuming this product, the FDA advised Blue Buffalo of a consumer who reported symptoms in one dog, who has now fully recovered. After working with the FDA, Blue Buffalo decided it would be prudent to recall the one production lot in question.
The voluntary recall is limited to one production lot of the following product:
| Product Name | UPC Code | Best Buy Date |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE Wilderness Rocky Mountain Recipe Red Meat Dinner Wet Food for Adult Dogs 12.5 oz can |
840243101153 | June 7, 2019 (found on the bottom of the can) |
Affected products were distributed nationally through pet specialty and on-line retailers.
If your pet has consumed the product listed above and has exhibited any of these symptoms, please discontinue feeding and contact your veterinarian. Consumers who have purchased the product subject to this recall should dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase for full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Blue Buffalo at 866-201-9072 from 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday, or by email at CustomerCare@bluebuffalo.com for more information.
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