Premium Nutritional Products Inc. is recalling several formulas of its ZuPreem line of bird food due to calcium levels higher than the recommended amount, which can pose a health threat to birds.
The recalled bird food products include ZuPreem Medium/Large and Large FruitBlend With Natural Fruit Flavors. The affected products have an expiration date of November 13, 2013, or November 2013, and are marked with lot numbers 598405052 or 598405072.
Recalled ZuPreem products
| SKU | Net Weight | Description | UPC | Use By | Lot Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83020 | 2 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for medium/large birds | 762177830209 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405052 |
| 83030 | 3.5 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for medium/large birds | 762177830308 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405052 |
| 83120 | 12 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for medium/large birds | 762177831206 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405052 |
| 83170 | 17.5 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for medium/large birds | 762177831701 | Best By 11/13 | 598405052 |
| 83350 | 35 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for medium/large birds | 762177833507 | Best By 11/13 | 598405052 |
| 84020 | 2 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for large birds | 762177840208 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405072 |
| 84030 | 3.5 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for large birds | 762177840307 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405072 |
| 84120 | 12 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for large birds | 762177841205 | Use By 11/30/13 | 598405072 |
| 84170 | 17.5 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for large birds | 762117841700 | Best By 11/13 | 598405072 |
| 84350 | 35 lbs. | ZuPreem FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors Premium Daily Bird Food for large birds | 762177843506 | Best By 11/13 | 598405072 |
The health risk
Excessive calcium intake can make birds sick and, in some cases, may be fatal.
Symptoms include decreased activity level, decreased appetite, increased water consumption and loose or watery droppings. If owners notice any of these symptoms, they should immediately contact their veterinarian.
Bird owners should monitor the health of their birds and notify their veterinarian if they notice any unusual symptoms. They should also discard any unused product and return the packaging to the place of purchase for a replacement or full refund.
What to do
To register your product with the voluntary recall, please fill out a form section on the manufacturer’s website.
Additionally, consumers may contact the ZuPreem Customer Service line at 1-800-345-4767 where company representatives are responding to inquiries regarding any issues relevant to this voluntary recall.
Poisoned Pets recommends
1. To save the package of the pet product in case there is a problem.
2. If pet parents notice any symptoms, they should immediately contact their veterinarian.
3. Report the adverse event to the FDA. For more information on how and where to report a problem refer to Poisoned Pets Complete Guide to Making a Pet Food Complaint
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Source: ZuPreem: Update on Voluntary Product Recall of two lots of FruitBlend™ With Natural Fruit Flavors
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