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J.J. Fuds, Inc. Issues Recall of Pet Food Because of Possible Health Risk

J.J. Fuds in Valparaiso, IN is recalling a select lot and product of J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks Pet Food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Source: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jj-fuds-inc-issues-recall-of-pet-food-because-of-possible-health-risk-300024929.html

J.J. Fuds in Valparaiso, IN is recalling a select lot and product of J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks Pet Food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. Animals’ ill with Listeria will display symptoms similar to the ones listed above for humans. People who have concerns about whether their pet has Listeria should contact their veterinarian.

The recalled product was distributed regionally in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois to wholesale and retail customers. The product can be identified by the batch ID code (manufactured date) and UPC code printed on the back of the individual plastic bag or on the master case label. This product is a frozen raw poultry product (see Safe Handling Instructions on package) and has a shelf life of one year if kept frozen.

The recalled product is as follows:
J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends, Chicken Tender Chunks
All 5 lb. bags with:
Product UPC Number: 654592-345935
Manufacture/Lot Code Date: 5/5/14
The recall was a result of a routine sampling program by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development resulting in a positive test for Listeria monocytogenes. The company has not received any reports of dogs experiencing nausea and diarrhea that may be associated with these specific products. The company has received no reports of human illness as a result of these products.

J.J. Fuds, Inc. will immediately start working with distributors and retailers to properly dispose of any affected product left on freezer shelves. The company will also be working with distributors and retailers to recall this product from pet owners to ensure the proper disposal of any affected product that has been purchased.

J.J.Fuds is issuing this action out of an abundance of caution and sincerely regrets any inconvenience to pet owners as a result of this announcement.

The recalled product should not be sold or fed to pets. Pet owners who have the affected product at home should return to retailer for a refund and proper disposal.

For further information or questions regarding this recall, please contact us at jjfuds.com or by phone at 888-435-5873 Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM CST.

Contact:
Karl Gottschlich
(888) 432-5873

JJ Fuds Inc Front Label JJ Fuds Inc Case Label

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  1. Carol Halbert

    January 24, 2015 at 12:35 pm

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  3. Peter

    January 24, 2015 at 7:35 pm

    Simply put, Listeria monocytogenes can be present in pet foods manufactured with contaminated ingredients. As they are with allergens, dogs may vary in their sensitivity, but repeated exposure can be diagnosed as a “disease,” “Listeriosis” presents intially as flu-like symptoms, but as it advances progress to limb or facial paralysis, and brain swelling (meningitis). It needs early diagnosis, during which time, treatment with antibiotics and intravenous support may be successful… the infection can be fatal within days after exposure.

  4. Linda Leonard Hughes

    January 24, 2015 at 10:33 pm

    Real People Food for pets is the way to go! I have been feeding good home made meals for my two Cotons now for the past seven years and they are seven and nine years old and still love to play and run around in the snow! It is worth every bit of work to see them healthy and happy!! Susan keep up inventing your great dog dinners!!
    LLH

  5. BC

    January 25, 2015 at 8:32 pm

    As PetSsmart says “pets are family” – then only human grade/quality by suppliers to mfg… Is absolutely required since we prepare their food in our homes- in our kitchens- with family members exposed..

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