MADISON, WI — Fromm Family Foods has recalled more than 5,000 cases of wet canned dog food sold nationwide after the company said it received complaints about possible metal contamination. The Wisconsin-based pet food maker said consumers should stop feeding the affected products to dogs.
The recall covers 3,852 cases of Turkey Pâté Wet food and 1,973 cases of Diner Classics Milo’s Meatloaf Pâté Wet dog food. The company said the products were distributed to neighborhood pet stores and online outlets across the U.S. and Canada.
What The Recall Covers
According to Fromm, the recall was launched after the company received complaints tied to metal contamination. In a statement, the company said it identified the error and has put corrective actions in place beyond its existing safety processes to keep it from happening again.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned that even small metal pieces in dog food can be dangerous. The agency said sharp fragments can cause mouth or digestive tract injuries, and larger amounts can lead to stomach upset, a partial blockage or intestinal obstruction.
How The Problem Emerged
Fromm said no illnesses have been reported so far. The FDA alert said symptoms that can follow metal ingestion in dogs include choking, vomiting, loss of appetite, lethargy or stomach discomfort.
The recall affects canned food that reached pet stores and online sellers, so the company’s notice extends beyond one chain or region. Because the products were sold through multiple retail channels, owners who bought them may need to check packaging carefully against the recalled varieties named by the company.
What Pet Owners Should Do
Fromm is asking anyone who bought the affected cans to return them to the retailer where they were purchased. The company’s recall notice and the FDA alert are the main places to verify whether a can is part of the action and to review the exact product names involved.
Pet owners can also contact their veterinarian if a dog that ate the recalled food is showing possible signs of metal ingestion. The FDA said those signs can include choking, vomiting, loss of appetite, lethargy or stomach discomfort, and the agency urged people to watch for them after any exposure to the affected product.
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