Sunshine Mills Inc. is recalling certain products because of potentially elevated levels of aflatoxin above the allowable limit.
Aflatoxins are mycotoxins and are dangerous because of their high level of toxicity for animals and people. Aflatoxin is produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus, which can grow on corn and other grains used as ingredients in pet food. At high levels, aflatoxin can cause illness and death in pets. People with allergies or sensitivities to mold can have reactions.
The affected products were distributed in retail stores nationally. Retailers who received the recalled lots have been contacted and asked to pull these lots from their inventory and shelves.
There is concern that consumers may have unused portions of the recalled products in their homes because of their lone shelf life. Consumers can use the following information to determine whether they have the recalled products on hand.
| Product Name | Size | Lot/ Date Codes | UPC Number |
TRIUMPH® WILD SPIRIT CRAFT DOG FOOD DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 3.5 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TD2 11/Feb/2021 | 073657 008736 |
TRIUMPH® WILD SPIRIT CRAFT DOG FOOD DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 30 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA2 11/Feb/2021 | 073657 008750 |
EVOLVE® CLASSIC SUPER PREMIUM FOOD FOR DOGS DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 15 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA1 11/Feb/2021 | 073657 380320 |
Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA2 11/Feb/2021 | |||
WILD HARVEST® PREMIUM DOG FOOD CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 14 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA2 11/Feb/2021 | 711535 509523 |
NURTURE FARMS® NATURAL DOG FOOD DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 15 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA2 11/Feb/2021 | 070155 113597 |
EVOLVE® CLASSIC SUPER PREMIUM FOOD FOR DOGS DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 30 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA2 11/Feb/2021 | 073657 380313 |
HEART TO TAIL PURE BEING® NATURAL DOG FOOD DEBONED CHICKEN & BROWN RICE RECIPE | 5 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TD2 11/Feb/2021 | 4099100129441 |
ELM PET FOODS NATURALS CHICKEN & RICE RECIPE DOG FOOD | 40 lbs. | Best if used By 11 Feb 2022 Lot: TA1 11/Feb/2021 | 070155 225221 |
As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported in association with these products. No other Sunshine Mills Inc. pet food products are affected by this announcement.
The affected products were distributed in retail stores nationally. Retailers who received the recalled lots have been contacted and asked to pull these lots from their inventory and shelves. There are no other Triumph, Evolve, Wild Harvest, Nurture Farms, Pure Being, or Elm products or other lot codes of these products affected by this recall.
If a pet shows signs of aflatoxin poisoning including sluggishness, loss of appetite, vomiting, yellowish tint to the eyes, gums, or skin due to liver damage, and/or diarrhea, contact a veterinarian immediately. Provide a full diet history to the veterinarian. It may be helpful to take a picture of the pet food label, including the lot number.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should discontinue use of the product and may return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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