Tuesday, February 10, 2015

RECALL: J.J. Fuds petfood recall expanded on potential Listeria, Salmonella concerns

    Indiana-based J.J. Fuds is expanding their petfood recall to include all lots and products of J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks, Beef Tender Chunks and Duckling Tender Chunks petfood because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and/or Salmonella.
    The recalled products were 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. These products are a frozen raw poultry or beef product and have a shelf life of one year if kept frozen.
    The recalled products are as follows:
    J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends; Chicken Tender Chunks
    5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345935 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345805 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends: Beef Tender Chunks
    5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345942 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345757 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends: Duckling Tender Chunks,
    5 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345928 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    10 lb. bags, Product UPC Number: 654592-345737 Manufacture/Lot Code Date: All
    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 and Salmonella. The company has not received any reports to date of dogs experiencing nausea and diarrhea that may be associated with these specific products. The company has received no reports to date of human illness as a result of these products.
    J.J. Fuds 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.

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