Carnivora Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs and Cats, manufactured by Riveriene Farm Ltd., Carnivora Pet Foods in Saskatchewan, Canada has issued a recall as the product may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157 (E. coli) and there is risk of cross-contamination and illness after handling. If you have this product in your home, you should immediately stop using any of the affected pet food products and contact the retailer where you purchased the affected product for a full refund or exchange.
The effected products were sold in Canada from January 13, 2020 to June 2020. As of June 12, the company has been made aware of 4 reports of illnesses in Canada.
The recall involves the following Carnivora brand raw pet food:
Carnivora Brand Whole Animal Chicken Dinner with Vegetables ‘n’ Fruit, Ultra Premium Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs & Cats
Size: 4 lb / 1820g bag
UPC: 689076622271
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
Carnivora Brand Chicken Dinner with Vegetables ‘n’ Fruit
Size: 25 lb / 11.36 kg Bulk Box
UPC: 689076619677
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
Carnivora Brand Whole Animal Beef Dinner with Vegetables ‘n’ Fruit, Ultra Premium Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs & Cats
Size: 4 lb / 1820g Bag
UPC: 689076622370
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
Carnivora Brand Beef Dinner with Vegetables ‘n’ Fruit
Size: 25 lb / 11.36 kg Bulk Box
UPC: 689076621076
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
Carnivora Brand Whole Animal Turkey Diet, Ultra Premium Fresh Frozen Patties for Dogs & Cats
Size: 4 lb / 1820g Bag
UPC: 689076623971
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
Carnivora Brand Turkey Diet
Size: 25 lb / 11.36 kg Bulk Box
UPC: 689076624800
Date Codes:
- 13 01 20 / 006
- 15 02 20 / 042
- 20 01 20 / 006
- 20 02 20 / 042
The recalled pet food may be contaminated with Escherichia coli O157 (E. coli) and there is risk of cross contamination and illness after handling the pet food.
E. coli O157 is a bacteria that can cause serious, sometimes life-threatening illness. Some people infected with E. coli O157 do not get sick at all, though they can still spread the infection to others. Common symptoms observed after infection include nausea, vomiting, headache, mild fever, severe stomach cramps, and watery or bloody diarrhea. Most symptoms end within five to ten days. Pregnant women, those with weakened immune systems, young children and older adults are most at risk for developing serious complications and might need hospitalization.
There is no real treatment for E. coli infections, other than monitoring the illness, providing comfort, and preventing dehydration. People should contact their health care provider if symptoms persist or worsen with time.
For more information, consumers may visit the company’s website and contact Carnivora Pet Food at 1-888-665-0856 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM CST, Monday – Friday or by email.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
