"What the Raw" pet food issues voluntary recall of Single Dried Sardines
As of July 28, 2023, neither the FDA nor What the Raw had issued a statement. However, you can see the FDA Enforcement Report here: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/?Event=92718. It says that uneviscerated whole dried sardines used in raw pet food have been recalled to due potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum, the bacteria that cause botulism.
There have been no confirmed illnesses linked to the ingestion of one of the products in question. No other What the Raw products are impacted by this recall.
The recalled product does not have labeling and is sold individually. A total of 184 containers have been recalled, containing the below lot numbers and expiration dates:
★ What the Raw - Single Dried Sardines - packaged in shrink wrap
★ Lot Numbers. 250402202223, 121110202122, 210510202324, 141228202223, 210620202324
★ Expiration dates: 11/10/2022, 04/02/2023, 12/28/2023, 05/10/2023, 06/20/2024
If you have purchased a product with a lot code listed above, it is recommended that you dispose of it immediately.
If your dog has consumed any of the affected products, monitor them for adverse symptoms such as an upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea, and contact your veterinarian if you witness any signs of illness in your dog, and mention the information above during the consultation.
U.S. citizens can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in your area. Find your area coordinator here: https://www.fda.gov/safety/report-problem-fda/consumer-complaint-coordinators. Or go to the FDA’s “Report a Pet Food Complaint” page: https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/report-problem/how-report-pet-food-complaint.
Canadians can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/report-health-safety-concern.html.