Certain 44 lb. bags of Pedigree dry dog food recalled due to possible loose metal pieces
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On May 17, 2024, Mars Petcare U.S., Inc., of Franklin, Tennessee voluntarily recalled 315 bags of dry dog food, PEDIGREE® Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor, bag size 44 pounds, due to the potential presence of loose metal pieces.
The affected products have a Best By Date of March 4, 2025 and Lot Code 410B2TXT02. The Best By Date and Lot Code can both be found on the bottom seal on the back of the bag.
This is a limited voluntary recall, affecting only 315 bags of product that were sold by Walmart stores in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.
The potential presence of loose metal pieces in the bag could pose a health hazard to pets. If you believe your pet has consumed the affected product, you should monitor your pet for unusual behavior, and contact a veterinarian in the event of any concerns.
There have been no reports of pet injury or illness regarding the potentially impacted product. If you believe you have purchased this product, please stop using it. Contact Mars Petcare US consumer care to initiate a return or with any questions at 1-800-525-5273 from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm CDT, Monday through Friday; and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CDT, Saturday and Sunday; or visit www.pedigree.com/updateExternal Link Disclaimer.
No other PEDIGREE® or Mars Petcare U.S. products are affected or being recalled. Mars Petcare U.S. is working with Walmart in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas to ensure that the affected products are no longer sold and have been removed from inventory.