[Dailydrool] MERRICK RECALL Salmonella: Beef Filet Squares treats

[Kathleen Jones]

Just saw this.  We like Merrick.   They're supposed to be the safe, good 
guys.  I'm disappointed  with the "faulty packaging & manufacturing 
processes" part , esp. at what we pay for that stuff.   Drat. Off to make 
more dried yams, I guess, & maybe boil a beef heart & make our own squares.

Kathleen & Maestro (Just don't recall my bully sticks!)

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The Food and Drug administration has warned owners not buy Merrick Beef 
Filet Squares after tests turned up positive for salmonella, which can 
sicken both people and pets.

The agency, which took the unusual step of issuing a recall notice itself 
rather than relying on the company, said the potentially contaminated treats 
were sold nationwide by Merrick Pet Care, based in Amarillo, Texas. The 
suspect squares are marked "Best By 111911."  No known illnesses have been 
reported.

The FDA said routine testing turned up salmonella in December. A follow-up 
inspection of the company's plant found faulty packaging and manufacturing 
processes.

The FDA said consumers should wash their hands having contact with the 
treats and to throw them way in a covered trash bin.


http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm197700.htm