Dog Treats Recalled Due to Scary Health Risk to Pets and Humans—What to Know

Check your dog's treat supply. Consumers Supply Distributing of Sioux City, Iowa, is recalling some of its dog biscuits because they may be contaminated with salmonella, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The recalled products were sold through retail stores in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Texas, Montana, and Nebraska. The dog treats involved in the recall include:

Country Vet Biscuits – Original Meaty Flavor (4-pound bags)

• UPC: 899623000463
• Lot Code: 40906513 (located on the front of the bag)
• Expiration Date: 09/06/2026 (stamped on the front)

Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits - Meaty Flavor with Chicken (4-pound bags)

• UPC: 840227340691
• Lot Code: 40906513 (located on the back of the bag)
• Expiration Date: 09/06/2026 (stamped on the back)

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So far, no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the recall. The FDA warns that salmonella can affect animals and that there is a risk to humans who handle the contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after coming into contact with the treats or any surfaces exposed to them.

Healthy people infected with salmonella can experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Rarely, salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. If you're exhibiting any of these signs, contact your healthcare provider.

Pets with salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, contact your veterinarian.

According to the FDA notice, the company has ceased production and distribution of the recalled lot number as they investigate what caused the contamination. If you bought the recalled dog biscuits, do not feed them to your pets. Instead, return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, contact Consumers Supply Distributing at 712-202-5609, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm CST.