Monday, May 14, 2012

Pet Food Recall UPDATE

CORRECTION 

On May 4, 2012, Natural Balance Pet Foods announced a voluntary recall of certain dry pet food formulas manufactured by Diamond Pet Foods at their Gaston, South Carolina facility. Link to original press release:http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm303042.htm 

The original press release contained a typographical error in the Best By Date of one of the products listed. It stated a Best By Date of March 12, 2013 when it should have been March 13, 2013.

Natural Balance Pet Foods apologizes for any potential confusion this may have caused.  

Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or who would like replacement product or a refund, may contact Natural Balance Pet Foods Customer Service at (800) 829-4493(8am - 5pm, PST). Consumers may also go to www.naturalbalanceinc.com for more information.

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

A few brands announced a recall late Friday, May 4th 2012.  Please call the individual company or visit their websites for the most up-to-date information.  


 Diamond Pet Dry Dog and Cat Food Brands:  

Diamond Production Code and Best Before Dates have been updated:
The products involved in the voluntary recall are brands listed above with production codes on the bags that have a number "2" or a "3" in the 9th digit and an "X" in the 10th or  11th digit. The best-before dates for the recalled brands are December 9, 2012 through April 7, 2013.  
  • Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul - All skus
  • Country Value - All Skus
  • Diamond - All Skus
  • Diamond Naturals - All Skus
  • Premium Edge - All Skus
  • Professional - All Skus
  • Taste of the Wild - All Skus
Contact Diamond: 866.918.8756  8am - 6pm EST Monday - Sunday
 Wellness:

The below Wellness skus with best by dates of JAN 9 2013 through JAN 11 2013.
  • Wellness Complete Health® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy, 15 and 30 lb. bags and 5oz. samples.
Contact Wellpet: 877.227.9587  8am - 6pm EST Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm Saturday/Sunday

**Please note that no salmonella cases have been reported on Wellpet. They are recalling for the safety of the pet and the pet parent.
 
 Natural Balance:
  • 5 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog; Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012; March 12, 2013
  • 15 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog; Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012; December 14, 2012; March 5, 2013; March 6, 2013
  • 28 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Venison Dog; Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 13, 2012; December 14, 2012; March 5, 2013; March 6, 2013; March 7, 2013; March 8, 2013; March 12, 2013
  • 5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog; Best By Date: December 10, 2012; December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
  • 15 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog; Best By Date: December 10, 2012; December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
  • 28 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog; Best By Date: December 10, 2012; December 21, 2012; December 22, 2012
  • 5 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog; Best By Date: December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012; December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
  • 15 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog; Best By Date: December 9, 2012; December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012; December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
  • 28 LB Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Bison Dog; Best By Date: December 9, 2012; December 17, 2012; December 18, 2012; December 28, 2012; December 29, 2012
  • 5 LB Natural Balance Vegetarian Dog; Best By Date: December 9, 2012
  • 28 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Large Breed Bites; Best By Date: December 12, 2012; December 20, 2012; December 21, 2012
  • 5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Small Breed Bites; Best By Date: December 21, 2012
  • 12.5 LB Natural Balance Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Dog Small Breed Bites; Best By Date: December 21, 2012
May 4, 2012- Please note that only these 5 flavors of Natural Balance were affected. The other flavors are produced on other lines and plants.


Natural Balance: 800.829.4493  8am - 5pm EST  

**Please note that no salmonella cases have been reported on Natural Balance. They are recalling for the safety of the pet and the pet parent.
 
Canidae: 

The below Canidae dry dog food formulas with production codes that must have BOTH a number "3" in the 9th position AND an "X" in the 10th or 11th position with best before dates of December 9, 2012, through January 31, 2013 are being voluntarily recalled.    
  • CANIDAE Dog Dry Dog Food, All Life Stages
  • CANIDAE Dog Dry Dog Food, Chicken Meal & Rice
  • CANIDAE Dog Dry Dog Food, Lamb Meal & Rice
  • CANIDAE Dog Dry Dog Food, CANIDAE Platinum
Canidae: 800.398.1600  Press 1 for Consumer Service.   9am - 5pm PST 
Or visit www.canidae.com

**Although there have been no animal or human illnesses related to Canidae Pet Food, and the product has not tested positive for Salmonella, the company has voluntarily initiated this recall out of caution to ensure the health and safety of consumers and their pets. 

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Beach to Bay 5K Run & Family Fun Walk

Jersey Shore Animal Center's 3rd Annual 5K!


Saturday, May 12, 2012
Sponsored by Weisleder Ford Lincoln Mazda
In Memory of Justin Weisleder

Event starts and finishes at Brick Beach 3, Route 35N, Brick, NJ.  Ample parking is available.

Schedule:
8:30 am:    Registration/check in and packet pick up
10:00 am:  5K Run/Walk starts
11:00 am:  Post race prizes and awards

Entry Fees:
Early registration (by May 9th):  $20 per person
Children under 12:  $10 each
Late registration (after May 9th):  $25 per person

T-shirts guaranteed to early registrants or while supplies last.

For further information, visit:
Jersey Shore Animal Center
or Call:  732-920-1600 X206 or 208

Friday, March 16, 2012

Dinner for the Doggies

On April 27th, 2012, American Rescue Dog will be hosting the 2nd Annual "Dinner for the Doggies." This event is the biggest fundraiser of the year and includes a dinner and gift auction. All profits from this event go directly to their organization and the caring of the dogs, including transport, medical care, and fostering. Not a single dollar of your donations go towards salaries!

Your ticket includes admission to the gift auction, a three course meal, coffee, and tea. There is also a cash bar.

Your generosity will help them continue to move closer to their goal of helping save the lives of countless dogs. Thank you for your anticipated support!

Any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact:

Joe Jennings, Founder
American Rescue Dog
(888) 772-0172
AmericanRescueDog@gmail.com

Visit us on facebook: American Rescue Dog

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Lost Dogs

Rocky the boxer is 1.5 years old and has been missing since 10/01/11 from Lacey Township. He was last seen in January, 2012 in the Forked River section. Rocky is very scared. He is afraid of people. It is unlikely that he would go to a stranger on his own, but anything is possible.

Marley is a 2 year old Weimeraner and has been missing since 01/14/12. She was last seen in Howell. She is very timid and shy due to being abused in her previous home. Please do not chase her if you see her because she will run even further away.

Both families are devastated at the lost of their beloved babies. Rocky and Marley both have a team of very dedicated volunteers out looking for them day in and day out.

Please visit their pages on Facebook at:
Help Find Rocky
and
Bring Marley Home

Friday, February 24, 2012

Second Chance Pet Adoption Day

Adoption Event for Shelter Dogs and Cats

Saturday, May 5th
(Rain Date Sunday, May 6th)
10am - 3pm
Manahawkin Lake Park


Find that special dog or cat that is just waiting for you and your family to give them a home forever.
  • Local Shelters and Rescue Groups
  • Police Dog Demo and a Dog Training Demo
  • WOBM Radio Station 10am - 12pm
  • Concessions by Boy Scout Troop 23
Hosted by Girl Scout Troop 421