Safety Report: Simply Nourish Frozen dog food - recalled due to elevated levels of Vitamin D, USA

United States

Company name: Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company
Brand name: Simply Nourish
Product recalled: Frozen dog food
Reason of the recall: Elevated levels of Vitamin D
FDA Recall date: August 13, 2021
Recall details: August 13, 2021, Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company of Monroe, Washington is recalling approximately 51,000 packages of Simply Nourish frozen dog food, due to it containing elevated levels of Vitamin D. Consumers should stop feeding the products listed below to their dogs. Dogs ingesting elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D when consumed at very high levels or over a long period of time can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction.

Consumers who have dogs that have consumed any of the products listed below and are exhibiting these symptoms, should contact their veterinarian. Affected Simply Nourish frozen food products were distributed at select PetSmart stores nationwide. Products are packaged in 2lb and 4.5lb packages across specific date ranges. A full list of affected products is below:

- Simply Nourish Frozen Chicken & Veggies (2lb). UPC: 73725792262. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Chicken & Veggies (4.5lb). UPC: 73725792264. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Beef & Barley (2lb). UPC: 73725792266. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Beef & Barley (4.5lb). UPC: 73725792267. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Turkey & Sweet Potato (2lb). UPC: 73725792260. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Turkey & Sweet Potato (4.5lb). UPC: 73725792263. Best by range: 11/10/2022-1/12/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Pork & Veggies (2lb). UPC: 73725792079. Best by range: 8/26/2022-1/13/2023.
- Simply Nourish Frozen Pork & Veggies (4.5lb). UPC: 73725792078. Best by range: 8/26/2022-1/13/2023.

No illnesses have been reported to date. No other products have been affected.

The recall was initiated after a routine nutrition test confirmed elevated Vitamin D levels on certain Simply Nourish frozen food products. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem arose as a result of the vitamin mix dosage being significantly reduced by the vitamin mix manufacturer, and this change was not detected or properly communicated. As a result, the dosage was not reduced.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers who have purchased Simply Nourish Frozen Food are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Check the full recall details on www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/wet-noses-natural-dog-treat-companyr-voluntarily-recalls-simply-nourish-brand-frozen-dog-food-due

Source: FDA