*Introduction**
Out of an abundance of caution, TFP Nutrition has expanded their voluntary recall that was initiated to include all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas manufactured at their Nacogdoches, Texas, facility. The recall is due to the potential for Salmonella contamination.
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause an illness called salmonellosis. Symptoms of salmonellosis in humans and pets can include diarrhea, fever, vomiting, lethargy, nausea, and abdominal cramps. In severe cases, salmonellosis can lead to hospitalization or even death.
**Which Products Are Affected**
The recall affects all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas manufactured at TFP Nutrition's Nacogdoches, Texas, facility. This includes products sold under the following brands:
* Top Fin
* Kroger
* Walmart
* Sam's Club
* PetSmart
* Petco
The affected products have a best by date before 10/30/2023. The specific lot codes and product names can be found on the FDA's website.
**What to Do If You Have Affected Products**
If you have purchased any of the affected products, you should stop feeding them to your pets immediately. You can dispose of the products in the trash or return them to the store for a refund.
You should also wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling any of the recalled products or surfaces that have come into contact with them.
**Symptoms of Salmonella in Pets**
If you think your pet may have eaten any of the recalled products and is showing any of the following symptoms, you should contact your veterinarian immediately:
* Diarrhea
* Fever
* Vomiting
* Lethargy
* Nausea
* Abdominal cramps
**How to Keep Your Pets Safe**
To help prevent your pets from contracting salmonellosis, you should follow these tips:
* Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling your pet's food or waste.
* Clean your pet's food and water bowls regularly with soap and water.
* Do not feed your pet raw meat, eggs, or dairy products.
* Do not let your pet eat from trash cans or other contaminated sources.
**Additional Information**
For more information about the recall, please visit the following websites:
* FDA: [https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tfp-nutrition-initiates-voluntary-recall-50-lb-bags-retriever-all-life-stages-mini-chunk-chicken]
(https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/tfp-nutrition-initiates-voluntary-recall-50-lb-bags-retriever-all-life-stages-mini-chunk-chicken)
* TFP Nutrition: [https://tfpnutrition.com/](https://tfpnutrition.com/)
We hope this blog post has been helpful. Please share it with your friends and family to help spread the word about this important recall.
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