Proctor and Gamble has voluntarily recalled all Iams Veterinary Formula dog and cat dry foods as a precautionary measure because the food has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.  No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported. No canned food or treats have been affected by this announcement.

These products are made in a single, specialized facility.  In cooperation with FDA, Proctor and Gamble determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination.  As a precautionary measure, Proctor and Gamble is recalling all products made at this facility.

Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain.  If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting.  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, please contact Friendship Hospital for Animals.

We are sending out an e-mail to all of you who have pets on Iams dry foods.  We will be making recommendations for other appropriate diets.  Please contact us if you have any questions or need additional information.