Dog Treat Products Settlement, Waggin' Train & Canyon Creek Recall

Dog Treat Products Settlement
Adkins et al. v. Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, et al., Case No. 1:12-cv-02871 (N.D. Ill.);
Matin v. Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, et al., Case No. 1:13-cv-01512 (N.D. Ill.);
Gandara v. Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, et al., Case No. 1:13-cv-04159 (N.D. Ill.)

IF YOU PURCHASED OR YOUR PET(S) USED OR CONSUMED WAGGIN’ TRAIN OR CANYON CREEK RANCH DOG TREAT PRODUCT(S), PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. THIS WEBSITE IS TO INFORM YOU OF A PROPOSED SETTLEMENT THAT MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS.

YOU MAY BENEFIT FROM READING THIS WEBSITE. IF YOU WISH TO RECEIVE BENEFITS UNDER THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT, YOU MUST SUBMIT A CLAIM FORM.

Case Background
A Settlement has been reached in class action lawsuits claiming that Waggin’ Train or Canyon Creek Ranch brand dog treat products imported from or containing ingredients imported from China (“Dog Treat Products”) were defective and that some pets may have become sick and/or died after consuming the products. A list of the Dog Treat Products can be found here. Defendants Nestlé Purina PetCare Company and Waggin’ Train, LLC have denied any wrongdoing. The Court has not decided which side is right.
Defendants have agreed to create a $6,500,000.00 cash Settlement Fund from which eligible consumers and/or pet owners may receive a cash payment for up to 100% of certain documented economic damages related to their purchase of or their pet’s consumption of the Dog Treat Products, after the payment from the Settlement Fund of the costs of notice and Claims Administration, attorneys’ fees, Class Representative awards, costs, and taxes. Economic damage means the expenses you incurred related to your purchase or your pet’s consumption of the Dog Treat Products, and include veterinary screening or treatment bills and other expenses related to your pet’s illness and/or death.
For each of your pets that used or consumed Dog Treat Products, you may recover up to 100% of certain reasonable economic damages you claim you suffered if you can provide documentation showing the economic damage.
In addition to compensation for expenses supported by documentation, you may also receive up to a $300 payment per pet for reasonable economic damages for which you do not have supporting documentation. You must still complete a Claim Form and provide information about your economic damages to be eligible for payment of your undocumented expenses.
The total amount available for product reimbursement is $700,000, and the total amount available for healthy screenings is $100,000. Reimbursement of Claims may be subject to certain pro rata reductions and other limitations described on this website.

SUMMARY OF CLASS MEMBERS’ RIGHTS AND OPTIONS UNDER THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT
SUBMIT A CLAIM	The only way to get a payment. Submit your Claim Form by mail, facsimile or email (.pdf) to the Claims Administrator no later than April 1, 2015.
EXCLUDE YOURSELF	Get no payment. This is the only option that allows you to not be bound by the final judgment and release and to be part of any other lawsuit concerning the issues being settled now. You must exclude yourself from the Settlement Class by no later than February 10, 2015.
COMMENT ON THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT	Write to the Court about why you support or oppose the proposed Settlement. If you want to object to the Settlement, you must do so in writing by May 25, 2015. Filing an objection does not exclude you from the Settlement.
GO TO THE FINAL APPROVAL HEARING	Ask to speak to the Court about the proposed Settlement at the Final Approval Hearing, scheduled for June 23, 2015 (date subject to change).
DO NOTHING	Get no payment. You will not be able to bring or be part of any other lawsuit concerning the issues being settled now, and you will be bound by the final judgment and release in this case.

If you would like further information about the claims asserted in this case, you can review a copy of the Settlement Agreement here.


NOTICE: This website provides a summary of the Settlement and is provided for informational purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between the text of this website and the original text upon which it is based, the text of the original document shall prevail.

Questions? Contact the Claims Administrator at 1-866-329-9963 or info@DogTreatProductsSettlement.com

Boots & Barklay expanded Dog Treat Recall

Expanded Dog Treat Recall for Several Other Brands: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm340337.htm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - February 19, 2013 - Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, CO is voluntarily recalling ALL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED AT ITS DENVER, COLORADO FACILITY FROM APRIL 20, 2012 THRU SEPTEMBER 19, 2012 due to possible Salmonella contamination. Salmonella can sicken animals that eat these products and humans are at risk for salmonella poisoning from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the pet products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: 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. Consumers exhibiting these symptoms after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

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 any of these signs, please contact your veterinarian.

The recalled Products of Dog Treats were distributed nationwide through various retailers from April 20th to September 19th.

Kasel Industries is recalling Boots & Barkley, BIXBI, Nature’s Deli, Colorado Naturals, Petco, and Best Bully Stick items. Lot numbers as shown in 1 Year Best By Date Table and 2 Year Best By Date Table, which are attached.

Kasel Industries has not received any reports of illnesses to date in connection with these products.

No other products made by Kasel Associated Industries are included in the recall. Specifically no products with best by dates after the specified ranges are included in the recall.

Consumers who have purchased any listed products are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Kasel Associated Industries at (800) 218-4417 Monday thru Friday from 7am to 5pm MDT.

2 Year Best By Date
UPC		Lot/Best By Date
085239043165	Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Stick 12"	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403495	Boots&Barkley American Smoked Beef Femur Bone 3"	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043103	Boots&Barkley American Flossie 6-8"	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239403440	Boots&Barkley American Pig Ear Strips 8oz	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043202	Boots&Barkley American Chicken Stuffed Beef Femur Bone 6"	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043110	Boots&Barkley American Braided Bully Stick 5"	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043325	Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 16oz	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
085239043400	Boots&Barkley American Chicken Jerky 8oz	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
490830400086	Boots&Barkley American Variety Pack 32oz	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899196	Boots&Barkley American Beef Ribs 2ct	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899172	Boots&Barkley American Beef Knuckle	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899158	Boots&Barkley American Pig Ears 12ct	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899189	Boots&Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks 6ct	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
647263899165	Boots&Barkley American Pork Femur	20APR2014 DEN-03OCT2014 DEN
681131857246	Roasted Pig Ear Dog Treats 28oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092903	25 PK Natural Pig Ears	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092910	12 PK Natural Pig Ears	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092927	12 PK Smoked Pig Ears	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092934	7 PK Natural Pig Ears	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
800443092941	7 PK Smoked Pig Ears	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291	16oz Chicken Chips	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900151	16oz Salmon Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800178	4oz Chicken Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263510176	4oz Lamb Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263900175	4 oz Salmon Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263801175	4oz Beef Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263800291	16oz Chicken Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
647263700157	16oz Pork Jerky	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018021	BIXBI Skin & Coat Beef Liver Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018045	BIXBI Skin & Coat Lamb Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018007	BIXBI Skin & Coat Chicken Breast Jerky Treats 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018069	BIXBI Skin & Coat Pork Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018144	BIXBI Hip And Joint Pork Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018120	BIXBI Hip And Joint Lamb Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018083	BIXBI Hip And Joint Chicken Breast Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
091037018106	BIXBI Hip And Joint Beef Liver Jerky 5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk	TDBBS, Inc Buffalo Hearts Sliced 3 lbs	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk	TDBBS, Inc Knee Caps 25 Ct	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Pork Jerky Strips 16oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Chicken Jerky 16oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Turkey Cubes 4.5oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk	TDBBS, Inc Pig Snouts 25ct	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Bulk	TDBBS, Inc Beef Lobster Tails 1ct	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Turkey Jerky Sticks 6ct	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Hearts of Lamb 4oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN
Unknown	TDBBS, Inc Lamb Jerky 4oz	04202014 DEN-10032014 DEN

1 Year Best By Date
UPC		Lot/Best By Date
647263800215	Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 3lbs	04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN
647263800208	Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky 2.5lbs	04202013 DEN-10032013 DEN

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Another Dog Treat Recall, this one from Publix

Recalls

Publix Issues Voluntary Recall on Private Label Chicken Tenders Dog Chew Treats

Posted by Susan Thixton on January 12, 2013 at 8:54 am

LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix Super Markets is issuing a voluntary recall for Publix Chicken Tenders Dog Chew Treats because it may contain trace amounts of antibiotic residue. The UPC, located on the back right-hand corner of the product, is 41415-18527 and the product comes in a 3.5oz bag. This product was sold in Publix grocery stores in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee.
“As part of our commitment to food safety, including that of our four-legged family members, potentially impacted product has been removed from all store shelves,” said Maria Brous, Publix media and community relations director. “To date, there have been no reported cases of pet illness. Consumers who have purchased the product in question may return the product to their local store for a full refund. Publix customers with additional questions may call our Consumer Relations department, Monday-Friday, 8a.m. – 7p.m., at 1-800-242-1227 or by visiting our website at www.publix.com/contact.”
Publix is privately owned and operated by its 157,000 employees, with 2011 sales of $27.0 billion. Currently Publix has 1,067 stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. The company has been named one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For in America” for 15 consecutive years. In addition, Publix’s dedication to superior quality and customer service is recognized as tops in the grocery business, most recently by an American Customer Satisfaction Index survey. For more information, visit the company’s website, www.publix.com.
Source: http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/01/11/3178484/publix-issues-voluntary-recall.html

 

Harmful Treat's for your dogs !

 

A great reminder of items that are both harmful and both deadly for your family dogs. Keep them safe and keep them healthy.

Nature's Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits Recall

 

Recall -- Firm Press Release

FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company.

Nature's Recipe Voluntarily Recalls Nature's Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits With Real Chicken Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

Contact:
Consumer:
800-237-3856

Media:
Chrissy Trampedach
Del Monte Foods
Chrissy.trampedach@delmonte.com
415-247-3268

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 13, 2012 - Nature’s Recipe brand is voluntarily recalling a limited supply of Nature’s Recipe® Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken, manufactured in one of its U.S. production facilities. This is being done as a precautionary measure, as the product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some, or all, of the following symptoms: 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. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

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, please contact your veterinarian.

No pet or consumer illnesses from this product have been reported to date. However, because of its commitment to safety and quality, the Company is conducting a voluntary recall of this product.

The potentially affected lots of Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken were distributed nationally, primarily through pet specialty retailers.

Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken is sold in 19-ounce stand-up resealable pouches. The product affected by this recall is identified below and has the following "Best If Used By" dates:

Lot Code:	UPC Code:	Size:	Product Name/Description:	Best If Used By Date:
2199TP	30521 51549	19-ounces	Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken	10 11 13
2200TP	30521 51549	19-ounces	Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken	10 12 13

Product and product lots that do not appear on the list above are not subject to this recall.
Consumers who have purchased the above lots of Nature’s Recipe Oven Baked Biscuits with Real Chicken should stop feeding the product and discard immediately. For further information about the recall and for instructions on obtaining replacement product, consumers can use the Contact Us form at www.naturesrecipe.com¹ or call the Consumer Hotline, 24 hours a day, at 800-237-3856.

About Nature’s Recipe® Nature’s Recipe®, a brand of Del Monte Foods, markets a complete line of natural dog food and treats and recently introduced a line of natural cat food. Nature’s Recipe® has been making better pet food where “Every Ingredient Counts® ” for more than 30 years. For additional information about Nature’s Recipe®, visit www.naturesrecipe.com².

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