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🍎 Food BE February 16, 2024

Salmonella in petfood (dogchews) from the Poland

Classification
Alert notification
Risk
Serious
Category
pet food
Hazard
Salmonella Livingstone - {pathogenic micro-organisms}
Origin
Poland
Notifier
Belgium
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What is this? A batch of dog chews from Poland may contain harmful bacteria called Salmonella. These bacteria can make pets and people sick.

What's happening? Belgium has found Salmonella in some dog chews made in Poland. These chews are being taken off store shelves.

Does this affect me? If you have bought dog chews from Poland, you or your pet could be at risk. People with weak immune systems, children, or elderly should be extra careful.

What should I do? Stop feeding the chews to your pet. Ask your vet or doctor if you feel unwell. Return the chews to the store for a refund.

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Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: pet food · Hazard: Salmonella Livingstone - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Poland · Notifier: Belgium

First published
February 16, 2024
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/rasff-window/screen/search?notificationReference=2024.1106

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What is this product recall alert about?
Salmonella in petfood (dogchews) from the Poland. Classification: Alert notification · Risk: Serious · Category: pet food · Hazard: Salmonella Livingstone - {pathogenic micro-organisms} · Origin: Poland · Notifier: Belgium
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on February 16, 2024 by EU RASFF.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to Belgium.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on webgate.ec.europa.eu.

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