Oma’s Pride recalls Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal because of possible Salmonella

Oma’s Pride of Avon, Conn. is recalling Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal due to potential contamination with Salmonella. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development that tested positive for Salmonella.

Oma’s Pride has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem. There have been no illnesses reported to date.

Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal was distributed nationwide through retail stores, distributors, and directly to consumers, and is sold frozen. It is packaged in clear 12 oz. (UPC: 8 79384 00017 9) and 2 lb. (UPC: 8 79384 00018 6) plastic packaging under the Oma’s Pride brand as a poultry blend with code #1524.  It was manufactured on September 12, 2014 with a use by recommended date of September 12, 2015.  

Consumers who have purchased Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Oma’s Pride Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Eastern time zone, at 1-800-678-6627.

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