Fromm Family Foods Recalls Shredded Dog Food

At Healthy Spot, we know your dogs and cats are more than just pets, they’re family. That’s why we’re committed to providing product updates and the latest info on recalls or warnings - even from brands we don’t carry! It’s our mission to inspire healthy pet lifestyles and we hope our updates help you feel more confident and informed as a pet parent.

October 5, 2021 — Fromm Family Foods, a pet food brand based in Wisconsin, voluntarily recalled over 5,000 cases of Fromm Four-Star Shredded Entrée Canned Dog Food due to potentially high vitamin D levels.

No reports of illness or injury have been reported thus far, but consumers should be aware that dogs of any size and age could be affected from consumption of these products.

According to the FDA, "Dogs ingesting elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D when consumed at very high levels can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction. Consumers who have dogs that have consumed any of the affected products and are exhibiting these symptoms should contact their veterinarian."

The recalled dog food was distributed throughout pet retailers across the United States. The affected products can be identified as 12 oz. cans with Best By Date 08/2024 from the following lines:

• Four-Star SHREDDED BEEF IN GRAVY ENTRÉE food for dogs,
  12 cans per case, 11877
• Four-Star SHREDDED CHICKEN IN GRAVY ENTRÉE food for dogs,
  12 cans per case, 11881
• Four-Star SHREDDED PORK IN GRAVY ENTRÉE food for dogs,
  12 cans per case, 11879
• Four-Star SHREDDED TURKEY IN GRAVY ENTRÉE food for dogs,
  12 cans per case, 11883

Although Healthy Spot does not carry Fromm Family Foods shredded canned food, we recommend that you throw the food away if you have purchased any of the affected products.

If you have additional questions about the recall, please visit Dog Food Advisor or the FDA's website.