The FDA also warned that if there is cross contamination, in people, especially children, the elderly and people with weaker immune systems will be the first to be affected.
Manufactured and distributed by T.W. Enterprises, Ferndale, Wisconsin, the pet food should not be fed to their pets, but instead should be dispose in a safe manner (e.g., in a covered trash bin).
Salmonella has the potential to be transferred to people handling these pet treats, especially if they are careless in maintaining personal hygiene leading to nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever.
Salmonella in pets can cause them to become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain.
Healthy animals can also be carriers and infect other animals or humans. The products covered by this alert include all sizes and lots of American Bullie A.B. Bull Pizzle Puppy Chew and Dog Chew (made from all American beef pizzle).
Currently the FDA is working on this matter to determine the source of this problem, and will keep consumers updated.
