These inspections were coordinated with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the information resulted in this expanded warning of their hot dog chili sauce products as follows: · Austex Onion Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #30300-97101 · Austex Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #30300-99533 · Castleberry's Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #30300-00101 · Castleberry's Onion Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #30300-07101 · Bunker Hill Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #75266-04152 · Kroger Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #11110-83942 · Meijer Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #41250-85862 · Food Lion Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #35826-06911 · Bloom Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #25439-92448 · Thrifty Maid Hot Dog Chili Sauce (10 oz.) UPC code #21140-21367
Although the initial recall for this product was made for the production dates of April 30 to May 22, 2007, the extended recall now includes all the products listed, irregardless of their "best by" dates. The manufacturing of all of these products has been voluntarily discontinued by Castleberry at this time as they cooperate with the FDA in the recall, production and distribution.
Four individuals (two in Texas and two in Indiana) have been hospitalized and are still in serious condition from botulism poisoning from these Castleberry hot dog chili sauce products. This toxin can be fatal.
Castleberry is also recalling any other products that contain meat. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is also warning the public not to eat the Castleberry brand products that contain meat. A list of these products can be viewed at the following website:
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_033_2007_expanded/index.asp.
At this time we are not aware of pet illnesses associated with the following listed products. However it is recommend that these dog food products, listed as following, should be discarded due to the potential risks that may be involved.
· Natural Balance Eatables Irish Stew with Beef Dog Food (15 oz.) UPC code #23633-59860 · Natural Balance Eatables Chinese Take Out with Sauce with Vegetables and Chicken Dog Food (15 oz.) UPC Code #23633-59861 · Natural Balance Eatables Southern Style Dumplings with Gravy with Chicken and Vegetables Dog Food (15 oz.) UPC Code #23633-59862 · Natural Balance Eatables Hobo Chili with Chicken Pasta Dog Food (15 oz.) UPC Code #23633-59863
All products previously listed should be thrown out immediately. The FDA suggests these should all be closed tightly and double bagged before thrown into the trash.
Botulism poisoning symptoms of in humans can begin as soon as 6 hours from consumption all the way up to 2 weeks afterwards. These symptoms can include double vision, blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty in swallowing, and muscle weakness that progresses down the body, starting in the shoulders down. This type of poisoning can also cause breathing paralysis, which requires immediate medical attention to avoid possible death.
This disease has only been seen on occasion in dogs. It has not been reported so far in any cats. Ferrets are also highly susceptible to this type of poisoning. These symptoms range from 2 hours to 2 weeks after consumption.
The botulism poisoning in animals is evident by a progressive motor paralysis, and otherwise are very similar to human poisoning symptoms. A veterinarian should be contacted immediately upon symptoms, particularly breathing dysfunctions.
Consumers can contact the FDA at 1-888-SAFEFOOD with any questions regarding any of the previously listed products.
