RECALL: Carnivore Meat Company, LLC - of Carnivore Vital Essentials

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Carnivore Meat Company, LLC 
Voluntarily Issues a Recall
Two Batches of Raw Pet Treats

Contact:
Consumer:
(920) 370-6542

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 8, 2015 – Green Bay, Wisconsin – Carnivore Meat Company, LLC is recalling select products and lots of Carnivore Vital Essentials pet foods because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeriamonocytogenes.

Healthy cats and dogs rarely become sick from Listeria monocytogenes. In humans, however, Listeria is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

If an animal becomes ill with Listeria, it will display symptoms similar to the ones listed above for humans. People with concerns about whether their pet has Listeria should contact their veterinarian.

The lots involved in this voluntary recall are:
Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Tripe Patties, UPC 33211 00809, Lot # 10930, Best by date 20160210
Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Tripe Nibblets, UPC 33211 00904, Lot # 10719, Best by date 12022015

The "Best By" date code and lot # is located on the back of the package. The affected product was distributed in WA, CA, TX, GA, IL, CO, NM, FL, PA, RI, OH and VT.

This voluntary recall has been issued because the FDA has reported an independent lab detected the bacteria in samples during a recent review. The company has received no reports of human illness as a result of these products.

If you are a consumer and have purchased a bag of Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Tripe Patties with the "Best By" date code of 20160210 or a bag of Frozen Beef Tripe Nibblets with a "Best By" date code of 12022015, we ask that you please call 920-370-6542 Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM CST and someone will assist you in obtaining replacement or a full refund from your local retailer for your original purchase.

If your package has been opened, please dispose of the raw food in a safe manner by securing it in a covered trash receptacle.

Consumer Questions
Representatives are available from Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM CST at 920-370-6542.

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How does your dog see the world?

Want to see how your dog sees things? Here is the App that shows you! https://dog-vision.com/tool.php Mhhhhh, interesting 'vie

Cosmo and Silvie caught AT PLAY

WORDLESS WEDNESDAY!

RECALL NOTICE EXPANSION: "I and love and you" Recall of Beef Gullet Strips Due to Possible Health Risk

This voluntary recall is now EXPANDED to 1,299 cases cow-boom! strips – beef gullet  packaged into 2.0 oz bags, with lot numbers ending in 4T1 or 5T1, a best-by-year of 2016 or 2017 and UPC number 8 18336 01134 4.

INITIAL RECALL INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE:

http://www.silvieon4.com/2015/07/recall-noticecow-boom-strips-beef.html

RECALL NOTICE:Cow-Boom Strips Beef Gullet manufactured by I and Love and You

http://www.iandloveandyou.com/product-recall-notice/ Voluntary recall as posted by the manufacturer

 "VOLUNTARY U.S. RECALL NOTICE
Dear “I and love and you” customers: At “I and love and you” we’re deeply committed to giving pets the best food and the best love. We recognize the incredible bond between a human and a pet is a precious part of everyday life for our customers and we always want to be open and transparent with you about our products.
 On July 10th, “I and love and you” was notified by the Colorado Department of Agriculture that a routine sampling revealed a positive result of Salmonella in our Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet dog treats. The product is supplied by a U.S. supplier. In an overabundance of caution, “I and love and you” is voluntarily recalling 1,299 cases of this product because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
 There have been no reported pet or human illnesses associated with this recall.
This voluntary recall is limited to Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet that were packaged into 2.0 oz bags, with the lot numbers C20130-1994T1 and C20130-2024T1, and a best-by-date of 07/2016 and UPC number 8 18336 0113 4. 
 The health and safety of our customers and their beloved four-legged family members is paramount to us. We pride ourselves in creating only the highest quality products formulated to include the optimal combination of complete, whole-food nutrition, freshness, and premium ingredients you’ve come to expect from “I and love and you.”
 See below for more details about our voluntary recall and don’t hesitate to contact us with questions at 855.ILY.LOVE Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (M.T.), or via email at service@ilypet.com. Sincerely, Steve Ball Chief Executive Officer Updated Q&A July 10, 2015
 Q: What products are being voluntarily recalled by “I and love and you?” Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet that were packaged into 2.0 oz bags, with the lot numbers C20130-1994T1 and C20130-2024T1, and a best-by-date of 07/2016 and UPC number 8 18336 0113 4. 
 Q: Where do I find the lot number? The lot numbers and UPC codes are printed on each bag of ILY’s treats next to the proof of purchase bar code on the back of the package.
 Q: What do I do if my product is part of the recall? We encourage customers to look at the lot numbers and best-by-dates printed on the bag to determine if it is subject to this recall. If so, please call/email us or return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund, or dispose of it properly.

Q: What do I do if I believe myself, or my pet, have been exposed? If you believe you or your pet have been exposed, we strongly encourage you to seek physician or veterinarian attention so you or your pet can be properly examined and treated accordingly to determine the cause of any symptoms. If confirmed, we would also like to learn more about what you or your pet is experiencing and how we might be able to help during this time. Please contact our customer service at 855.ILY.LOVE, or via email at service@ilypet.com.
 Q: Where was the product sold? The Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet treats were sold throughout the United States to wholesale distributors and retail stores for resale to consumers. The product was distributed through grocery chains and via online retailers.
 Q: What is “I and love and you” doing to correct the situation? The product has been pulled from online inventory and store shelves. Any consumers with a recalled package can call/email us or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. The Company has notified its distributors and retailers and is taking this voluntary action as a precautionary measure. No other products of the company are affected by this recall.
 Q: What is Salmonella? Who can get it? Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause illness in animals and humans. Salmonella can affect animals eating the product, and there is risk to humans who handle the product, especially if the handler does not thoroughly wash his or her hands after having contact with the product or any surfaces exposed to the product.
 Q: What are the symptoms in pets? Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the product and has exhibited these symptoms, you should contact your veterinarian immediately.
 Q: What are the symptoms in humans? Healthy people handling the product contaminated by Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever. Although rare, Salmonella may result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with the product should contact their healthcare providers immediately.
 Q: How did the Salmonella contamination occur? There are many different kinds of Salmonella bacteria, or serotypes, and they are a widespread and ever-present in the environment in which we live. Q: Who do I contact if I have further questions or concerns? Customers with questions may contact us at 855.ILY.LOVE Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (M.T.), or via email at service@ilypet.com."

Stoooooopid HUMAN tricks I can't live with.

I need to vent. No. I need to get on my soapbox and really address the stooped hooman tricks problems. Once and for all, I need to shed light on this and maybe force some evolutionary changes.
'Cause... It's about time!
 Counting  down.
Number 10 on the countdown list...
Momma...
 10. Back off, back off, back off...stop cleaning my eyes every 12 seconds. It does not change my allergies. It does change how I feel about you. Do you want me to avoid you? Keep obsessing over my eye goo and I will be going else where for my belly rubs. I have options, you know, I have a nonna. I have a Dowi, and I have an Adam. I also have a daddy. Like I said. I have options.

 9. Ringing the doorbell and pretending uncle Phil is visiting, when he is not... Is obnoxious. If you really want me to come downstairs, try asking me nicely to come downstairs.

 8. Telling us that there is a big woof (Dog) walking around, and getting us all riled up at the windows, when there is NOTHING there, just because you want to make the bed...is horrible. Mornings should not start before 8 am. Six am is too early to wake up and get evicted from the bed. We have decided that you either need glasses...or you are losing your mind...or you are getting to be a liar and as soon as I locate matches, your pants will be on fire.

 7. I don't care how well you wrap, trap, bury, hide, stash, mash, hash, whip, encrypt...pills in meatballs, bits of cheese, hot dogs, ham, mortadella, prosciutto...whatever...I WILL FIND THAT PILL. I will make damn sure I will NOT eat that pill and maybe I will never eat your delivery device again either. My name is NOT MAX.

 6. Adam YOU DO NOT HAVE MY NOSE. You will never have my nose, or my tail, or my teethies. STOP telling me you do.

 5. Putting a lid on your water glass in the car is RUDE, crude and mean. Daddy and momma, don't you know how to share? You are supposed to share. I have never stopped either of you from taking a sip from my water bowl. That stooooooped lid means I have to go all the way down and find my bowl and take a sip...

 4. The flashing camera... I move the U.S. Legislature to create a national guideline paparazzi standard. Create safe zones and safe time periods where and when a camera cannot be operated. I am getting tired of sleeping in camera ready mode. OCD momma and her dang cell phone, camera, I pad are always ready to strike...two words you need to look up momma...PRIVACY...BOUNDARIES. Three words...add RESPECT.

 3. Ugly hooooman rags. Keep them. Do not drape them on me. I only want to wear what I choose to wear. Respect me and respect my taste. Respect my doghood.

 2. No more wipes. I hate wipes. I hate being wiped after breakfast, dinner, walks. Fine. You can wipe my feet. You can wipe my tushy but the face is Off Limit! Drumroll, please...here comes my number one stoooopid hoooman trick...

 1. Invoking the name of Auntie Robin in vain. You use her name like a crazed mobster uses an empty gun. Taking it out and waiving it in the air anytime you think you need to make a point. Get this momma, I'm not scared of the auntie Robin. I don't fear going back to rescue. It ain't happening. Evah. I had talks with various sources. I know better, so stop invoking The Robin. It is an empty trick. SNORT. Sniff, getting off the soap box. I am tired,  and cranky...'Vie

I do NOT snore! SEPIA SATURDAY!!!

Sometimes I think  know momma needs to learn boundaries. There I was, 'sausted. Spent. Wiped out. I supervised the whole tile laying floor thingie in that new room.  I did it out of the goodness of my sweet tender heart. [ I need this project to be done already!] I finally got some peace and quiet when the pounding, nailing, sawing stopped.  I went upstairs and decided to just claim my spot on the sofa and chillax.

And as I am drifting into sweet surrender sleep... I become aware of the momma. What is she fascinated by????

I mean, do I bother her when she is asleep? Oh yuh, but that's different! I just want to snuggle her and be loved by her as she sleeps. She can continue sleeping, All I need is for her to rub my belly while she sleeps.  It's not as if her hands are busy!

She is some sort of weird peeping tom. She is fascinated by my mouth? She said I am a mouth breather. DUH! I have allergies. Fix that mom! And I blame momma for my allergies.  I got allergies just like she has allergies. It's bad DNA. What? I am right.  You do too inherit allergies from your pawrents!  I am living proof.

Momma is disturbing my nap. She giggles  after she said at weird things like... should she get me braces?  Seriously. GO AWAY. I need to recharge.  I need sleep. I need peace and quiet, I put in my 10 hrs!

And then momma makes an outrageous statement, She says I SNORE! I DO NOT SNORE!.  What she heard is my half invested growl.  I was trying to express my displeasure with her intrusion. But I did not want to fully awaken to do it,

You know, if that Cosmo boy had not already taken up my secret spot under the side table in daddy's office, I would be there, sleeping peacefully and with my privacy intact.  This is all HIS fault.


sigh
of course
now she is kissing me.


ehhh it's a curse. Cuteness is a curse.

Hey, how about a belly rub and I will think of forgiving you for the rude intrusion?

'vie
PS. It's 7-11.  By any chance is 711 Gicing out free hot dogs or something?  They should!  It's their name day!!!! Make mine a fat free turkey dog- naked, hold the bun. 711 Corporate are you listening???