Because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria.
Yet another recall.
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Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears Dog Treats Recall
August 27, 2019 — Brutus & Barnaby LLC of Clearwater, Florida, is recalling all size variations of its Pig Ears for Dogs because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria.
What Products Are Recalled?
Bags of Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears were distributed throughout all states via Amazon.com, Chewy.com, Brutusandbarnaby.com and the brick and mortar Natures Food Patch in Clearwater, Florida.
The product label is identified by the company’s trademarked logo and reads “Pig Ears 100% Natural Treats for Dogs”.
The affected products were available in 4 sizes:
- Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears (8 Count)
- Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears (12 Count)
- Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears (25 Count)
- Brutus & Barnaby Pig Ears (100 Count)
Brutus & Barnaby has ceased the production and distribution of the product as FDA and the company continue their investigation as to what caused the problem.
About Salmonella
Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever.
Rarely, Salmonella can 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 this product should contact their healthcare providers.
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 recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
What to Do?
Consumers who have purchased Brutus & Barnaby pig ears are urged to destroy any remaining product not yet consumed and to contact the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 800-489-0970 Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 PM ET.
U.S. citizens can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in your area.
Or go to https://www.fda.gov/petfoodcomplaints.
Canadians can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
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Once again, please share this as much as possible. One dog with salmonella is one dog too many!
Learning from Dogs 
Crazy, all these warnings. We go to a farmers market where we buy raw meat from a rancher who raises critters in an ethical manner. We buy bones for the dogs to chew on from the same source. Sigh.
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Well at least you are doing what your conscience tells you. And, Bela, never give up!
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No. Just staying as close to the source as possible. In all things! 😘
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It’s a different topic but one I think you will appreciate. I was chatting yesterday with a person who is heavily into a natural diet and she mentioned: “If you can’t pronounce it don’t eat it!” I thought it was wise advice.
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Yes. Reminds me of Michael Pollan’s book ‘Food Rules.’ We’ve gotten so removed from the source, in so many ways. 😐
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I’ve just read the summary on Amazon. Sounds like a good read!
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It is!
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