P&G Recalls Specific Canned Cat Foods
Due to Low Levels of Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
CINCINNATI, June 9, 2010 - The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is
voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Iams canned cat food in North
America as a precautionary measure. Diagnostic testing indicated that the
product may contain insufficient levels of thiamine (Vitamin B1), which is
essential for cats. Cats that were fed these canned products as their only
food are at greater risk for developing signs of thiamine deficiency.
The following Iams canned cat foods are included:
Product Name: Iams ProActive Health canned Cat and Kitten Food - all
varieties of 3 oz & 5.5 oz cans
Date on Bottom of Can : 09/2011 to 06/2012
This recall is limited to only Iams canned cat food distributed in North
America. No other Iams pet food is involved.
Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include loss of appetite, salivation,
vomiting and weight loss. In advanced cases, signs may include
ventroflexion (downward curving) of the neck, wobbly gait, falling, circling
and seizures. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat is
displaying any of these signs. If treated promptly, thiamine deficiency is
typically reversible.
Consumers who have purchased canned cat food with these codes should discard
it. For further information or a product refund call P&G toll-free at
877-340-8826 (Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST).
Cat Food Recall
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