Over the past few years, there have been many recalls of various dog food products.
In 2024, popular brands received widespread media attention after voluntarily recalling some of their products due to potential contamination. Is NutriSource one of these brands? Here’s what you need to know.
Did NutriSource recall its dog food in 2024?
Fortunately, NutriSource has not issued a recall on any of its products in 2024. There have not been any recent reports of dogs becoming ill after consuming NutriSource products. Therefore, you need not worry if you are currently feeding your canine food from this popular brand.
It’s worth mentioning that not all dog food recalls make the headlines. If you want to keep up with up-to-date information on dog food recalls in 2024, we recommend that you visit the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website.
When was the last NutriSource dog food recall?
NutriSource last issued a voluntary recall in October 2021 after learning that one of their products had dangerous levels of vitamin D. The brand recalled their Pure Vita Salmon Entrée Dog Food and urged consumers who had already purchased the product to return it to their retailers for a full refund.
Vitamin D is an important nutrient for dogs, often associated with healthy bones. However, if consumed in high amounts, it can result in life-threatening side effects.
Some of the common symptoms of excess vitamin D levels in dogs include vomiting, increased urination, excessive thirst, loss of appetite, increased drooling, and weight loss. In extreme cases, a dog can suffer from kidney failure, among other serious health issues, and die.
The FDA states: “… too high levels of vitamin D can cause serious health problems. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, so unlike water-soluble vitamins, when a dog gets too much, the excess is not quickly excreted in his urine. Instead, it is stored in fat tissue and the liver. Too much vitamin D can lead to kidney failure and even death.”
