The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a nationwide warning to dog owners following the recall of dog treats that may be contaminated with metal objects. The voluntary recall affects 3,551 bags of Green Tripe dog treats made by Virginia-based TDBBS LLC, sold under the “Barkworthies” and “Best Bully Sticks” brand labels. These treats are available at retail outlets and online across the US from February 2024 to May 2024.
Pet owners who have purchased the affected products are advised to immediately stop feeding them to their dogs and dispose of them. The company is actively working with distributors and retailers to ensure that the recalled treats are no longer available for sale and have been removed from inventories. Customers may return recalled products or request additional information by contacting TDBBS LLC by phone at 877-483-5853 or email at [email protected] during the hours of business from 8 am to 5 pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday.
The FDA’s recall announcement emphasized that the presence of metallic objects in these treats poses a potential health risk to dogs. However, no injuries or illnesses associated with the recalled products have been reported so far. Affected treats include the particularly versatile Barkworthies and Best Bully Sticks Green Tripe treats. Barkworthies brand treats in 7-ounce packages have UPC code 816807015686, item number 2015686, lot codes WO151768 or WO152373, and “best by” dates of February and March 2026. Best Bully Sticks brand treats are in 5-pound pound bag with respective UPC codes 816807016027 and 816807016010, item numbers 1016027 and 1016010, and lot codes and “best by” dates from January to August 2026.
The specific nature of the “foreign metal objects” found in the treats and their origin remain unclear at this time. This recall is part of a broader trend of increased pet food recalls in recent years, as noted by a Newsweek review of FDA records. These recalls often involve potential contamination with pathogens or other hazardous substances, but in some cases, like this one, they are due to the presence of foreign metal objects.
In a related incident last month, more than 300 bags of “Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food” were recalled in four states after pieces of metal were found in the product. These instances highlight the importance of vigilance and prompt action in ensuring the safety of pet food products.
Dog owners are urged to monitor their pets for any signs of illness or unusual behavior if they suspect their dog has eaten affected treats and to contact a veterinarian if them any concerns.
