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Voluntary U.S. Recall Notice | I and Love and You http://www.iandloveandyou.com/product-recall-notice/
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VOLUNTARY U.S. RECALL NOTICE Dear "I and love and you" cuatome111:
At "I a.nd love a.nd you" we're deeply committed to giving petB the beat f'ood and the best love. We recognize the
incredible bond between abuman and a pet is a precious part or everyday life for our custom.en and we alwap want to
be open and tranaparent with you about our producta.
On July 10•, "I and love a.ud you• was notified by the Colorado Department or Agriculture that a routine sampling
revealed a presumptive positive result of Sahnonella in our Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet dog treats. The product ii
supplied by 11. U.S. supplier. In an overabundance of caution, "I and love and ya&l" ia voluntarily ret'alling thia product
because it bu the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
There have been.no reported pet or human illn.eue• ulOCiated. with thia recalL Thi8 voluntary recall ia limited to
Cow-Booml Strips Beef Gullet that were packaged into 2.0 oz bags, with the lot numbers ending in 4Tl. or &Tl, a
best-'by·J'8ar of2016 or 2017 and UPC number 818336 01134 4.
The health and safety of our cmatomera and their beloved four-legged family members ia paramount to ua. We pride
ourselves in creating onb' the highest quality products formulated to include the optimal combination or complete,
whole-food nutrition. freshnesa, and premium ingredient& you've come to expect from "I and love and you.• See below
for more detaila about our voluntary recall and don't hesitate to contact ua with questiona at 866.ILY.LOVE Monday
through Friday between 8:00 a.m.. and S:OO p.m. (M.T.), or via email at [email protected]
(mailto:[email protected]),
Sincerely,
Steve Ball
ChiefEicecutive Officer
Q: What producta are beingvolunta.rib'recalled by "I and love and you?•
A: Cow-Boom! Strips Beef Gullet that were packaged :Into 2.0 oz bags. with the lot numbers ending :In 4T1 or &Tl. a
best-by-,ear of2016 or 2017 and tJPC number 818336 01134 4.
Best By: A2016I Lot# C20130- 4lrn] or
Q: Where do I find. the lot number?
Best By: A2017I Lot# C20130- qj5T11
A: The lot numbers and lJPC codes are printed on each bag of"I and love and you" treats nm to the proof of purchase
bar code on the back of'the package.
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Q: What do I do if my product is part of the recall?
A: We encourage customers to look at the lot numbers and best-by-dates printed on the bag to determine ifit is subject
to this recall. If so, please call/email us (mailto:[email protected]), 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 my myself, or my pet, have been exposed?
A: 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
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected])
Q: Where was the product sold?
A: 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?
A: The product has been pulled from online inventory and store shelves. Any consumers with a recalled package can
call/email us (mailto:[email protected]) 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?
A: 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 ifthe 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?
A: 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?
A: 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?
A: 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.
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Q: Who do I contact if I have further questions or concerns?
k 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 [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).
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