The agency has issued an import alert for pig ear dog chews or other pig ear pet treats suspected to contain Salmonella, following a long-winded outbreak in the United States in 2019.
The company’s pet food manufacturing facility in New Jersey was not in compliance with some sanitation and cGMP standards, and some finished product tested positive for pathogens.
The agency has published guidance based on frequently asked questions about ensuring the safety of domestic and imported pig ear pet treat products in the US market.
The distributor is recalling 30-count packs of pig ears under Brazilian brand Berkley & Jensen, after recalling 34 lots of Chef Toby pig ear products, also from Brazil, in August.
