Pet food recalled, linked to deaths

Menu Foods, a top pet food manufacturer in North America, is recalling canned and pouched meals sold under 48 dog food brands and 40 cat food brands. The company manufactures for 17 of the top 20 North American retailers. It is also a contract manufacturer for the top branded pet food companies, including Procter & Gamble Co.

There have been reports of kidney failure, and at least 10 pets died after consuming the recalled food.

Kidney failure is a very serious condition and can develop rapidly or take place over a long period of time. Symptoms include an increased water intake, increased volumes of urination, anorexia, vomiting and lethargy. If you see any of those signs, take your pet to the veterinarian as soon as possible.

For a list of recalled brands visit www.menufoods.com/recall. You can discuss this topic on the YDR Exchange at http://exchange.ydr.com.