Sunshine Mills, Inc. Issues A Dog Food Recall Alert
Sunshine Mills, Inc., a producer of pet food products under various labels, has issued a voluntary recall of four existing dry food products as of June 2, 2021. The affected products are potentially contaminated with Salmonella. In 2020, several other dog food recalls with possible Salmonella contamination include Albright’s, Aunt Jeni’s Home Made, Nature’s Menu, and Paws Up!
Which Sunshine Mills Inc. Products Are Under Recall?
Sunshine Mills, Inc. is issuing the voluntary recall, but the affected products are under differing company names. The included labels are F-R-M Gold Select, Intimidator, Sportsman’s Pride, and Sprout.
A comprehensive list of the recalled products is as follows:
| Product Name | Net Weight | UPC | Lot # | Best By Range | States |
| Sportsman’s Pride Professional Formula 30/20 Dog Food |
40 lb | 7015510184 | TI107/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 7 Oct 2021 | MS, FL, TN, LA, VA, NC, TX |
| Sprout Sporting Dog Food | 5 lb | 7015505101 | TE1 06/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 6 Oct 2021 | MN, WI, IA, SD, ND |
| Sprout Sporting Dog Food | 40 lb | 7015505100 | TI3 06/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 6 Oct 2021 | MN, WI, IA, SD, ND |
| Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20 |
16 lb | 7015541002 | TA1 06/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 6 Oct 2021 | TX, MS, FL, AL |
| Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20 |
40 lb | 5216631214 | TA1 06/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 6 Oct 2021 | TX, MS, FL, AL |
| FRM Gold Select High Performance Dog Food |
50 lb | 1549905873 | TA1 06/Oct/2020 | Best if used By 6 Oct 2021 | GA, FL |
Why Was The Food Recalled?
Sunshine Mills, Inc. proceeded with the recall due to potential salmonella contamination found during a routine check. Salmonella poisoning can be spread to other animals and humans and can cause acute illness in both.
Where Was The Food Sold?
The products were sold in multiple states. Please refer to the above information to find out if you live in one of the affected states.
What Do I Do With The Food? Should I Be Worried About Myself or My Dog?
If your pet has been eating the recalled Sunshine Mills Inc. products, discontinue use immediately. Due to potential adverse reactions in dogs of any size, if you have been feeding your pet the potentially contaminated product, contact your veterinarian to ensure they know the situation. Then return the food to the original purchase location for a full refund.
What Do I Need To Know About Salmonella Poisoning?
Salmonella poisoning in dogs may come with various symptoms such as lethargy with fever, diarrhea occasionally accompanied by blood, and vomiting. Other less noticeable side effects can include appetite loss, abdominal pain, and fever.
If your animal has become infected but appears to be otherwise healthy, they can still be carriers of Salmonella. That means they can potentially infect other animals and humans they are around. If you know your pet has consumed the recalled product or is currently experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.
How To Contact Sunshine Mills, Inc.
If consumers wish to contact the company directly with any questions or concerns, they can be reached at 1-800-705-2111 from 7 AM to 4 PM CT, Monday through Friday. Or by email at [email protected].
If you are a U.S. citizen, you may report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in your local area. You may also go to the FDA’s “Report a Pet Food Complaint” page.
For a list of dog food recall alerts, click here.
