Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental 8-lb. and 20-lb. bags Recalled

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company has initiated a voluntary recall of its Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental dog food due to elevated levels of Vitamin D.

The U.S Food and Drug Administration has confirmed two cases of dogs becoming sick after consuming the product.

The symptoms of Vitamin D toxicity include vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst and urination, excessive drooling, and kidney dysfunction. If a pet experiences these symptoms, owners should contact a veterinarian.

What is recalled?

The recall is for bags of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental dog food with UPC codes 38100 19190 for the 8-lb. bag and 38100 19192 for the 20-lb. bag, and the following production codes:

• 2249 1082
• 2250 1082
• 2276 1082
• 2277 1082
• 2290 1082
• 2360 1082
• 2361 1082

No other Purina pet care products are affected by the recall.

The product was distributed in the United States through prescription only and was sold at veterinary clinics, Purina Vet Direct, Purina for Professionals, and select retailers.

What To Do

Pet owners who purchased bags of the product re asked to immediately stop feeding and throw it away in a container where no other animals, including wildlife, can get to it. If signs such as weight loss, excessive drooling, vomiting, loss of appetite or increased thirst or urination have occurred in their dog while eating this diet, pet owners should contact their veterinarian.

People who have purchased the affected products are asked to contact Purina at 1-800-345-5678 or via email for a refund. The company also asks veterinary and retail partners to remove and destroy the affected product from their inventory.