Monday, January 9, 2017

Canned Special Kitty, 9Lives and EverPet are being recalled by the J.M. Smucker Company

Several brands of cat food have been recalled due to low levels of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1.  Cats require thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, in their diet.

Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include: decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting and weight loss. In advanced cases, neurological signs can develop, which include: ventroflexion (bending towards the floor) of the neck, wobbly walking, circling, falling and seizures, according to the release. See full article here.

Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/latest-news/article124537709.html#storylink=cpy
Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/latest-news/article124537709.html#storylink=Food and Drug Administration website

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