Oinkies Dog Treat Recall Issued Over Contaminated Products

The Oinkies dog treat recall has been issued due to the presence of Salmonella bacteria in the products.

Several types of Oinkies dog treats have been contaminated, including Chicken Jerky Strips and Sweet Potato Chews.

The contaminated products were distributed to pet stores across the United States.

Consumers who purchased the affected products should return them to the store for a full refund.

Hartz Mountain Corporation has a history of recalling their dog treats due to contamination. One such recall was in 2013 when they voluntarily withdrew their Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken for dogs.

The recall was due to trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue found in the products. Hartz conducted independent laboratory tests after New York state agriculture officials found evidence of antibiotic residue in other treats produced by Nestle Purina PetCare Corp. and Del Monte Corp.

The products affected by the recall include Hartz Chicken Chews in 3.5 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, 24 oz, and 20 oz packages, as well as Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken in various sizes. If you have these products, you can contact Hartz Consumer Affairs at 800-275-1414 for a refund.

If you're concerned about your dog's treats, it's a good idea to check the label carefully. Hartz is not the only company to have had issues with their treats. In fact, there have been numerous recalls in recent years due to contamination and antibiotic residue.

Some companies that make dog treats in the USA using American ingredients include Zukes, Kong, Charlee Bear, and Fresh Pet. These companies may be a safer choice if you're looking for pet treats.

Hartz Mountain Corporation has voluntarily withdrawn their Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken from the market due to concerns over trace amounts of unapproved antibiotic residue.

These products are sold across the U.S. and have been tested by the company, with two-thirds of the products not containing antibiotic residues.

The FDA has been investigating jerky pet treats, which have caused illnesses and even deaths in dogs, with at least 360 pet deaths and thousands of illnesses reported.

The affected products include Hartz Chicken Chews and Hartz Oinkies Pig Skin Twists wrapped with Chicken, with specific UPC numbers listed: 32700-11966, 32700-11967, 32700-11953, 32700-11954, 32700-51694, and 32700-12856.

If you have these products, you can contact Hartz Consumer Affairs at (800) 275-1414 or visit their website for a refund.

You can also check the American Veterinary Medical Association website for a full list of current recalls.

Here are the affected product sizes and UPC numbers: