Happy Hounds is recalling a range of its frozen raw dog food products because they may pose a risk to health
- Affected
- Raw Diced Chicken Dog Food; Raw Chicken & Tripe Dog Food; Raw Chicken & Beef Dog Food; Raw Chicken Dog Food; Raw Chicken Dog Food; Raw Chicken Wing Tips
- The problem
- Happy Hounds is recalling a range of its frozen raw dog food products on a precautionary basis as they may pose a risk to human and animal health. Sampling undertaken by the company has identified elevated levels of bacteria indicating a potential risk. A withdrawal…
- What to do
- Our advice consumers (pet owners): If you have bought any of the above products do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund. When handling and serving raw pet food it is always advised to clean utensils and feeding bowls…
Products affected
Raw Diced Chicken Dog Food
- Pack size: 1.5kg
- Batch code 1075 · Best before 12 September 2020
Raw Chicken & Tripe Dog Food
- Pack size: 1kg
- Batch code 1199/809 · Best before 19 July 2020
Raw Chicken & Beef Dog Food
- Pack size: 1kg
- Batch code 1223/828 · Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Chicken Dog Food
- Pack size: 2.5kg
- Batch code 1233 · Best before 12 November 2020
Raw Chicken Dog Food
- Pack size: 2.5kg
- Batch code 1235 · Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Chicken Wing Tips
- Pack size: 1.5kg
- Batch code 1235 · Best before 18 November 2020
Raw Tripe
- Pack size: 2.5kg
- Batch code 838 · Best before 15 November 2020
Raw Liver
- Pack size: 1kg
- Batch code 838 · Best before 27 November 2020
Raw Minced Chicken & Tripe Dog Food
- Pack size: 1kg
- Batch code 1237/839 · Best before 27 November 2020
Raw Chicken Drumsticks
- Pack size: 1.5kg
- Batch code 1236 · Best before 3 December 2020
Risk
Happy Hounds is recalling a range of its frozen raw dog food products on a precautionary basis as they may pose a risk to human and animal health. Sampling undertaken by the company has identified elevated levels of bacteria indicating a potential risk. A withdrawal and recall have been actioned by the company.
Action taken by the company
Happy Hounds is recalling the above products on a precautionary basis
What you should do
Our advice consumers (pet owners):
If you have bought any of the above products do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
When handling and serving raw pet food it is always advised to clean utensils and
feeding bowls thoroughly after use. Consumers should wash hands thoroughly after handling raw pet food, bowls, utensils or after contact with the faeces of animals. Raw pet food should be stored separately from any food (especially ready to
eat foods). Care should be taken when defrosting to avoid cross contamination of foods and surfaces.
More information
Happy Hounds is recalling a range of its frozen raw dog food products on a precautionary basis because they may pose a risk to human and animal health.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 7 February 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.