September 12, 2018
Steve’s Real Food Voluntarily Recall Due to Possible Salmonella and Listeria Contamination

Steve’s Real Food Voluntarily Recall Due to Possible Salmonella and Listeria Contamination

Steve’s Real Food of Salt Lake City, Utah is voluntarily recalling one lot of 5lb Turducken Recipe, one lot of 2lb Quest Emu Diet, and one lot of 2lb Quest Beef Diet, due to their possible Salmonella and/or L. mono contamination.

This recall includes only the lots listed below.

Please see below for the full FDA Recall alert and check your bags to make sure you pet isn’t in danger.

Consumers Contact information for Steve’s Real Food Products:

888-526-1900

From FDA.GOV

Steve’s Real Food of Salt Lake City, Utah is voluntarily recalling one lot of 5lb Turducken Recipe, one lot of 2lb Quest Emu Diet, and one lot of 2lb Quest Beef Diet, due to their possible Salmonella and/or L. mono contamination.

Salmonella and L. mono can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. Symptoms of infection in people include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella and/or L. mono infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected, but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

The affected products were nationally distributed and are identified with the following UPC codes and the “Best by” date located on the front of the bag.

Product Name/Size LOT # UPC Best By Date
Steve’s Real Food Turducken Recipe/5# J155 6-91730-15304-5 6/4/19
Quest Emu Diet/2# B138 6-91730-17103-2 8/18/19
Quest Beef Diet/2# A138 6-91730-17101-8 8/18/19

This recall is being initiated after the firm was notified by the Washington Department of  Agriculture when sample was collected and tested positive for Salmonella and/or L. mono. The firm did conduct their own test which resulted in a negative result for both Salmonella and L. mono. However, because of their commitment to overall safety and quality, Steve’s Real Food is conducting a voluntary recall of this product. Consumers should also follow the safe handling tips published on the Steve’s Real Food packaging, when disposing of the affected product.

No pet or human illnesses from this product have been reported to date.

This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Consumers are encouraged to check the lot code and best buy date of any 5lb frozen Turducken, 2lb Quest Emu or 2lb Quest Beef. Any product with the noted lot code and best buy dates hould be returned to the specialty retailer where product was purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Steve’s Real Food at 888-526-1900, Monday – Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm MTN.

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Affected Product Labels:

  • •	Steve’s Real Food Turducken Recipe/5#, UPC 6-91730-15304-5
  • Quest Emu Diet/2#, UPC 6-91730-17103-2
  • Quest Beef Diet/2#, UPC 6-91730-17101-8

Luma-Tech, LLC is in no way affiliated with Steve’s Real Food or any products listed in this recall article. This article is posted based on public information available on FDA regarding the Steve’s Real Food 2018 Recall and is intended for information purposes only. Any questions regarding this recall should be directed at Steve’s Real Food company.

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