Dog Death Toll Climb Connected To Recalled Pet Food Made In Oklahoma

Dozens of dogs have now died after eating a brand of pet food that was made at an Oklahoma plant. The FDA said more than 110 dogs have already died and more than 210 are reported as sick after eating the food, but the FDA said those numbers likely do not reflect the true impact. Earlier in the month about 70 dog deaths and 80 illnesses were linked to the Sportmix pet foods. Related Story: Midwestern Pet Foods is headquartered in Indiana, but it has a manufacturing plant in Chickasha where the

Friday, January 29th 2021, 8:40 am

By: Tess Maune

Dozens of dogs have now died after eating a brand of pet food that was made at an Oklahoma plant.

The FDA said more than 110 dogs have already died and more than 210 are reported as sick after eating the food, but the FDA said those numbers likely do not reflect the true impact.

Earlier in the month about 70 dog deaths and 80 illnesses were linked to the Sportmix pet foods.

Midwestern Pet Foods is headquartered in Indiana, but it has a manufacturing plant in Chickasha where the FDA said the dangerous pet food products were produced.

The company recalled all its dog and cat foods made in Oklahoma that include corn products.

The recall includes Sportmix, Pro Pac and Nunn pet foods and Splash Fat Cat fish foods that have an expiration date on or before July 9, 2022. They will also have "05" in the date/lot code.

The FDA said it found high levels of aflatoxins in the foods, which are toxins produced by mold that can cause death and illness in pets. The toxins can be present even if there is no visible mold.

The FDA said symptoms include sluggishness, loss of appetite, vomiting, jaundice or diarrhea and said in some cases the toxicity can cause long-term liver issues without showing symptoms right away.

The agency said if your pet ate any of the recalled food, it would be a good idea to set up an appointment with your veterinarian.