On January 9, 2013, Nestlé Purina® PetCare Company recalled its Waggin’ Train and Canyon Creek Chicken Jerky dog treats sold across the United States. The company recalled the product after trace amounts of an antibiotic approved for use in poultry in China, but not the United States, was detected in samples of Canyon Creek and Waggin’ Train chicken jerky used in the affected products by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM).
While Nestlé Purina® PetCare Company said that the products are safe for consumption, differences in regulation between the United States and China brought forth the decision to remove the affected product from retail locations across the United States.
The initial recall was only in the state of New York, but it was quickly expanded nationwide, with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also being notified. This recall does not affect Canyon Creek Ranch dog and cat foods made in the United States.
To find out more on how to receive a refund or the recall in general,
consumers can reach the Nestle Purina® Office of Consumer Affairs by phone at 1-800-982-0704.
Customers can also go to Waggin’ Train Dog Treats for more information.