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Go Raw LLC is recalling 10-ounce bags of Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Nuggets because testing found the product may contain low levels of thiamine (vitamin B1).Thiamine is essential for cats, and deficiency can cause symptoms such as decreased appetite, vomiting, weight loss, and stunted growth. In severe cases, cats may develop neurological issues, including vision changes, unbalanced walking, seizures, and neck bending.Consumers should stop feeding the product immediately and return it for a full refund, and contact a veterinarian if their cat shows signs of thiamine deficiency.
Ensuring your cat gets enough nutrients begins with a healthy diet. If you feed your cat Quest-branded food, you may want to check the label, as the company is recalling a select lot of its cat food as it may contain low levels of thiamine, according to an announcement by the U.S Food & Drug Administration.
According to the release, Go Raw LLC is recalling 10-ounce bags of its Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Nuggets with the lot code #C25288 and best-buy date of October 15, 2027. The product was distributed nationwide through retail stores in Colorado, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Michigan, California, Texas, and Illinois.
The recall was initiated after the company received a report of illness potentially connected to the Quest cat food. Product from the affected lot was submitted for testing, and results indicated that levels of thiamine (vitamin B1) were below the required amounts for felines. Additional testing revealed the lot may not meet thiamine requirements. The company has implemented corrective actions to prevent this issue from happening again.
According to the FDA, thiamine is essential for cats, and they may become vitamin B1-deficient if they are fed a diet low in thiamine. Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting, weight loss, or stunted growth. In severe cases, neurological signs may develop, including brain fog, vision changes, unbalanced walking, circling, falling, seizures, and bending of the neck towards the floor.
One confirmed report of illness associated with the recalled cat food has been reported so far. The cat was treated by a veterinarian and recovered. If your cat appears to have thiamine deficiency, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Consumers who purchased the recalled product should stop feeding it to their cat and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Individuals with questions may contact Go Raw LLC by emailing [email protected] or calling 801-432-7478, Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. eastern time.
