Cat Food Recall: Diamond Pet Food Carries low Levels of Thiamine

Diamond Pet Foods has issued a recall on several brands of their dry cat food because of low levels of thiamine, also known as Vitamin B1, an essential vitamin for cats.

However, only the following products with the Production Codes and Best By dates listed below are included in the recall.

-Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat Formula-18 lbs-NGF0703-10-Jul-2013; Premium Edge Finicky Adult Cat Formula- 6 lbs.-NGF0802-15-Aug-2013,16-Aug-2013; Premium Edge Senior Cat Hairball Management Formula-6 lbs. & 18 lbs.-NGS0101-03-Jan-2014,04-Jan-2014; Premium Edge Senior Cat Hairball Management Formula-6 lbs. & 18 lbs.-NGS0702-10-Jul-2013; Premium Edge Kitten Formula-6 oz. samples, 6 lbs. & 18 lbs.-MKT0901-26-Sept-2013,29-Sept-2013,30-Sept-2013,02-Oct-2013; Diamond Naturals Kitten Formula-6 oz. samples & 6 lbs.-MKT0901-30-Sept-2013, and 4health All Life Stages Cat Formula-5 lbs. & 18 lbs.-NGF0802-14-Aug-2013,18-Aug-2013

The Examiner.com writes that only cats fed the affected lots for several weeks may be at risk for developing the thiamine deficiency. Symptoms of thiamine deficiency in cats can be gastrointestinal or neurological in nature, and early signs of thiamine deficiency often may include decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting, and weight loss.

In some advanced cases, neurologic signs can develop which may include ventriflexion of the neck (bending towards the floor), wobbly walking, circling, falling, and seizures.

If you suspect that your cat may have consumed some of the recalled food or has these symptoms, it's important to contact your veterinarian immediately. If treated promptly, thiamine deficiency can be reversible.

Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled cat food should stop feeding the products and discard them safely. Questions or information on refunds or product replacement may be directed to the Pet Food Information Center at ­888­-965-­6131, Sunday through Saturday, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST.