Reported Jun 6, 2024
Spectrum Brands Pet Care Recalls Pet Fur deShedding Conditioner Due to Risk of Exposure to Bacteria
Spectrum Brands Pet LLC of Middleton, Wisconsin
High riskUsing this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pet conditioner and contact the firm to receive a full refund. Do not empty the product prior to disposal or pour the product down the toilet or drain. Consumers should mark the product with the word "Recalled", upload a picture of the product's UPC, date, and customer initials, then upload a photo of the disposed product in the trash online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/FURminator. Upon successful registration, the firm will issue a refund to purchasers.
Firm contact: Spectrum Brands Pet Care toll-free at 888-837-6688 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or online at www.prodprotect.com/recall/FURminator or www.spectrumbrands.com and click on "Product Recalls" on the bottom of the page for more information.
What it looks like
Is this the product you have?
- FURminator deShedding Ultra Premium Dog Conditioner (1 Gallon)
- UPCs
854460001073- Amount recalled
- About 102,000 (In addition, about 250 were sold in Canada)
Where it was sold
Sold at Online at Amazon.com, Chewy.com and Petsmart.com and in Petsmart stores nationwide from January 2022 through April 2024 for about $63..
Why it was recalled
Stop using this product now
The recalled conditioner can contain bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, an environmental organism found widely in soil and water. People with weakened immune systems or external medical devices who are exposed to Pseudomonas aeruginosa face a risk of serious infection that may require medical treatment. The bacteria can enter the body if inhaled, through the eyes, or through a break in the skin. People with healthy immune systems are usually not affected by the bacteria.
Using this product could cause serious injury, illness or death — stop using it now.
Reports so far: The firm has received four reports of mold developing in the container. No injuries have been reported.
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