Dog Food recommendations

[fr0sty]

We are in the process of switching to blue buffalo wilderness from diamond naturals lamb.

Besides the recall on diamond, our dog always has loose stools on it. Not sure if the food is the problem, but we will see.

[Chaws]

And another Diamond brand food recall just came out.

[LABS4ME]

same recall, added Diamond puppy to the list. None appear to be sold in MN or WI.

from MSNBC:

Quote:

Diamond Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling a third type of dry dog food because of salmonella concerns.

Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal and Rice Formula dry dog food and Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food has been sold in 12 states, including Maryland.

The company said the plant where the product is manufactured is the same plant that made food contaminated with mold, which killed dozens of dogs nationwide in 2005.

No dog illnesses have been reported from this product to date.

The company said the following products with the specific production and "Best Before" codes be discarded.

Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal and Rice Formula dry dog food:

6lb - DLR0101D3XALW, "Best Before" Date 04 Jan 2013 
 20lb - DLR0101C31XAG, "Best Before" Date 03 Jan 2013 
40lb - DLR0101C31XMF, "Best Before" Date 03 Jan 2013 
40lb - DLR0101C31XAG, "Best Before" Date 03 Jan 2013 
40lb - DLR0101D32XMS, "Best Before" Date 04 Jan 2013

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.These batches were distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Virginia.

Diamond Puppy Formula dry dog food:

6oz Samples – DPP0401 
8 lb – DPP0401B2XALW, "Best Before" Date 07 Apr 2013 
20 lb – DPP0101C31XRB, "Best Before" Date 11 Jan 2013
20 lb – DPP0101C31XME, "Best Before" Date 11 Jan 2013
20 lb – DPP0401B22XJW, "Best Before" Date 06 Apr 2013
40 lb – DPP0101C31XME, "Best Before" Date 11 Jan 2013
40 lb – DPP0401B22XJW, "Best Before" Date 06 Apr 2013
40 lb – DPP0401A21XAW, "Best Before" Date 06 Apr 2013
40 lb – DPP0401B21XDJ, "Best Before" Date 07 Apr 2013

These batches were distributed in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, Georgia, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Maryland, Michigan, Tennessee and Virginia.

Questions?

Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or who would like replacement product or a refund, can call Diamond Pet Foods at 800-442-0402.

[ETH310]

Diamond is being recalled for Salmonella right? Isn't everybody who does the raw diet exposing their dog to the same thing? My dogs have ate everything from feces to dead animals to garbage. I wouldn't think Salmonella would affect them that much. That being said, I would rather feed my pup quality food not contaminated with Salmonella if given a choice.

[fr0sty]

As an update, we fully switched our dog from diamond natural lamb to blue buffalo wilderness checking. Her [PoorWordUsage] are now much smaller and firm. They are a breeze to pick up when compared to the half pudding we would get with the diamond.

[nofishfisherman]

I just looked at the recall info for Diamond. I didn't realize all of the foods that Diamond makes which include Taste of the Wild which is what I feed my dog.

The recalled food wasn't directly distributed to MN but it could have still made it here through secondary distribution (a pet food chain buys it and then distributes it to their stores on their own).

Its probably worth looking into, I know I'll check the bag at home just in case.

Also the recall didn't stem from sick dogs the way it sounds, it stemed from sick humans that came in contact with the food or with a dog that had eaten the food.

[reinhard1]

i dont have any problems with Diamond products. went to Fleet Farm today and got some more. talked to the guy there stocking the products and it seems the same is being sold as always [little more now since there is a sale on some of the bags]. recalls happen. my chocolate lab is doing just fine. good stools and shinny coat and clean teeth and the vet says she's doing fine. not being an expert on dogs i think dogs just are different and react different to brands of food. we all want the best for our pets and feed them what works the best. good luck.

[Down2Earth]

I went to the local store today and picked up another bag of Diamond Naturals Chicken. 40 pound bag on sale for $27.49

[deerminator]

I picked up another two 40 lb bags of Diamond dog food for $19.99 a bag at Fleet Farm this week. Has been working great for my two Beagles.

[TylerS]

Remy gets Purina Pro Plan High Performance. If it ain't broke, don't fix it

[SledNeck]

If you're feeding Diamond products, make sure the check into their recent recall. Their last recall killed hundreds of dogs.

This recall is for the Naturals Lamb formula so I'd get your dog off it as soon as possible.

http://www.huliq.com/10473/diamond-naturals-dog-food-recalled-possible-salmonella-contamination

[reinhard1]

i've read the past recall notice's because i feed my dog Diamond products. i have seen no reports of dog's that have died. even in the article that was provided by the poster it said "so far there have been no reports of illness". it is also a precautionary recall. so far this product does very well for my dog and i will continue using it. recalls happen with a lot of products, just have to be aware and informed and take actions as needed [if needed]. good luck.

[Dotch]

Doesn't appear Diamond has an exclusive on pet food recalls and this link is just the most recent stuff. How many of us are driving Fords, Chevy's, Dodge's, Toyota's, etc. that have had recall notices?

http://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/dog-food-recalls/

[Cobber]

My girl eats the Nutro Natural Choice, Lamb Meal & Rice Formula.

Very good luck, beautiful dark coat (Chocolate Lab).

Neutro has quite a few formulas to match up with you, but they also have a 'High Energy' formula for the fall hunting season- real happy with the line.

[DaSwede]

Anybody feed Redpaw or Fromm?

[MuleShack]

Diamond Pet Foods Expands Voluntary Recall

Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food

Production Code 0801 Due to Small Potential for Salmonella Contamination

Consumer Contact: 866-918-8756

Media Contact: 816-255-1974

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 18, 2012

Diamond Pet Foods is expanding a voluntary recall to include its Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula dry dog food manufactured on Aug. 26, 2011 due to potential exposure to Salmonella. No illnesses have been reported. The product was distributed in the following states: Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin. Further distribution through other pet food channels may have occurred.

Pet owners may call toll-free at 1-866-918-8756, Monday through Sunday, 8 am – 6 pm EST. Diamond Pet Foods apologizes for any issues this may have caused pet owners and their pets.

The product is Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula. Only samples, 6 pound and 18 pound bag sizes are affected.

Production Code & Best Before Date

DSL0801, 26-Aug-2012

DSL0801, 26-Aug-2012

DSL0801, 27-Sept- 2012 (Product manufactured on Aug. 26, and packaged on Sept. 27)

DSL0801, 18-Oct- 2012 (Product manufactured on Aug. 26, and packaged on Oct. 18)

DSL08001, (Samples)

Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

Strike 3???

At some point you have to ask yourself what kind of quality control do they have over there!

[cavalierowner]

You also have to ask yourself: at what point to I give up on brand loyalty and switch to something else? This is a different production plant from the earlier recalls that this latest recall came out of; Missouri this time.

[rundrave]

yeah this really has me 2nd guessing my choice to continue feeding diamond.

[LABS4ME]

I have fed Diamond Naturals for years... Cannidae prior to that... so that would still be on the list.

Pet foods produced by Diamond:

Solid Gold

Canidae/Felidae

Natural Balance

Kirkland (Costco Brand)

Chicken Soup

Taste of the Wild

4-Health (Tractor Supply Brand)

At the moment I am feeding Precise Holistic as my Sister's friend is a distrubutor and he had 4 bags he donated to her silent auction... got them for 15-20 bucks a bag... Just opened the last bag. I will most likely go back to Diamond as it is for the most part not associated with the factory that produces our food and the dates were from last Winter throuh March.

Good Luck!

Ken

[Gophereyes]

I think Diamond is a good value and I had one of my dogs on it. My newer dog didn't do so well on it and I switched them both to Taste of the Wild. That seems to be working ok.

[Kyhl]

That explains it. I didn't know that Diamond made Solid Gold.

A few years ago we were using Solid Gold and had a bad bag. One dog threw up right after eating, the other wouldn't touch it. Exchanged the bag and things were good.

Have since changed to another brand with no more problems.

With all this information I don't know why people keep using it. To each their own I guess.

[FCspringer]

This cracks me up/ All brands have or will have a recall. Most likely if you google it you will see your co had one or several. If you visit a rendering plant and see the crud that goes in dog food you will wonder why they don't get sick more often. Feeding Naturals chicken and no problems. Not worried about it at all. Had a guy tell us all we don't deserve our dogs because of it, and Eukanuba was the best, Bla bla bla. So I posted some Euk and Iams recalls and he shut up. Personally I like the fact that a company has the balls to let us know and do something about it. the "Right" thing to do. Others will let your dogs get sick and say nothing.. I have seen that in other brands. By now the line is cleaned well enough for you to eat off of. I thank them for letting us know.

[MuleShack]

The FDA considers dog food the same as human consumable food as far as ware house storage and shipping goes. There should be some guidelines as far as processing and handling of it put in place to prevent these issues.

I myself find it unacceptable that they (pet food manufacturers) can produce something that may kill an animal, even if they have the balls to let everyone know about it.

If the company has 1 issue, then they learn from it, and make changes...the 2nd time and third time lead me to believe they are missing something or are not too concerned about quality.

[cavalierowner]

The FDA considers dog food the same as human consumable food as far as ware house storage and shipping goes. There should be some guidelines as far as processing and handling of it put in place to prevent these issues.

I myself find it unacceptable that they (pet food manufacturers) can produce something that may kill an animal, even if they have the balls to let everyone know about it.

If the company has 1 issue, then they learn from it, and make changes...the 2nd time and third time lead me to believe they are missing something or are not too concerned about quality.

I agree completely with you. One recall, OK learn from it; 2 recalls, I seriously question their quality control; 3 strikes, you're out. I am currently feeding Holistic Select and to my knowledge they have never had a recall. But if they ever did have recalls like Diamond has, you can bet your life they'd be out the door! As a breeder we don't take any unnecessary chances.

[luckycrank]

my two english setters where on diamond for years vomiting was a bit of an issue , had hollistic select for a year or two a bit better but still had vomiting issues , eagle pack is what im now currently feeding , was less vomiting out of both my dogs , harder firmer stool also.