Adapted from a press release:
Stratford Care USA Inc of Odessa Florida USA has issued a recall due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin A according to the Food and Drug Administration. Stratford Care USA Inc operates solely as a distributor for supplements and companion animal products; lots involved were produced by contract manufacturers prior to being sold directly to them for distribution by them.
Stratford Care USA, Inc has taken this action following reports from one consumer regarding their dog showing symptoms of vitamin A toxicity after taking one of its supplements. This incident represents the only adverse event to date for which they have received reports. Stratford Care USA, Inc is solely a distributor of supplements and other companion animal products manufactured by contract manufacturers sold exclusively through them to Stratford Care USA Inc.
Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for dogs; however, elevated intake may result in health issues depending on both its dose and length of exposure. Vitamin A toxicity symptoms may include general malaise, anorexia, usea, peeling skin irritations, weakness, tremors, convulsions paralysis and even death.
Stratford Care USA is taking all appropriate steps, in coordination with the FDA, to remove from market all lot numbers in these products that have been found containing trace metal contamination. No other Stratford Care USA products are affected.
Omega-3 Supplements for cats and dogs were distributed across the United States via veterinary clinics, distribution centers, retail stores, online market places such as Amazon and Chewy.
Identification of Recalled Dog and Cat Supplements
A white plastic container containing 60 soft gels bears markings on its bottom that read “lot 31133 EXP 04/13/23” and “lot 30837 EXP 10/26/22”, respectively; this product has also been privately labeled under various brand names; please refer to the following chart and labels for identification purposes.