Procter & Gamble (P&G) is recalling more pet food today because of concerns it could be tainted with Salmonella. Consumers who purchased the recalled foods should discard them.

Last week, P&G recalled two specific lots of Iams prescription cat food were recalled by P&G because they might be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. The expanded recall includes all dry sizes and varieties, all UPC codes, and “Best-By” dates 01Jul10 through 01Dec11 for Iams Veterinary Dry formulas, Eukanuba Naturally Wild, and Eukanuba Pure. Also Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin in all dry sizes, all UPC codes, and “Best-By” dates 01Jul10 through 01Dec11 are involved.

To date, no Salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.

People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody 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.

The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers in the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats, or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at www.iams.com.

For further information or a product replacement or refund P&G can be reached toll-free at 877-340-8823, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time.