On January 14th, the FDA issued a health alert for Merrick Beef Filet Squares. A dog treat packaged and distributed by Merrick Pet Care. Merrick Pet Care initiated a voluntary withdrawal of 72 cases of 10 oz. Beef Filet Squares from the market on January 11th, 2010 in cooperation with the FDA. The treats may be contaminated with Salmonella.

Merrick has noted they there are approximately 20 cases that have yet to be recovered and may be in consumers hands. Consumers have been told to dispose of any Beef Filet Squares from lot “9323 best buy 111911.”

More information can be found in this FDA announcement. Read announcement.