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Mars Petcare recalled all dry dog and cat food produced at the company's plant in Everson, Pa., between Feb. 18 and July 29, 2008, because it may be contaminated with salmonella. The food was distributed in 31 states.
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The recalled food includes the brands Pedigree, Members Mark, Wegman's Pet Pride, and PMI Nutrition. There is a possible link between the food and two isolated cases of people being infected with this strain of salmonella, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Salmonella can cause serious infections in animals and, if there is cross contamination through handling of pet food, in people as well, especially children, ...