(RightIsRight.co) – In yet another example of how excessive regulation stifles American entrepreneurship and innovation, the Food Drug Administration (FDA) has forced a small American business to recall its dog treats in 16 states.
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Carolina Prime Pet, a North Carolina-based company, is now facing unnecessary scrutiny over its “Hollywood Feed Carolina Made Chicken Chips” dog treats.
The FDA announced on November 23, 2024, that Carolina Prime Pet is recalling 400 bags of their dog treats due to potential Salmonella contamination.
This recall affects 16 states, including Texas, and products sold online. The government’s heavy-handed approach comes despite no reported illnesses connected to these threats, raising questions about the necessity of such drastic measures.
While the FDA claims this recall is for public safety, it is important to note that this is a precautionary measure based on testing of related products.
This kind of overregulation puts unnecessary pressure on small businesses, forcing them to bear the costs of recalls and potentially damaging their reputations.
The affected treats have an expiration date of November 13, 2025, and a lot code of 20051324L2.
Dog owners who have purchased these treats are being told to stop using them immediately and contact Carolina Prime Pet for a refund or replacement.
The FDA’s heavy-handed approach is particularly concerning when it is considered that the contamination was discovered through routine quality control by a third-party lab.
This shows that the company was already responsible for ensuring product safety without government intervention. It is clear that private industry is capable of self-regulation without the need for constant government oversight.
While the government claims to be protecting public health, the symptoms of Salmonella in both humans and pets are typically mild and self-limiting.
The FDA’s alarmist approach, warning of potential transmission between pets and humans, seems designed to create fear rather than provide balanced information.
Carolina Prime Pet said in a statement:
“Salmonella can affect animals eating the product and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.”
This recall is just the latest in a series of government intrusions into the pet food industry. In October, another company, Answers Pet Food, was forced to recall products due to similar concerns.
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