WASHINGTON, D.C. — Lystn, LLC, operating as ANSWERS Pet Food of Fleetwood, PA, has announced the voluntary withdrawal of specific lots of its pet food products. This decision follows the detection of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in samples collected by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), prompting concerns over potential health implications for both pets and humans.
The products in question include ANSWERS Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs, ANSWERS Straight Beef Formula for Dogs, and ANSWERS Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs. These items, distributed nationwide through retail and online channels, are being withdrawn as a precautionary measure, despite no confirmed illnesses linked to these lots.
Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes are pathogens known to cause serious health issues. While Listeria rarely affects dogs, it can lead to mild symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting, and asymptomatic carriers may transmit the bacteria to humans. Human infection with Listeria can result in severe symptoms, including fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal distress, posing significant risks to vulnerable populations such as young children and the elderly.
Similarly, Salmonella can affect pets and humans, with symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal distress to more severe complications like arterial infections or arthritis. Pets may exhibit lethargy, fever, and vomiting, while humans handling contaminated products are advised to maintain rigorous hygiene practices to mitigate infection risks.
The implicated lots are identifiable by specific UPC codes and expiration dates, including:
- ANSWERS Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs (UPC: 856554002102), Lot Code: BUBD MAY 06, 2026
- ANSWERS Straight Beef Formula for Dogs (UPC: 856554002072), Lot Code: BUBD JAN 31, 2026
- ANSWERS Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs (UPC: 856554002065), Lot Codes: BUBD JAN 02, 2026 & MAR 11, 2026
Consumers in possession of these products are urged to dispose of them safely, ensuring that they are inaccessible to children, pets, and wildlife. Areas in contact with these foods should be thoroughly sanitized. For refunds, customers are instructed to send a receipt and product photographs to info@answerspetfood.com.
ANSWERS Pet Food stated that it is committed to transparency and consumer safety, expressing readiness to collaborate with the FDA in ongoing investigations. The company emphasized its dedication to delivering safe and nutritious pet food through innovative methods like fermentation and probiotics, which help prevent pathogen growth.
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