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Nov 06, 2009 (Sun Sentinel - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- The Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners not to use treats made from pig ears or beef hooves by Pet Carousel because they may be tainted with salmonella.

The products made by the Sanger, Ca., company were distributed nationwide. Affected items include hoove treats sold under the names Choo Hooves, Dentley's, Doggie Delight and Pet Carousel; and ear treats sold under the name Doggie Delight and Pet Carousel. All sizes and lots of these products are included in the warning.

Federal regulators issued the advisory after routine testing turned up salmonella in the Pet Carousel pig ears. FDA officials then inspected the manufacturing plant and found further evidence of the bacteria in pet treats gathered there. No illnesses have been reported.

Symptoms of salmonella poisoning in animals include diarrhea, fever and vomiting, but may be as minor as decreased appetitie or abdominal pain. Salmonella in pet food can be transmitted to humans who handle it and do not wash their hands.

The FDA advises consumers to discard the suspect product. Refunds are not being offered at this point, as there is no official recall.

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