Carolina Prime Pet, Inc. (Lenoir, NC) has recalled five varieties of jerky pet treats after being notified by its customer that the products tested positive for Salmonella.

The recall was initiated on September 27, 2023, but was not publicized, as all of the affected products were supplied to a single customer, Hollywood Feed, LLC (Memphis, TN).

The following items were recalled:

• Hollywood Feed brand CAROLINA Made USA FARM RAISED BEEF JERKY (5oz / 141g; Lot 20082323; Best by 02/25/25 L2)
• Hollywood Feed brand CAROLINA Made USA FARMED RAISED CHICKEN JERKY (5oz / 141g; Lot 20082323; Best by 02/25/25 L2)
• Hollywood Feed brand CAROLINA Made WILD ELK JERKY (5oz / 141g; Lot 20082423; Best by 02/24/25 L2)
• Hollywood Feed brand CAROLINA Made PORK JERKY (6oz / 141g; Lot 20082523; Best by 02/25/2025 L2)
• Hollywood Feed brand CAROLINA Made USA FARMED RAISED TURKEY (6oz / 141g; Lot 20082423; Best by 02/24/2025 L2)

UPDATE (October 10, 2023): eFoodAlert has been advised by the manufacturer that all of the recalled items were withdrawn from the Hollywood Feed warehouse, and that none of the items were distributed for sale. Prompt action by both companies prevented the contaminated product from reaching consumers.

The manufacturer has recalled only one other product since its inception in 1998, according to FDA Enforcement Report archives. In 2012, Carolina Prime Pet recalled two lot codes of Priority Total Pet Care All Natural Bullstrips after the Colorado Department of Agriculture found Salmonella in a sample of the product.

The FDA conducted on-site inspections of the company’s manufacturing facility on four occasions in the past, beginning in 2009. In all cases, the inspectors found no objectionable conditions.

The most recent inspection was conducted ten years ago, in September 2013.

What consumers should know

Jerky pet treats may be contaminated with Salmonella. Always wash your hands with soap and water after handling any of these treats, and discourage young children from handling them.

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