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Quality and Safety in Pet Food

TLC Pet Food outlines our commitment to the safety and quality of our products amid news of recent salmonella outbreaks in the U.S. and Canada.

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Quality and safety in pet food have been front and center with the news of recent drug-resistant salmonella outbreaks happening in both the U.S. and Canada.

As pet owners ourselves, we understand how frightening and concerning news of these events can be and wanted to take a moment to review TLC’s commitment to quality and food safety.

TLC Pet Food is not affected by the outbreak or product recalls.

Product Recalls in the U.S. and Feeding Raw Pet Food in Canada Tied to Salmonella Outbreak

As this is a fast-moving situation, please find below reliable resources covering both outbreaks.

“The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state partners, is investigating seven human cases of Salmonella Kiambu infection potentially associated with pet food made by Mid America Pet Food.“ -Source: ‘FDA and CDC Investigate Cases of Salmonella Linked to Pet Food Made by Mid America Pet Food; Multiple Brands Recalled.’

“The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is collaborating with provincial public health partners, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Health Canada to investigate an outbreak of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) Salmonella infections in six provinces...”

“Based on the investigation findings to date, two sources have been identified, exposure to raw pet food, (and), contact with cattle…“

“PHAC does not recommend feeding raw pet food to pets, especially in households with young children or individuals who have a compromised immune system, as they are at greater risk for more serious illness.” – Source: ‘Public Health Notice: Outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Salmonella infections linked to raw pet food and contact with cattle.’

Who formulates TLC Pet Food?

All TLC Pet Food has been developed by professionally trained nutritionists holding Masters degrees in Animal Science and Nutrition from accredited North American Universities. Our ingredients are carefully sourced from responsible suppliers who share in our commitment to quality pet nutrition and safety.

Where is TLC Pet Food made, and what quality control measures are used to ensure the safety and quality of Whole Life Pet Food Formulas?

  • TLC Pet Food is made by a leading manufacturer located in Ontario, Canada, and is certified by the CFIA, the USDA, the EU, and the BRCGS.
  • Every ingredient is carefully inspected and tested by experienced scientists using comprehensive in-house laboratories before they are used to make TLC Whole Life Pet Food.
  • Every batch of TLC Pet Food undergoes stringent quality and safety processes throughout cooking and before shipment to our customers. Our food is tested for vomitoxin, aflatoxin, and Enterobacteriaceae and undergoes testing to ensure nutritional integrity.

Has TLC Pet Food ever experienced a recall?

Since our founding in 1994, TLC Pet Food has never experienced a recall.

Have more questions? Our dedicated TLC Pet Service Team is happy to help. Contact us here.

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