Over 60 Brands of Omega 3 Supplements for Pets Recalled After Dog Gets Sick

Over 60 brands of Omega 3 supplements for cats and dogs are being recalled due to potentially dangerous levels of Vitamin A (an essential nutrient that can cause health issues when too much is consumed over time). This recall by distributor Stratford Care USA, Inc comes after a single report of a dog experiencing symptoms of vitamin A toxicity.  

What’s Recalled

The questionable Omega 3 Supplements for cats and dogs were distributed throughout the United States in veterinary clinics, distribution centers, retail stores, and online marketplaces such as Amazon and Chewy. 

According to the FDA, they come in white plastic containers, containing 60 soft gels. The marking on the bottom of the container states “lot 31133 EXP 04/13/23” and “lot 30837 EXP 10/26/22.” This product has been private labeled under various brand names. 

Here is the full list of brand names, product names, then UPC numbers (if applicable):

1. Orlando Vets | Omega-V3 Softgels
2. All Creatures Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels 
3. All Veterinary Supply, INC | Omega-V3 Softgels
4. Jungle Pet | Skin+Coat Omega-3 Soft Gels | 85000395223
5. Animal Medical Clinic | Omega V3 Softgels | 169682510808
6. Animal Medical Clinic Melbourne Beach | Omega V3 Softgels     
7. Animal Care Hospital | Omega-3 Fatty Acid Max Strength Soft Gels
8. Animal Medical Center | Omega-V3 Softgels 
9. Barnes Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
10. Brentwood Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
11. Cherokee Trail Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
12. Clinton Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
13. Clyde’s Animal Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
14. Coastal Animal Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
15. Columbia Hospital For Animals | Omega-V3 Softgels
16. Compassion Veterinary Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
17. Doc Ladue’s | Omega-V3 Softgels
18. Dogwood Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
19. Doral Centre Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
20. Eagles Landing Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
21. Pet Health Solutions | Omega Caps | 814087005489
22. SPCA of North Brevard | Omega-V3 Soft Gels     
23. LaVale Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
24. Twin Maples | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
25. University Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
26. Venice Pines Veterinary Clinic | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
27. Lake Dow Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
28. MVH Mann Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
29. All Paws Animal Clinic Royal Palm Beach | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
30. Bottle Tree Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
31. Brookwood Veterinary Clinic | Omega-V3 Soft Gels 
32. Cleveland Park Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Soft Gels
33. Crown Heights Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
34. Eagle’s Landing Veterinary Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
35. LVH Veterinary | Omega-V3 Softgels
36. Mt Orab Veterinary Clinic | Dr. Hayes’s Omega-V3 Soft Gels
37. Oak Tree Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
38. Patterson Veterinary Hospital – Mason | Omega-V3 Softgels
39. Prospect Heights Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
40. Smyth County Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
41. Stateline Animal Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
42. The Pet Clinic of Urbana, LLC | Omega-V3 Softgels
43. Valdosta Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
44. Viking Community Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
45. Westbrook Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
46. My Pet Hospital | Omega-3 Soft Gels
47. North Shore Animal League America | Omega-V3 Softgels
48. NPC Northgate Pet Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
49. Northwest Tennessee Veterinary Services | Omega-V3 Softgels
50. Pawstruck.com | Omega-V3 Soft Gels | 850005963080
51. Perry Animal Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels
52. Pleasant Plains Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
53. Seiler Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels
54. Stratford Animal Health | Omega-V3 Softgels    
55. Summerfields Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels    
56. SensoVet Animal Health Wellness | Advanced Omega-3 Softgel    
57. University Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels    
58. Vet4Bulldog | V4B Bully Fish oil omega-3 EFA | 603981565911
59. Waggin’ Wheel Vet Clinic | Omega-V3 Softgels    
60. Wellsboro Small Animal Hospital Veterinary Medical Center | Omega-V3 Softgels    
61. Wickham Road Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels    
62. Wilton Manors Animal Hospital | Omega-V3 Softgels    

According to FDA’s official recall notice, “Stratford Care USA, Inc is solely a distributor of supplements and other companion animal products. The lots in question were produced by a contract manufacturer and sold to Stratford Care USA, Inc.” They are currently taking all necessary steps in collaboration with the FDA to remove the recalled products from the market. No other Stratford Care USA, Inc products are affected.

Vitamin A’s Impact on Our Dogs

Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for dogs and belongs in a healthy diet. However, consuming too much over a period of time can cause health issues. According to the FDA, Vitamin A toxicity may include:

• General malaise
• Anorexia
• Nausea
• Peeling skin
• Weakness
• Tremors
• Convulsions
• Paralysis
• Death

Give these Supplements? 

If you have any of the recalled Omega 3 supplements, you’re asked to stop feeding them to your furry family members immediately. Throw any remaining supplements away in a container where no other animals, including wildlife, can access it. 

Consumers are invited to reach out to Stratford Care USA, Inc with any questions or for refunds. You may call 877-498-2002, Monday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST or via email at Adversevents@stratfordrx.com.

Customers who purchased this product directly from Stratford Care USA Inc, can receive a full refund by emailing their information to refunds@stratfordrx.com