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Hi Sandi,

Many pet owners share your same concerns. I know I have switched my pets' foods to higher protein sources and higher quality foods since the pet food recall scare. We simply know a lot more about these issues now than many of us did back then.

I would recommend that you contact Iams with your concerns. They will be able to better tell you the source of their ingredients. You can contact them via the feedback form on their website or phone them at 1-800-675-3849.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

I would like to use your product but if your still making it in China or even if your making it here but receiving the ingredients from China then I'm not interested. Can you tell me where the cat food is made and where the ingredients come from. I try not to by "ANYTHING" made in china. I think they are trying to kill us. This may sound extream but look what they did with baby formala, Or the bad tires they sent to the USA, the lead in the toys, We spent years getting companies to remove lead from the paint in toys and home products. I'm tied of dealing with crap from China. You get what you pay for. Sorry to go on about this but if we don't rebell we are going to be the laughing stock of the world.

-- Contributed by: Sandi Sampson

Hi Brenda,

I have not heard of any recent recalls in September 2009, but you may want to go ahead and give the Iams company a call and make certain for your area. Although the organ failure may be unrelated, be sure to hold onto the food as it may need to be tested. In the meantime, and to be on the safe side, don't feed your cat anymore from that particular bag of food. Please keep us posted. I hope your cat gets better soon.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

I recently bought a bag of Iams cat food the original in the orange bag. Four days after my cat refuses to eat and drink.. I took her to the vet and they have been doing test on her kidneys they think she may have kidney damage. Its been 14 days and she refuses to eat her food.. I have taken it away. She is just now drinking water and eating slowly raw meat, and treats and fresh cooked chicken.. I have feed her Iams for 12 years and this is a first.. $279.00 then another $80.00 for more blood test.. I fear the worst.. I live in Williams Lake British Columbia and purchased the food from Save on Foods.. Please help me if there has been any further recalls.. Brenda Weekes...

-- Contributed by: Brenda Weekes

Hi Koonce,

I'm so sorry to hear your cat is having these problems. I would take the cat to the vet immediately. Also, take the food so it can be tested for any toxins. If it turns out that the food does have toxins, notify the company immediately so a recall can be put out to protect other pets out there. If your cat is a male, he may have some crystals and need to be on special food to prevent the further formation. Either way, if the cat cannot urinate it is potentially lethal and important to get him/her to the vet quickly. Please let us know what the vet says.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

My wife purchased a 10lb of Iams cat food and we are just about through it. My cat now cannot urinate and what is coming out is bloody. This is similar to what happened to our dog last year and we had to put her down. It does not look like Iams has solved their problem and they are still peddling the same toxic stuff.

-- Contributed by: Enter your name here

Hi Ellen,

As far as I know, there haven't been any additional recalls. One thing I would look for in any food I gave my cats is the grade of meat that the manufacturer uses. By products are often sub-standard. You will pay more for a cat food without by products, however. I would buy the best food you can afford on your budget. Right now we use a food that is organic with only whole meat parts and no fillers. It costs about $16.99 for a 5 lb. bag, but I only have two smallish cats. Hope that helps with your decision.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

What is the latest on Iams cat food? Is it now safe??? Thanks

-- Contributed by: ellen rudomanski

Hi William,

Back in March of 2007, Iams announced a voluntary participation in the Pet Food Recall that was going on last spring. The FDA has a news release on their website. The recall was for wet foods, if I remember correctly, not the dry. Also, that was quite some time ago, so in theory, the food should now be safe.

However, many of us pet owners switched to organic, higher quality foods after that recall scare. I switched my own cats and dogs. I wasn't as aware of what was in my pets' foods as I should have been and once I started reading about some of the substandard products some of these pet food companies use, I immediately switched my pets to better products. I would look for things such as no byproducts or fillers and whole or human grade meats. Your local pet supply store and health food stores should have a nice selection. You may also want to discuss options with your veterinarian. Iams may be perfect for your cats, or you may decide you need a change. It really does depend on your cats and what is in the product.

You are right that the information is confusing. You will find info on everything from a raw diet for your cats to dry being best for them. I would discuss my concerns with the veterinarian, because he or she knows your cats from personal contact and can help you make the decision that is best for you cats and their dietary needs.

-- Contributed by: LoriSoard

We are very concerned about the food we are giving our two cats. We have been giving them Iams dry. Could you please contact us at the above address and advise us whether the food is safe? There is so much information produced that we are confused. Thank you so much for any and all help with this matter. We are very nervous and need to know as quickly as possible.

-- Contributed by: William C. Reynolds
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