The FDA Just Recalled 21 Popular Dog Foods for This Terrifying Reason

Humans have always been told to watch what they eat—but the same rule goes for our four-legged friends, too. And if you're feeding your dog some select Sunshine Mills products, then your pooch could be in peril. The United States Food and Drug Administration just announced that it has recalled 21 popular dog foods that contain high levels of aflatoxin, a mold byproduct that could hurt your pet if they eat a lot of it.

Your pup could be experiencing aflatoxin toxicity (aflatoxicosis) if it becomes sluggish or tired, loses its appetite, vomits, gets diarrhea, or has a yellow color in their eyes or gums. If you notice these symptoms, you should take your pet to the veterinarian immediately.

This isn't the first time Sunshine Mills has come under fire for its pet products. In September, three of its dog food brands were recalled for unhealthy levels of aflatoxin. The company also recalled Nature's Menu Super Premium dog food (the chicken and quail blend) in August because of salmonella concerns.

To find out which exact dog foods you should avoid, according to the FDA's Oct. 8 announcement, read on. And for more pet products to watch out for, know that Petco Just Took This Controversial Product Off Its Shelves.

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1 Champ

Recalled: Mini Chunk Dog Food Beef and Chicken Flavor

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2 Field Trial

Recalled: Complete Nutrition Premium dog food

3 Good Dog

Recalled: Hi-Energy Formula

And for more food you shouldn't give your pup, here's why Feeding Your Dog This Diet Could Cause Heart Problems, Experts Say.

4 Hunter's Special

Recalled: Hi-Energy Formula for dogs, Maintenance Formula for dogs, and Farm & Ranch Recipe Super Chunks for dogs

5 Old Glory

Recalled: Hearty Beef & Chicken Flavor dog food

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6 Paws Happy Life

Recalled: Nutritionally Complete dog food

7 Pet Expert

Recalled: Always Fit Formula

8 Principle

Recalled: Super Premium Natural Dog Food Breeder Pack

9 Retriever

Recalled: Bites & Bones Adult Complete Nutrition Savory Chicken Flavor

10 River Bend

Recalled: Select dog food and Basic Nutrition dog food

11 Sportsman's Pride

Recalled: Maintenance Adult Formula dog foodae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb

12 Sprout

Recalled: The Bites & Bones, Hi-Protein, Maintenance, and Puppy food

13 Thrifty

Recalled: Adult dog food

14 Top Runner

Recalled: Premium dog food

15 Whiskers & Tails

Recalled: Adult Recipe Complete dog food

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