Rancidity

Several rehabilitators on the East Coast noticed a very strong off-odor when opening multiple cans of this lot number. A sample was submitted to Midwest Labs (Omaha, NE) for a peroxide value (PV) to test the powder for rancidity. The results of the test show a PV of 115. An "acceptable" PV is generally less than 2. The Codex standard for the maximum PV level in edible oils and fats is 10. This lot of MultiMilk® has a PV value ten times the accepted maximum.

The rehabilitators mentioned above also detected highly visible foreign particles of unknown origin and substance present in the dry powder of that lot of MultiMilk®. Photos of these particles are shown below. While the origin and nature of these particles is yet unknown, the randomly sized flecks in the MultiMilk® are speculated to be undissolved minerals as PetAg has suggested in response to one distributor’s questions. Should this be the case, then the larger particles will likely not dissolve in an ‘instant-mix’ method as suggested by PetAg, and would leave the resulting formula deficient in required mineral levels. If warmer water is used and the formula is allowed to rehydrate for several hours (a more complete dissolution), then the resulting formula could reach toxic levels for one or more minerals contained in the larger clumps or particles. Either result would be harmful to young animals. MultiMilk®, especially lot H1730U, should be checked for any foreign particles and any ‘off’ odor. Immediately notify PetAg with any questions or concerns about the MultiMilk®.