The Maine Department of Agriculture said Nov. 10 that Blue Buffalo Company, Ltd. is voluntarily recalling a limited production of Blue Kitty Yums Chicken Recipe Cat Treats that may contain low levels of propylene glycol, which is not permitted by the FDA for use in cat food.

Cats reacting to high doses of propylene glycol may exhibit signs of depression and may have a loss of coordination, muscle twitching, and excessive urination and thirst, the release said. If a cat has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, contact a veterinarian.

Propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water. It is used by the chemical, food, and pharmaceutical industries as an antifreeze when leakage might lead to contact with food, according to the Agency for Toxic Substances.

The affected product was distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada through pet specialty stores and e-commerce.

The product is packaged in a 2 oz., plastic stand up pouch. Only these specific code dates of this product are involved:

Blue Kitty Yums Tasty Chicken Recipe, UPC: 859610007820 - Best If Used By: April 24, 2016.
Blue Kitty Yums Tasty Chicken Recipe, UPC: 859610007820 - Best If Used By: July 24, 2016.
No other BLUE pet foods or treats are involved in this recall.

The FDA tested product in response to a single consumer complaint and found propylene glycol in one bag of our cat treats in the affected lot. To date, there have had no other reports of incidents related to our cat treats. Out of an abundance of caution, the company is voluntarily recalling all product manufactured in the same lot as the subject bag.

Consumers who have purchased the product being recalled may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Blue Buffalo at: 888-667-1508 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday, or by email at BlueBuffalo5883@stericycle.com for more information.

Blue Buffalo, based in Wilton, Conn., is a pet products company that makes foods and treats for pets.