The recalled "cuts and gravy" food was produced between Dec. 3, 2006 and March 6, 2007 at two Menu plants in Kansas and New Jersey, although consumer complaints have involved only product made in Kansas, the FDA says.  The FDA has sent inspectors to Menu Food plants in New Jersey and Kansas. Most complaints stem from products made at the latter factory, though both received shipments of wheat gluten, identified as a possible source of contamination, from the same supplier, said Stephen F. Sundlof, the FDA’s chief veterinarian.  The pet food is widely sold throughout North America under 48 dog-food brands and 40 cat-food labels, including Iams, Nutro and Eukanuba. The products are distributed by major retailers such as Wal-Mart, Kroger and Safeway.

  Here is a list of the 50 involved food products for dogs

   Here is a list of the 40 involved food products for cats

     The contaminated food causes kidney failure.  Be on the lookout for the following signs and symptoms in dogs and cats:

Symptoms of renal failure:

• Loss of appetite
• Lethargy
• Vomiting
• Drinking less water
• Less frequent urination

     If your dog or cat has eaten recalled food or is showing signs of illness, contact your veterinarian and ask for a blood test to determine if your pet is having kidney failure.

      If your pet becomes ill or dies as a result of eating a contaminated food product, you have some legal remedies.  If your cat or dog becomes ill or dies and it can be attributed to a tainted food product, you shold save everything for evidence.  Keep and cans or pouches of the product and any receipts for the purchase, if you stll have them.  Save all vet bills and any other related receipts and invoices.  If your pet dies, be sure to retain all invoices and receipts relating to the disposal expenses. In general, you are entitled to all expenses relating to the injury sustained by your pet.  All reasonable costs of treatment are permitted. If the pet dies, you are entitled to reasonable disposal expenses.  In general,  the law treats a pet like a piece of property. If someone causes your pet to die, you are entitled to the actual value of your per.  However, in certain jurisdictions, you may recover additional compensation for the loss of companionship of your pet.  

  Here is an excellent resource for pet law issues - www.dogbitelaw.com - Lots of answers.

  Here is a list of a few lawyers who specialize in pet law..the list can be expanded because the pet food issue is really on of product liability.