City of Industry, CA (April 24, 2007) - In response to recent inquiries regarding a pet food recall announced for certain products which contain rice protein concentrate (also referred to as rice gluten) containing melamine, Nutro Products wishes to provide the following updated information. We also want to address the use of corn gluten, which Nutro includes in some of its international pet food formulas as an ingredient.

It has been brought to our attention that confusion has been caused by the media in reporting the recall of some Natural Balance pet foods. Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. is not in any way affiliated with Nutro Products, Inc. nor with our international products sold under the brand names Nutro® Choice® or Complete CareT.

The following information is provided to help answer questions and eliminate confusion.

Regarding Rice Protein Concentrate:

(1) Nutro uses rice protein concentrate in some of its products because it provides an important source of protein for pets, especially for those with digestive sensitivities and allergies.

(2) Independent laboratory tests have confirmed that the rice protein concentrate (also known as rice gluten) used in Nutro's pet foods does not contain melamine.

(3) It has been reported that the Natural Balance recall is focused on products containing rice protein concentrate provided by Wilbur-Ellis Company.  Nutro has NEVER purchased or used rice protein concentrate from Wilbur-Ellis Company in any of our pet foods.

Regarding Corn Gluten:

(1) Nutro uses corn gluten in some of its pet foods because it is a rich source of sulfur containing amino acids, which are important for skin and coat health.  Corn gluten also helps as a natural urine acidifier that is important for both cats and dogs.

(2) All of the corn gluten that Nutro uses in its products is produced in the United States.

For further information about Nutro's products and contact information for Nutro's international distributors, Nutro clients may check Nutro's website at (www.nutroproducts.com) which may be accessed by clicking on the Menu foods Recall Information "International" link. We will continue to post updated information on our website.

We understand that the pet food recall has caused continued confusion and frustration and we are doing everything we can to provide you with the information you need about our products.  We will continue to keep you updated.