Product Recalls
Stay informed about dog food recalls and safety alerts. We track recalls from FDA, manufacturers, and retailers.
Total Recalls Tracked
Active Recalls
Resolved
Common Recall Causes
Understanding why dog foods get recalled helps you make informed purchasing decisions.
Salmonella
Bacterial contamination that can affect both pets and humans handling the food.
Listeria
Another bacteria that poses health risks, especially in raw and freeze-dried foods.
Foreign Objects
Physical contamination like metal, plastic, or bone fragments in food.
Nutrient Imbalance
Incorrect vitamin/mineral levels that can cause health issues over time.
How to Check if Your Dog Food is Recalled
Steps to Verify Safety
- 1Check the lot number on your dog food bag (usually near the expiration date)
- 2Compare it against the affected lots listed in any recall notice
- 3Check the best by date as recalls often specify date ranges
- 4If affected, stop feeding immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund
Official Resources
- FDA Pet Food Recalls
Official FDA database of all pet food recalls
- AVMA Pet Food Safety
Veterinary association guidance on pet food safety
Recall FAQ
What should I do if my dog ate recalled food?
Monitor for symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, or loss of appetite. Contact your veterinarian if you notice any changes. Save the packaging and lot number information for reference.
How do I get a refund for recalled dog food?
Contact the manufacturer directly using the information provided in the recall notice. Most companies offer full refunds or replacements. Keep your receipt and the product packaging.
Are some brands recalled more often?
Recall frequency doesn't always indicate lower quality—larger manufacturers produce more products and may have more rigorous testing that catches issues. Smaller brands with fewer recalls may simply have less testing.
How can I stay updated on new recalls?
Sign up for FDA recall alerts, follow pet food news sources, and check this page regularly. We update our database as new recalls are announced.
Active Recalls
Country Vet Naturals
Dog Biscuits
Date: December 24, 2025
Reason: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company: Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC
View official noticeHeartland Harvest
Dog Biscuits
Date: December 24, 2025
Reason: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company: Consumers Supply Distributing, LLC
View official noticeBonnihill Farms
BeefiBowls Beef Recipe gently cooked frozen dog food, 16 oz. chubs
Date: December 3, 2025
Reason: Potential foreign plastic contamination
Company: Fromm Family Foods
View official noticeFoodynamics
Freeze Dried Pet Treats
Date: October 9, 2025
Reason: Potential Foodborne Illness – Salmonella
Company: Foodynamics
View official noticeNature's Own
Pet Chews Bully Bites Treats
Date: October 3, 2025
Reason: Potential Foodborne illness - Salmonella
Company: Best Buy Bones, Inc.
View official noticeViva
Ground Beef for Dogs and Ground Chicken for Dogs and Cats
Date: August 25, 2025
Reason: Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination
Company: Viva Raw LLC.
View official noticeBlue Ridge Beef
Puppy Mix and Kitten Mix
Date: April 11, 2025
Reason: Salmonella & Listeria contamination.
Company: Blue Ridge Beef
View official noticeBlue Ridge Beef
Kitten mix pet food
Date: January 3, 2025
Reason: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella
Company: Blue Ridge Beef
View official noticeBlue Ridge Beef
Puppy Mix
Date: December 4, 2024
Reason: Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
Company: Blue Ridge Beef
View official noticeHollywood Feed
Carolina Made Chicken Chips Dog Treats
Date: November 23, 2024
Reason: Potentially contaminated with Salmonella
Company: Carolina Prime Pet
View official noticeGaines Family Farmstead
Chicken Chips Dog Treats
Date: November 22, 2024
Reason: Potential Salmonella Contamination
Company: Gaines Pet Treats LLC
View official noticeANSWERS
Beef and Chicken Dog Foods
Date: September 23, 2024
Reason: Due to Potential Salmonella and Listeria
Company: Lystn, LLC. d.b.a. ANSWERS
View official noticeViva
Raw dog and cat food
Date: July 1, 2024
Reason: Listeria monocytogenes
Company: Viva Raw, LLC
View official noticeRecall History
Raw Bistro
Frozen Beef Dog Food
Date: October 10, 2025
Reason: Potential Foodborne Illness - Salmonella
View official noticeSavage Pet
Cat Food Chicken
Date: March 15, 2025
Reason: Possible Bird Flu Health Risk
View official noticeBARKWORTHIES and BEST BULLY STICKS
Green Tripe Dog Treats
Date: June 21, 2024
Reason: May Contain Metal Objects
View official noticePedigree
Adult Complete Nutrition Grilled Steak & Vegetable Flavor Dry Dog Food
Date: May 18, 2024
Reason: Potential Presence of Loose Metal Pieces
View official noticeBlue Ridge Beef
Kitten Grind, Kitten Mix, and Puppy Mix
Date: January 3, 2024
Reason: Potential contamination of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes
View official noticeTexas Tripe
Raw frozen pet food
Date: August 15, 2019
Reason: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes
View official noticeHill's
Canned Dog Food
Date: May 21, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeHill's Prescription Diet
Canned Dog Food
Date: May 21, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeHill's Science Diet
Canned Dog Food
Date: May 21, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeHill's
Canned Dog Food
Date: January 31, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeHill's Prescription Diet
Canned Dog Food
Date: January 31, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeHill's Science Diet
Canned Dog Food
Date: January 31, 2019
Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
View official noticeDisclaimer: This recall information is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the FDA website and manufacturer announcements for the most current information. If you believe your pet has consumed a recalled product, contact your veterinarian immediately.