Latest FDA recall alerts for dog food and pet food products
Data sourced from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) openFDA database. Updated daily.
Feb 24, 2026
Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs, 6oz bags, Lot 24045
Reason: Potential Salmonella contamination identified during third-party laboratory testing
Dec 24, 2025
Country Vet Biscuits Original Meaty Flavor and Heartland Harvest Dog Biscuits Meaty Flavor with Chicken, 4lb bags, Lot 40906513
Reason: Potential Salmonella contamination found during FDA routine sampling
Dec 3, 2025
Bonnihill Farms BeefiBowls Beef Recipe gently cooked frozen dog food, 16oz chubs, Best By 12/25/2026
Reason: Potential foreign plastic contamination based on consumer complaints
Oct 9, 2025
Raw Bistro Dog Fare Grass-Fed Beef Entree, Frozen, 3lb bags and 18lb cases, Lot 239
Reason: Possible Salmonella contamination found during FDA-collected sample testing
Sep 1, 2025
Quest Diet Cat Food products, multiple formulas
Reason: Low thiamine (vitamin B1) levels that may cause serious health issues
Aug 15, 2025
Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Nuggets, single lot
Reason: Low thiamine levels detected during testing
Check the FDA's official recall database at fda.gov or use our list above, which pulls directly from FDA data. Compare the brand name, product description, lot numbers, and expiration dates on your dog food packaging against the recall details.
Stop feeding the recalled product immediately. Check your dog for symptoms mentioned in the recall notice. Contact the manufacturer for a refund or replacement. If your dog is showing signs of illness, contact your veterinarian right away. Save the packaging and lot number for reference.
The most frequent recall reasons are Salmonella contamination, elevated levels of vitamin D or other nutrients, presence of foreign materials (plastic, metal), aflatoxin contamination from moldy grains, and Listeria monocytogenes. Salmonella is by far the most common.
Class I recalls involve situations where there is a reasonable probability that exposure will cause serious health consequences or death. Class II recalls may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences. Class III recalls are not likely to cause adverse health consequences.
Price does not guarantee safety. Premium brands have been recalled just as budget brands have. What matters more is the manufacturer's quality control processes, ingredient sourcing, and testing protocols. Smaller batch production can sometimes mean tighter quality control.
Yes, depending on the reason for the recall. Salmonella can cause vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and lethargy. Excess vitamin D can cause kidney failure. Foreign materials can cause choking or internal injury. Symptoms can appear within hours to days after consumption. Always seek veterinary care if your dog shows unusual symptoms.
The FDA issues pet food recalls throughout the year. Some years see more recalls than others. On average, there are 20 to 40 pet food recall events per year in the United States. Not all recalls make headlines, which is why checking official sources regularly is important.
No, the FDA does not pre-approve or test pet food before sale. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring their products are safe and properly labeled. The FDA conducts inspections and responds to complaints, but routine pre-market testing is not required for most pet foods.