The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a voluntary recall by Northwest Naturals for certain lots of their frozen dog and cat food due to possible contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. While no illnesses have been reported so far, the bacterial risks could affect both pets and humans.
- Recall covers two frozen raw diet products from Northwest Naturals.
- Salmonella and Listeria contamination can cause severe illness in pets and humans.
- Consumers can return the recalled products for a refund and should sanitize affected areas.
What happened
On August 28, the FDA shared a voluntary recall notice from Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon. This recall involves 53 cases of their Frozen Chicken Recipe for cats and 19 cases of their Frozen Raw Diet for dogs, both containing chicken. The foods were shipped nationwide to retail stores. Testing confirmed the presence of Salmonella in the cat food and both Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in the dog food.
These bacteria pose hazards not only to pets but also to humans handling the products. While no linked illnesses have been reported, the firm responsibly pulled these specific lots from shelves to protect public and animal health.
Why it feels good
The recall demonstrates the vigilance of regulatory agencies and manufacturers in prioritizing safety, catching contamination before it causes widespread illness. Pet owners can appreciate the transparency and swift action taken to minimize health risks. Both Salmonella and Listeria can be serious, so early detection and prompt response help keep families and their pets safer.
Additionally, the detailed guidance provided—such as how to identify the affected products, symptoms to watch for, and proper sanitization tips—empowers consumers to protect themselves and their pets effectively. This proactive approach reassures pet owners that there are safeguards in place to prevent contamination incidents from going unnoticed.
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If you purchased any Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe (cat food) or Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe from the specified lots, stop feeding them immediately. Look for Lot B-5 on the cat food bags and Lot B-19 on the dog food bags with best-by dates in January 2028. Retailers are offering full refunds for returned products.
Stay alert for symptoms like fever, vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy in your pets, and symptoms such as diarrhea or fever in people. Contact your veterinarian or healthcare provider if concerns arise. Sanitizing all surfaces where the food was handled is important. If you have questions, Northwest Naturals offers direct customer support during weekday hours.