Recall Alert: Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Pet Food
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Key Points
- Recall Details: Northwest Naturals recalled 72 cases of frozen raw chicken pet food nationwide due to potential contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.
- Affected Products: Two product lots were found positive for these bacteria.
- Health Risks: Vulnerable populations, including young children and immunocompromised individuals, are at risk. Pet owners should stop using the recalled products immediately.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall announcement on August 28 by Northwest Naturals (Portland, OR) concerning two lots of pet food contaminated with Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes. Handling the contaminated food poses health risks for both pets and humans.
What is Being Recalled?
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Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe (cat food, 2-pound bag):
- Lot: B-5
- Best By: 01/26/2028
- UPC: 087316384956
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Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe (6-pound bag):
- Lot: B-19
- Best By: 01/25/2028
- UPC: 087316380392
Health Risks of Contamination
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Salmonella: Can cause salmonellosis with symptoms like fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. Vulnerable individuals (young children, elderly, and immunocompromised) are at higher risk for severe illness.
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Listeria monocytogenes: Can lead to listeriosis, which may present mild GI symptoms or more severe complications like confusion and loss of balance, especially in high-risk groups like pregnant individuals and the elderly.
Risks to Pets
Pets consuming contaminated food may show signs like lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, or loss of appetite. Infected pets can also transmit the bacteria to others.
What Should You Do?
- Stop Feeding the Recalled Products: Discontinue use immediately.
- Monitor for Symptoms: Keep an eye on both yourself and your pets. Seek medical advice if symptoms arise.
- Sanitize Areas: Clean up any surfaces that the recalled food may have touched.
- Refund Process: Return any unused portions of the recalled food to the retailer for a full refund.
For questions, please contact Northwest Naturals at 1-866-637-1872 (Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. PT).
