Dog and Cat Food recalled due to Salmonella - Food Poison Journal
A raw dog and cat food product sold in Illinois and multiple other states is being recalled due to possible contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. Reports first surfaced on August 25, 2025, and follow-up coverage on August 27 indicated the product was widely distributed. The recall affects both dogs and cats that consumed the affected food, and also creates a zoonotic risk for humans who handled it, prepared it, or came into contact with contaminated bowls, surfaces, or pet waste. Pets with Salmonella infection may become lethargic and develop diarrhea, fever, vomiting, or decreased appetite. Listeria can cause serious illness, especially in young, elderly, pregnant, or immunocompromised animals and people. Because contaminated pet food can sicken people even when pets show no symptoms, the recall is important for household safety. Owners should check lot and expiration codes, stop feeding the recalled product, and contact a veterinarian if illness appears.
What happened
A raw dog and cat food product sold in Illinois and other states is being recalled because it may be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was first reported on August 25, 2025, with additional coverage on August 27 confirming the food is raw and distributed across multiple states, including Illinois. Both bacteria can cause serious illness in pets and can spread to people who handle contaminated food, bowls, or surfaces.
Key facts
- Product type: Raw dog and cat food
- Distribution: Illinois and other states
- Contaminants: Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes
- Affected animals: Dogs and cats
- Risks to pets: Lethargy, diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite, and more serious illness in vulnerable animals
- Risks to people: Zoonotic infection through handling raw food, contaminated dishes or surfaces, or pet waste; higher risk for young children, elderly adults, pregnant people, and those with weakened immune systems
- Important note: Humans can become ill even if pets show no symptoms
What pet owners should do
- Stop feeding the recalled product immediately and secure it away from pets and children.
- Check lot numbers and expiration dates against the official recall notice.
- Wash hands, bowls, utensils, and surfaces that touched the food with hot, soapy water.
- Monitor pets for signs of illness, such as diarrhea, vomiting, fever, or lethargy, and contact a veterinarian if symptoms appear.
- Watch for human symptoms and seek medical care if needed.
- Follow the manufacturer or retailer’s instructions for returns, refunds, or disposal.