More than 1,300 pounds of cat food have been recalled in the United States due to salmonella contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced.
The recall involves Blue Ridge Beef’s 2-pound log Kitten Mix, specifically Lot Number N25-0716 with UPC code 8542980013436. A total of 1,350 pounds of the product are affected. The food was sold at retail stores between July 18 and July 26, 2024, in six states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New York.
According to the FDA, salmonella can cause illness in both pets and humans. In pets, symptoms include diarrhea, bloody stool, vomiting, fever, and loss of appetite. Infected pets can also carry and spread the bacteria without showing signs of illness.
The contamination was discovered after a customer filed a complaint about a sick animal. The Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources tested a sample on December 12, 2024. The state’s public health lab confirmed the presence of salmonella.
The FDA is urging consumers not to feed the recalled product to their pets. Instead, they should either return it to the store or safely dispose of it.
Salmonella is a bacteria commonly found in the intestines of animals and humans. It can cause serious foodborne illness and is often linked to raw or undercooked meat, eggs, unpasteurized milk, and sometimes contaminated fruits and vegetables.
This is not the only pet food recall in recent months. In November, Northwest Naturals recalled its 2-pound raw frozen Feline Turkey Recipe after a cat in Oregon died. Lab tests confirmed the presence of H5N1 bird flu in the product, which genetically matched the virus found in the deceased cat. The cat had no outdoor exposure, according to Oregon’s state veterinarian.
Pet food is not the only area seeing increased recalls. In December 2024, Braga Fresh voluntarily recalled its Marketside Broccoli Florets due to possible listeria contamination. That same month, Gardners Candies recalled its Cappuccino Meltaway Bars over undeclared tree nuts, which posed a severe allergy risk.
The FDA continues to monitor food safety closely and urges consumers to stay informed about recalls that could affect both pets and people.
Related Topics
