Albrightâs Raw Pet Food has issued a voluntary recall for one lot of its Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced after testing identified possible Salmonella contamination in the product, according to a notice posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recall affects frozen raw dog food sold nationwide through direct online orders and select retailers in several states. While no illnesses have been reported in pets or humans so far, the company said it decided to move forward with the recall to maintain safety and transparency while confirmatory testing continues.
According to the official FDA recall announcement, the affected food was sold as frozen one-pound vacuum-sealed packages that were typically distributed in 30-pound cases.
The recalled product is:
Albrightâs Raw Pet Food â Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced
UPC: 20855404008367
Lot code: C001730
Best By date: April 28, 2027
Package size: 1-pound frozen pouch or brick
The company said the recall followed routine FDA sampling in which products were tested for Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli. One composite sample from the affected lot tested positive for Salmonella species.
Distribution included direct-to-consumer nationwide shipping and limited retail distribution in Massachusetts, California, South Carolina, North Carolina, Wisconsin and New York.
Raw pet food recalls often receive major attention because contamination can affect not only pets but also the people handling the food. Similar concerns were raised in another recent Swikblog report about dog treats recalled over Salmonella contamination, highlighting growing consumer awareness around pet food safety.
Why Salmonella contamination is dangerous for pets and humans
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause illness in animals and humans. Pets infected after eating contaminated food may develop lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain or loss of appetite.
However, veterinarians warn that some infected animals may not show visible symptoms while still carrying and spreading the bacteria through saliva or feces. That means even healthy-looking pets can expose owners or other animals to infection.
In humans, Salmonella infections can trigger nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea or fever. More severe infections may lead to arterial infections, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, urinary tract complications or hospitalization in high-risk cases.
Young children, elderly adults and people with weakened immune systems are considered most vulnerable to severe illness.
The FDA said infections can happen through handling contaminated pet food, touching infected pets or coming into contact with contaminated bowls, countertops, utensils, freezers or kitchen surfaces.
What consumers should do immediately
Consumers who purchased the recalled lot should stop feeding it to pets immediately. The company advised customers to securely discard or destroy the product in a way that prevents access by children, pets or wildlife.
Pet owners should also wash hands thoroughly after handling the food or packaging and disinfect all surfaces or feeding equipment that may have touched the product.
This includes:
Dog bowls
Food scoops
Countertops
Storage containers
Freezer shelves
Pet feeding mats
Kitchen utensils
If a dog consumed the recalled food and develops symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea or unusual tiredness, owners should contact a veterinarian promptly.
People who handled the product and later experience fever, stomach cramps or diarrhea should seek medical advice, especially if symptoms become severe.
Albrightâs Raw Pet Food said no confirmed illnesses linked to the recalled lot have been reported at this time. The company also stated that the âlevel or load of the pathogen present has not been quantified,â while third-party confirmatory testing remains pending.
Despite that, the company said it chose to proceed with the voluntary recall while continuing its investigation alongside the FDA.
Customers seeking refunds are being asked to email info@albrightsraw.com with proof of purchase, photographs of the product and information about where the food was purchased.
The recall applies only to the lot code listed above. Still, experts say consumers should regularly check FDA recall notices because frozen pet food products are often stored for long periods and may remain in home freezers after public warnings are issued.
For pet owners who regularly purchase raw diets, checking packaging labels, lot numbers and expiration dates can help prevent accidental feeding of recalled products. Food safety specialists also recommend storing pet food separately from human food and sanitizing surfaces frequently when handling raw pet meals.
As the investigation continues, dog owners are being urged to double-check their freezers and remove any recalled Albrightâs Raw Pet Food products immediately.
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