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FDA found salmonella and listeria in Northwest Naturals pet food; 1,956 pounds recalled with no illnesses reported.
Northwest Naturals has recalled 1,956 pounds of pet food following FDA testing that identified bacterial contamination in two products. FDA testing identified salmonella in the 2-pound Frozen Chicken Recipe and both salmonella and listeria in the 6-pound Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs.
The contamination was detected through FDA testing rather than consumer reports. As of August 28, no illnesses have been reported from the contaminated products. However, salmonella and listeria can sicken both pets and humans who handle the contaminated food, making the recall a public health precaution.
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Proactive recall prevents potential health risks to pets and households
The recall demonstrates a precautionary approach to public health. FDA testing identified contamination before widespread illness occurred, enabling swift action to remove 1,956 pounds from distribution. Early detection of both salmonella and listeria in separate products prevented potential exposure to vulnerable pets and households handling frozen raw diets.
Two frozen product lines affected by bacterial contamination findings
The recall affects specific frozen product lines: the 2-pound Frozen Chicken Recipe containing salmonella and the 6-pound Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs containing both pathogens. The absence of reported illnesses as of August 28 suggests limited distribution or rapid intervention, though the contamination itself poses documented health risks to consumers.