FDA identifies bacterial contamination in two Northwest Naturals products
FDA found salmonella and listeria in Northwest Naturals pet food; 1,956 pounds recalled with no illnesses reported.
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Northwest Naturals Pet Food Recall
Northwest Naturals issued a voluntary recall of 1,956 pounds of frozen raw pet food products due to salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall covers specific lot numbers of chicken-based products distributed nationwide. No illnesses were reported as of August 28, 2026.
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2026-09-01 to 2026-11-07 · UTC publication dates
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No illnesses reported as of August 28 from contaminated Northwest Naturals pet food
As of August 28, 2026, no illnesses had been reported in connection with the salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination found in Northwest Naturals pet food products.
FDA testing identified salmonella and listeria in Northwest Naturals 6-pound Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs
The 6-pound Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe tested positive for both salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes during FDA sample collection and testing procedures.
Northwest Naturals recalls 1,956 pounds of pet food over salmonella and listeria contamination
Northwest Naturals, a Portland, Oregon-based company, voluntarily recalled 1,956 pounds of frozen raw pet food after FDA testing identified salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall includes 53 cases (1,272 pounds) of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe (2-pound bags, lot B-5, best-by 01/26/2028, UPC 087316384956) and 19 cases (684 pounds) of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe (6-pound bags, lot B-19, best-by 01/25/2028, UPC 087316380392). The contaminated products were distributed to retail stores nationwide.
Salmonella and listeria can sicken pets and spread to humans handling contaminated pet food
Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in contaminated pet food can sicken animals and pose a risk to people who handle the food or contact contaminated surfaces. Pets infected with either bacteria may experience lethargy, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite, and abdominal pain. Infected animals can carry and spread bacteria to people and other animals.
FDA testing identified salmonella in Northwest Naturals 2-pound Frozen Chicken Recipe
The 2-pound Frozen Chicken Recipe for cats and protein topper for dogs tested positive for salmonella after FDA sample collection and testing. The contamination was discovered through federal testing procedures.
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