URGENT: Major Pet Food Recall Alerts Dog Owners in 8 States to Salmonella Risk
Blue Ridge Beef has issued an urgent recall of nearly 6,000 pounds of their raw dog food after testing confirmed Salmonella contamination, posing risks to both pets and their owners.
Affected Products:
| Product | Size | UPC | Lot Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Mix | 2 lb | 854298001054 | N26/12/31 |
Important Safety Instructions:
- Return product to place of purchase OR
- Destroy safely to prevent access by children, pets, and wildlife
- DO NOT sell or donate recalled products
- DO NOT feed to pets or any animals
Required Sanitation Steps:
- Wash and sanitize:
- Pet food bowls
- Storage containers
- Cups
- All utensils that contacted the food
- Always thoroughly wash and sanitize hands after handling
Contact Information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 704-873-2072
The North Carolina-based company is recalling specific lots of their 2-pound Natural Mix products distributed across eight Eastern states between January 3-24, 2025. The affected products can be identified by lot number N25/12/31 and UPC 854298001054.
Health officials warn that both animals and humans are at risk. Pet owners who handle the contaminated product may develop symptoms including fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. Dogs who consume the food may show signs of lethargy, decreased appetite, and gastrointestinal distress.
States Affected by the Recall:
- Virginia
- Maryland
- Pennsylvania
- Connecticut
- Massachusetts
- New York
- Tennessee
- Rhode Island
The contamination was discovered through testing by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture Food and Drug Protection Laboratory from samples collected on January 8, 2025.
What Pet Owners Should Do:
- Immediately stop using the affected product
- Return unused portions to the place of purchase or safely dispose of them
- Thoroughly clean all pet food bowls and storage containers
- Watch for symptoms in both pets and family members
- Contact a healthcare provider or veterinarian if symptoms occur
For additional information, consumers can contact Blue Ridge Beef at 704-873-2072 or email [email protected].
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the FDA.
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