natural balance dog food recall 2022
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Summary
- Company Announcement Date:
- FDA Publish Date:
- Product Type:
- Animal & VeterinaryFood & Beverages Pet Food Foodborne Illness
- Reason for Announcement:
Recall Reason Description
Potential Salmonella Contamination
- Company Name:
- Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc.
- Brand Name:
- Product Description:
Product Description
L.I.D. Green Pea & Chicken Dry Cat Formula
Company Announcement
Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. of San Diego, CA, is voluntarily recalling the cat food products listed below due to possible contamination with Salmonella. This was discovered from a routine state surveillance sample from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.
Products were distributed nationwide in the U.S. and Canada via both retail and online distribution. No customer complaints or illnesses have been reported to date, and no other Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. products are impacted by this recall.
Salmonella can infect cats eating a product contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms of Salmonella infection in cats may include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, fever, or excessive salivation. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. Some cats may not appear sick but can spread infection to other animals and humans in the household.
Salmonella can spread to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not washed their hands after having contact with their cat's foods, surfaces and/or cats that have been in contact with the contaminated product. Healthy people infected wit Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. People exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product or a cat that has eaten this product should contact their healthcare provider.
Product Name | Retail UPC Code | Lot Code | Best If Used by Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 LB Bag, Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food | 2363300233 | 1008080 06:42N811202:20 | 10-Mar-2022 |
| 10 LB Bag, Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food | 2363300235 | 1008080 06:42N811202:20 | 10-Mar-2022 |
If pet parents have matching products in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their cats and dispose of it immediately or return it to their retailer for a refund. (See product photos below.) This information can be found on the back panel of each 5 LB and 10 LB bag. Natural Balance Pet Foods products are 100% guaranteed and all returned product will be refunded.
Pet parents who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should call 1-833-558-0908, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m. PST or visit www.naturalbalanceinc.com/contact-us.
The health and well-being of the pets that enjoy our Natural Balance pet foods is our priority. Our company and our team take seriously our responsibility to provide safe, wholesome, nutritious pet foods for dogs and cats.
Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. is conducting this voluntary recall in in cooperation with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
Company Contact Information
- Consumers:
- 1-833-558-0908
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Dog Food Recalls 2024: What Dog Food Is On Recall Right Now? [UPDATED]
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Wondering what dog food has been recalled today? This is the most up-to-date dog food recall list.
If you have a dog, you know how important it is to ensure theyre eating healthy food. Unfortunately, even the most reputable brands can sometimes have product issues. Thats why staying up-to-date on the latest recalls is always essential. We monitor the market daily and update our lists whenever a dog food brand is recalled.
Heres a look at the current dog food recalls for 2024 and past recall info going back many years. Lets dive right in!
Updated Jan 6, 2024: What Dog Dood Is On Recall Right Now?The latest dog food to be recalled is from Blue Ridge Beef. The company is expanding the recall of its 2lb Kitten Grind, 2lb Kitten Mix and 2lb of Puppy Mix products to an additional 16 states after salmonella and listeria were found in the products.Salmonella and Listeria can impact animals consuming the products, and there is a potential danger to humans when they handle contaminated pet products. This risk increases, particularly if individuals fail to wash their hands properly after coming into contact with these products or any surfaces that have been in contact with them.The products in question were sold between November 14, 2023, and December 20, 2023. They were packaged in clear plastic and available mainly in retail stores across CT, FL, IA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, VA, and WI. If youve purchased any of the listed products within the specified dates, please stop using them immediately. Safely discard any remaining product and its packaging. For a full refund, contact Blue Ridge Beef at [emailprotected]. If you have further questions, you can reach Steven Lea at Blue Ridge Beef by calling (704) 880-4500 from Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm EST.For more information on this and other recalls, please refer to the table below.
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What Is Dog Food Recall?
Recalls are actions taken to remove its product (s) from the marketbecause it is dangerous when consumed due to toxic ingredients, contamination, or other safety reasons. Recalls may be conducted on the pet brands initiative, FDA request, or FDA order under statutory authority.
Dog Food Recall List
The Canine Bible has compiled a list of U.S. dog food recalls. Could your pet food be on this list? We list recalls from the newest to the oldest.
Dog Food Recall List 2024
The table below lists all 2023 dog food recalls.
For more information about each recall, please click the links in the table below.
| Date | Brand Name (s) | Product Name | FDA Recall Reason Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/03/2024 | Blue Ridge Beef | Pet Food Products | Salmonella and listeria contamination |
Dog Food Recall List 2023
The table below lists all 2024 dog food recalls.
For more information about each recall, please click the links in the table below.
Dog Food Recall List 2022
The table below lists all 2022 dog food recalls.
For more information about each recall, please click the links in the table below.
Dog Food Recall List 2021
The table below lists all 2021 dog food recalls.
For more information about each recall, please click the links in the table below.
| Date | Brand Name(s) | Product Name | FDA Recall Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2021 | Woody's Pet Food Deli | Raw Cornish Hen With Suplements | Potential Salmonella |
| 12/09/2021 | Aldi | Advent Calendars For Cats & Dogs | Potential choking hazard |
| 12/01/2021 | LivaOne and BioLifePet | Probiotics For Dogs & Cats | Pseudomonas aeruginosa |
| 10/12/2021 | Nutri Source | Pure Vita Salmon Entre Dog Food | Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 10/01/2021 | Fromm Four-Star Nutritionals | Shredded Entre Canned Dog Food | Elevated levels of Vitamin D |
| 08/26/2021 | Top Quality Dog Food.com | Beef HVM | Potential Salmonella & Listeria monocytogenes contamination |
| 08/13/2021 | Simply Nourish | Frozen Dog Food | Due to elevated levels of Vitamin D |
| 07/29/2021 | Triumph, Evolve, Nature Farms, Elm and others | Reboned Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe | Elevated Levels of Aflatoxin |
| 06/13/2021 | Freshpet | Small Dog Bite Size Beef & Egg | Potential for Salmonella |
| 06/03/2021 | Sportsmans Pride, Sprout Sporting, Intimidator, FRM Gold Select | Dog Food Products | Salmonella contamination |
| 03/27/2021 | Multiple brands | Dog & Cat Food | Potential Salmonella Contamination |
| 03/16/2021 | Bravo Packing, Inc. | Performance Dog, Beef, Green Tripe, & Bone | Due to Potential Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes |
| 03/03/2021 | Bravo Packing, Inc. | Frozen Raw Pet Food | Potential for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes |
| 01/11/2021 | Sportmix, Nunn Better, ProPac, and Others | Dog & Cat Pet Food | Aflatoxin Levels Exceed Acceptable Levels |
Dog Food Recall List 2020
The table below lists all 2020 dog food recalls.
For more information about each recall, please click the links in the table below.
| Date | Brand Name(s) | Product Name | FDA Recall Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2020 | Sportmix | Dog & Cat Food | Elevated levels of aflatoxin |
| 11/13/2020 | Albrights | Raw Dog Food Chicken Recipe For Dogs | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella |
| 10/08/2020 | Champ, Field Trial, Good Dog, and Others | Pet Food | May Contain Aflatoxin |
| 09/22/2020 | Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe | Dog Food Recipe | Salmonella |
| 09/02/2020 | Family Pet, Heartland Farms, Paws Happy Life | Dog Biscuits | Elevated levels of aflatoxin |
| 08/24/2020 | Natures Menu | Food With A Blend Of Real Chicken & Quail | Salmonella |
| 04/10/2020 | Redbarn, Chewy Louie, Dentley's, and Good Lovin' | Dog Food | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella |
| 04/08/2020 | Milos Kitchen | Dog Treats | Elevated Levels of Thyroid Hormone |
| 04/07/2020 | Natural Selections and ZooLogics | Fresh Raw Meals | Due To Contamination Salmonella And Shiga Toxin-Producing Escherichia Coli O128 |
| 04/07/2020 | K9 Natural | Pet Food | Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes |
| 04/06/2020 | OC Raw Dog | Chicken, Fish, & Produce Dog Food | Listeria |
| 04/06/2020 | TRUDOG | Freezed Dried Raw Beef Topper | Salmonella |
| 03/27/2020 | Castor & Pollux, Merrick | Beef Dog Treat Varieties | Ingredient Level |
| 03/25/2020 | Daves Pet Food | 95% Premium Beef Cans | Due to Potentially Elevated Levels of Thyroid Hormone |
| 03/23/2020 | G & C Raw, more | Ground Lamb | Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes |
| 03/19/2020 | Performance Dog | Frozen Raw Pet Food | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. |
| 03/19/2020 | Steve's Real Food, Quest | Pet Food | Due to Possible Salmonella and L. Mono Contamination |
| 03/19/2020 | G & C Raw, Kims Special, Pats Cat | Raw Food | Listeria |
| 03/16/2020 | Evolve, Sportsman's Pride, and Triumph | Dry Dog Food | Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 03/16/2020 | Nutrisca | Chicken & Chickpea Dry | Due to Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 03/16/2020 | Natural Life | Chicken & Potato Dry | Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 03/16/2020 | Orlando | Chicken & Chickpea | Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 03/11/2020 | Abound | Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe | Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
| 03/11/2020 | Columbia River Natural Pet Foods | Frozen Meat Product | Potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes |
| 03/11/2020 | Columbia River Natural Pet Foods | Fresh Frozen Meats | Due to Possible Salmonella and L. Mono Contamination |
| 03/11/2020 | Abound | Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe | Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D |
What to Do If Your Dog Food Is Recalled?
If your dogs food has been recalled, stop feeding it immediately. You may obtain a refund by returning the food to the store where it was purchased. Alternatively, please dispose of the food in a way that prevents other animals from accessing it.
Consult your veterinarian if your dog has already eaten the recalled food to determine what actions you should take. Its best to consult your veterinarian immediately, even if your dog shows no illness. Your vet can decide what action should be taken based on why the food was recalled.
Cant reach your vet? Chat with a veterinary professional viaour online live vet chat(24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
You should file a complaint with the FDA if your dog becomes ill or dies after eating a recalled food product. Contact your states FDA consumer complaint coordinator for more information or file a report online.
Try finding a similar food to replace the recalled food, or ask your veterinarian for recommendations if you cannot feed your dog his usual diet. Dogs may experience dietary distress when their diet changes abruptly, so be thoughtful about your approach.
How To Prevent Dog Food Recall
The only way to avoid feeding recalled dog food to your dog is to be up to date with the latest dog food recall news.
Bookmark this page, subscribe or enable browser notification to receive the latest recall alert on dog food. Monitor the FDA website for updates and check the expiration date on your dogs food before feeding it to them.
Share this information with your dog owner, friends, and family so that everyone with dogs can stay safe and informed.
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Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Dog Food Review (Dry)
The Natural Balance Limited Ingredient product line includes the 21 dry dog foods listed below.
Each recipe includes its AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
Recipe and Label Analysis
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Reserve Grain Free Sweet Potato and Venisonwas selected to represent the other products in the line for detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient in this dog food is sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are a gluten-free source of complex carbohydrates in dog food. They are naturally rich in dietary fiber and beta carotene.
The second ingredient is venison. Although it is a quality item, raw venison contains up to 73% water. After cooking, most of that moisture is lost, reducing the meat content to just a fraction of its original weight.
After processing, this item would probably account for a smaller part of the total content of the finished product.
The third ingredient is potatoes. Potatoes can be considered a gluten-free source of digestible carbohydrates. Yet with the exception of perhaps their caloric content, potatoes are of only modest nutritional value to a dog.
The fourth ingredient is pea protein, what remains of a pea after removing the starchy part of the vegetable.
The next ingredient is potato protein, the dry residue remaining after removing the starchy part of a potato.
Even though pea and potato proteins contain over 80% protein, these ingredients would be expected to have a lower biological value than meat.
And less costly plant-based products like these can notably boost the total protein reported on the label a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.
The fifth ingredient is canola oil. Unfortunately, canola can be a controversial item. Thats because it can sometimes (but not always) be derived from genetically modified rapeseed.
Yet others cite the fact that canola oil can be a significant source of essential omega-3 fatty acids.
In any case, plant-based oils like canola are less biologically available to a dog than fish oil as a source of quality omega-3 fats.
The next item is brewers yeast, which can be a controversial ingredient. Although its a by-product of the beer making process, this ingredient is rich in minerals and other healthy nutrients.
Fans believe yeast repels fleas and supports the immune system.
Critics argue yeast ingredients can be linked to allergies. This may be true, but (like all allergies) only if your particular dog is allergic to the yeast itself.
In addition, a vocal minority insists yeast can increase the risk of developing the life-threatening condition known as bloat. However, this is a claim weve not been able to scientifically verify.
In any case, unless your dog is specifically allergic to it, yeast can still be considered a nutritious additive.
Whats more noteworthy here is that brewers yeast contains about 48% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.
After the natural flavor, we find dicalcium phosphate, likely used here as a dietary calcium supplement.
From here, the list goes on to include a number of other items.
But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of this Natural Balance product.
With 6 notable exceptions
First, we find flaxseed, one of the best plant sources of healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Provided theyve first been ground into a meal, flax seeds are also rich in soluble fiber.
However, flaxseed contains about 19% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.
Next, this recipe contains sodium selenite, a controversial form of the mineral selenium. Sodium selenite appears to be nutritionally inferior to the more natural source of selenium found in selenium yeast.
Additionally, we note the use of dried potato products, the dried residue of the potato processing industry primarily consisting of potato pieces, peelings and culls.
With the exception of perhaps its caloric content and a small amount of protein, potato products are of only modest nutritional value to a dog.1
This recipe also includes taurine, an important amino acid associated with the healthy function of heart muscle. Although taurine is not typically considered essential in canines, some dogs have been shown to be deficient in this critical nutrient.
Since taurine deficiency appears to be more common in pets consuming grain-free diets, we view its presence in this recipe as a positive addition.
Next, we find no mention of probiotics, friendly bacteria applied to the surface of the kibble after processing to help with digestion.
And lastly, this food contains chelated minerals, minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Natural Balance Limited Ingredient looks like an average dry dog food.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 22%, a fat level of 11% and estimated carbohydrates of about 59%.
As a group, the brand features an average protein content of 25% and a mean fat level of 13%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 54% for the overall product line.
And a fat-to-protein ratio of about 50%.
Which means this Natural Balance product line contains
Below-average protein. Below-average fat. And above-average carbs when compared to other dry kibbles.
When you consider the protein-boosting effect of the pea and potato proteins, brewers yeast and flaxseed, this looks like the profile of a recipe containing a moderate amount of meat.
