Northwest Naturals is voluntarily recalling two raw pet food products after U.S. Food and Drug Administration testing found contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The August 28, 2026, recall affects one lot of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe, which is labeled as cat food and a protein topper for dogs, and one lot of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe. The affected products were distributed to retail stores nationwide. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall to date.
Summary
- Company Announcement Date: August 28, 2026
- FDA Publish Date: August 28, 2026
- Product Type: Pet Food
- Reason for Announcement: Potential contamination with Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes
- Company Name: Northwest Naturals
- Brand Name: Northwest Naturals
- Product Description: Chicken Recipe
- Distribution: Retail stores nationwide
Company Announcement
Northwest Naturals of Portland, Oregon, is voluntarily recalling 53 cases, totaling 1,272 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe and 19 cases, totaling 684 pounds, of Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe.
According to the company announcement, the contamination was identified after the FDA collected and tested product samples. Testing found that the Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe tested positive for Salmonella. The Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe tested positive for both Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella. The affected products were distributed to retail stores nationwide. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall to date.
Affected Northwest Naturals Products
Northwest Naturals Frozen Chicken Recipe
- Intended Use: Cat food and protein topper for dogs
- Size: 2 lb bag
- Lot: B-5
- Best By: January 26, 2028
- UPC: 087316384956
- Amount Recalled: 53 cases, or 1,272 pounds
- FDA Test Result: Positive for Salmonella
Northwest Naturals Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe
- Size: 6 lb bag
- Lot: B-19
- Best By: January 25, 2028
- UPC: 087316380392
- Amount Recalled: 19 cases, or 684 pounds
- FDA Test Result: Positive for Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella
Why This Recall Matters
Both Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes can cause illness in animals that eat contaminated food. They can also pose a risk to people who handle contaminated pet food or touch bowls, utensils, storage areas, or other surfaces exposed to it.
Pets infected with Salmonella or Listeria monocytogenes may experience lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets may have decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. Infected pets can also carry the bacteria and potentially expose people or other animals even if they otherwise appear healthy.
In people, Salmonella infection can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. Although most people recover without treatment, some infections can become severe and require hospitalization.
Listeria monocytogenes can cause symptoms including headache, fever, muscle aches, lethargy, nausea, diarrhea, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Pregnant women, newborns, adults 65 and older, and people with weakened immune systems are at greater risk of serious illness. Infection during pregnancy can also lead to serious pregnancy complications.
Anyone experiencing symptoms after handling contaminated pet food should contact their healthcare provider. Pet parents should contact their veterinarian if a pet consumed an affected product and develops symptoms.
What Pet Parents Should Do
Consumers who purchased either affected lot should stop feeding the product immediately and return any unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Because these are raw pet food products, careful cleaning is particularly important. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling the food, and clean and sanitize any bowls, utensils, preparation surfaces, storage areas, and other items the recalled food may have touched.
Raw pet food should also be kept separate from human food and stored frozen or refrigerated until use.
Monitor pets that have consumed the recalled food for signs including vomiting, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, fever, lethargy, decreased appetite, or abdominal pain. Contact your veterinarian if symptoms develop.
Contact Information
Consumers with questions can contact Northwest Naturals:
Phone: 1-866-637-1872
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Time
Email: [email protected]
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), August 28, 2026