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USA Today
18-03-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Cat food products recalled for bird flu risk: Here's which products are affected
Cat food products recalled for bird flu risk: Here's which products are affected Show Caption Hide Caption How annual bird migration could spread avian flu Scientists are still trying to figure out how bird flu is spreading through farms in the United States. Another cat food brand has recalled some of its products due to a possible bird flu contamination, health regulators warned over the weekend. Savage Pet has recalled 66 of its large (84 oz.) chicken boxes and 74 of its small (21 oz.) chicken boxes for cats due to the potential to contain the H5N1 affluenza, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. At least one cat in Colorado and another in New York became sick after consuming one of the boxes. Though the Colorado case, in which the cat later recovered, tested negative for the the virus, testing is still underway for the New York case. In November, the San Diego County-based brand distributed the boxes across retailers in California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington, the recall posted Saturday states. The recalled products list an expiration date of Nov. 15, 2026 (11152026). Savage Pet joins a wave of recalls prompted by the ongoing bird flu outbreak, which has ravaged flocks globally and causing a U.S. egg shortage that has fueled higher food prices. Here's what to know. Which cat food products have been recalled because of bird flu? At least four pet food brands have recalled some of its products due to possible risk of bird flu, including Savage Pet, Wild Coast Raw, Northwest Naturals and Morach Raw Pet Wood. The recalled items are listed below: Savage Pet Savage Pet recalled its Savage Cat Food large (84 oz.) chicken boxes and its small (21 oz.) chicken boxes with an expiration date of Nov. 15, 2026 (11152026), distributed in California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington Wild Coast Raw Wild Coast Raw has issued two recalls due to the containment of the H5N1 virus. Frozen 16-ounce and 24-ounce Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula with affected lot numbers #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, #22664, #22660 and #22664. The best buy date for the affected products, which were sold in Washington and Oregon, is December 2025. with affected lot numbers #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, #22664, #22660 and #22664. The best buy date for the affected products, which were sold in Washington and Oregon, is December 2025. The brand's Chicken Feline Formula with lot numbers 22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, and #22664 with a best buy date of 12/2025. Northwest Naturals Northwest Naturals recalled one of its products after it tested positive for virulent bird flu. Two-pound bags of Feline Turkey Recipe with a best-by date between May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026 distributed in British Columbia, Canada as well as the following U.S. states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Washington. Morach Raw Pet Food After the bird flu virus was detected in product samples, Monarch Raw Pet Food recalled its products sold at California farmers markets in the cities Laguna Niguel, Orange, San Jacinto, Fountain Valley, Beaumont, Palm Springs and Corona. What are the bird flu symptoms in cats? The FDA confirms that the following symptoms may be signs that your cat has bird flu: Fever Lethargy Low appetite Reddened or inflamed eyes Discharge from the eyes and nose Difficulty breathing Neurological signs like tremors Stiff body movements Seizure Lack of coordination Blindness What to do if cat has bird flu symptoms The FDA warns that cats presenting any bird flu symptoms after consuming the recalled products be taken to a veterinarian immediately. "Do not feed the recalled product to pets or animals. Do not sell or donate the recalled products," The FDA warns. "Consumers who have purchased this lot code are urged to immediately return it to their retailer for proper destruction and a full refund." Can bird flu be fatal for cats? Yes. The mortality rate for cats infected with bird flu is 67%, according to the University of Maryland's School of Public Health. Can bird flu be transmitted from cats to humans? Though human infections have not been identified among people handling raw pet food products, humans can become infected if the virus gets into their eyes, nose or mouth. People who have come in contact with the recalled products should wash their hands thoroughly and sanitize all contact surfaces, like countertops, fridges, bowls and utensils. Contributing: Greta Cross and Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
More cat food recalled due to ‘bird flu' risk
(WJW) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners that more cat food is being recalled because it could be contaminated with bird flu, also known as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1. The most recent recall applies to certain lots Savage Cat Food's large and small chicken boxes which were sold at retailers in California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington. According to the alert, in February, the company became aware of one cat in Colorado who contracted H5N1, got sick, and recovered. The product in question was removed from the market while testing took place. Then, on March 13, Savage Pet was made aware of an additional case in New York where a kitten contracted avian flu. Dollar General to close nearly 100 stores Earlier this month, the FDA alerted pet owners of a similar recall for certain lots of Wild Coast LLC's raw, frozen 'Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula' which was sold at retailers in Washington State and Oregon. 'People who fed cats the recalled products should watch for symptoms of bird flu, including fever, lethargy, low appetite, reddened or inflamed eyes, discharge from the eyes and nose, difficulty breathing, and neurological signs like tremors, stiff body movements, seizure, lack of coordination, or blindness,' according to the most recent recall. 'People with cats exhibiting these signs after feeding this product should immediately contact their veterinarian.' The recalls come shortly after the American Veterinarian Medical Association issued a warning explaining that cats are at risk of contracting the infection, especially due to their diets and desire to hunt. Igloo coolers recalled after fingertip amputations 'Cats appear to be particularly susceptible to severe illness, often resulting in death,' the AVMA said in a statement. 'The risk of cat-to-human transmission is considered extremely low, but may increase with prolonged, unprotected exposure to infected animals. According to the FDA, no human infections have been identified among people handling raw pet food products but people can become infected if the virus gets into a person's eyes, nose, or mouth. Here are the recalled cat food products: Product: Savage Cat Food Chicken – Large and Small Boxes Size: 84 oz. and 21 oz. boxes Lot code/best by date: 11152026 Product: Wild Coast LLC 'Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula' Size: 16oz and 24oz Lots: #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672 and #22664 Best by date: 12/25 CLICK HERE to view the latest recall notices from the FDA.. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Another cat food brand recalled due to possible bird flu contamination
Savage Pet is the latest cat food brand to recall some of its products due to the possibility that it is contaminated with bird flu. On Saturday, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of large and small boxes of Savage Pet's raw chicken cat food. The recall is for 66 of the company's large 84-oz boxes and 74 of the company's small 21-oz boxes. They have a lot code/best-by date of 11152026. The affected products come in cardboard boxes with handles that make the shape of a cat's head. The chicken one is indicated by the color yellow outlining the company's logo on the box. The cat food boxes were distributed to retailers across five states: California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington. The FDA warned those who may have purchased the affected cat food to not feed it to their pets or donate it but instead to return it to the retailer in exchange for a refund. Customers who may have fed the food to their cats should look out for any symptoms of the bird flu, also known as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1. Symptoms of bird flu include 'fever, lethargy, low appetite, reddened or inflamed eyes, discharge from the eyes and nose, difficulty breathing, and neurological signs like tremors, stiff body movements, seizure, lack of coordination, or blindness,' according to the FDA. Any cats experiencing these symptoms after eating the affected food should contact their veterinarian immediately. Although no human infections have been identified, pet owners should also pay attention to their own symptoms that could be experienced after handling the raw food. The symptoms include 'eye redness or irritation (conjunctivitis), cough, sore throat, sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, and muscle/body aches.' The news of Savage Pet's recall comes after Wild Coast LLC dba Wild Coast Raw announced a recall on its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats, also over the possibility of it being contaminated with bird flu. The affected products came in 16-ounce or 24-ounce packaging and were sold at pet food retailers in Washington and Oregon. The frozen products came in a small round white plastic container with a green label on it. Recalled cat food containers can be identified by the numbers 22660, 22653, 22641, 22639, 22672, and 22664, and the Best By date of December 25. This recall also affects any 'raw material sharing similar production dates and lot codes as 22660 and 22664.' This recall was initiated after sampling by the Oregon Department of Agriculture revealed 'the presence of the same strain of H5N1 in the affected cats and these products as well as sampling by the Washington State Department of Agriculture.' The American Veterinary Medical Association had previously issued a warning about the bird flu outbreak affecting cats. 'Cats were already known to be susceptible to the H5N1 virus, with several feline cases linked to poultry or wild bird exposure before the outbreak in cattle began,' the organization said in a statement on its website. 'Cats appear to be particularly susceptible to severe illness, often resulting in death. Whether infected cats can infect other cats is currently unclear; however, that possibility cannot be dismissed.'
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Wild Coast Raw recalls frozen cat food due to potential bird flu contamination: See products
Wild Coast Raw issued a recall on Saturday for "lots" of its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula, as the raw cat food may have been contaminated with bird flu. Wild Coast Raw initiated the recall after sampling by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and Washington State Department of Agriculture revealed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, in affected cats and the products, according to the recall. The recall comes after Wild Coast Raw issued a similar one in February after two cats that ate the brand's cat food grew severely ill of bird flu and died. Here's what to know about which products are affected and where. The recall is for Wild Coast Raw's 16-ounce and 24-ounce frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats. The product is in a small, round white plastic container with a green label. The affected lot numbers are #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, #22664, #22660 and #22664. The best buy date for the affected products is December 2025. The recalled products were sold in Washington and Oregon. Do not feed the recalled product to pets or any other animals. Securely discard the product to prevent animals and wildlife from consuming it. Contact your place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact West Coast Raw by email at info@ or by phone at 360-591-3543 between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST. Pet owners who fed their cats the recalled products should watch for the following symptoms: Fever Lethargy Low appetite Reddened or inflamed eyes Discharge from the eyes and nose Difficulty breathing Neurological signs like tremors, stiff body movements, seizure, lack of coordination or blindness Owners whose cats exhibit these symptoms, after eating the recalled product, should contact their veterinarian. Yes. The mortality rate for cats infected with bird flu is 67%, according to the University of Maryland's School of Public Health. Though human infections have not been identified among people handling raw pet food products, humans can become infected if the virus gets into their eyes, nose or mouth. People who have come in contact with the recalled products should wash their hands thoroughly and sanitize all contact surfaces, like countertops, fridges, bowls and utensils. Common bird flu symptoms in humans include: Eye redness or irration Cough Sore throat Sneezing Runny or stuffy nose Muscle/body aches Headaches Fatigue Fever Trouble breathing Seizures Rash Diarrehea Nausea/vomiting People exhibiting these symptoms, who have been exposed to the recalled products, should contact their healthcare provider and local health department. Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Follow her on X and Instagram @gretalcross. Story idea? Email her at gcross@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Wild Coast Raw recalls frozen cat food due to bird flu contamination
USA Today
04-03-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Wild Coast Raw recalls frozen cat food due to potential bird flu contamination: See products
Wild Coast Raw recalls frozen cat food due to potential bird flu contamination: See products Show Caption Hide Caption Canned tuna recall due to risk of botulism, big name grocery stores involved Tri-Union Seafoods of California is recalling tuna cans that were sold in Trader Joe's and Costco, among other locations, due to the risk of botulism. Straight Arrow News Wild Coast Raw issued a recall on Saturday for "lots" of its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula, as the raw cat food may have been contaminated with bird flu. Wild Coast Raw initiated the recall after sampling by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and Washington State Department of Agriculture revealed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, in affected cats and the products, according to the recall. The recall comes after Wild Coast Raw issued a similar one in February after two cats that ate the brand's cat food grew severely ill of bird flu and died. Here's what to know about which products are affected and where. Which products are listed in the recall? The recall is for Wild Coast Raw's 16-ounce and 24-ounce frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats. The product is in a small, round white plastic container with a green label. The affected lot numbers are #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, #22664, #22660 and #22664. The best buy date for the affected products is December 2025. Where were the products sold? The recalled products were sold in Washington and Oregon. What should you do it you have the recalled product? Do not feed the recalled product to pets or any other animals. Securely discard the product to prevent animals and wildlife from consuming it. Contact your place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact West Coast Raw by email at info@ or by phone at 360-591-3543 between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST. How can bird flu affect cats? Pet owners who fed their cats the recalled products should watch for the following symptoms: Fever Lethargy Low appetite Reddened or inflamed eyes Discharge from the eyes and nose Difficulty breathing Neurological signs like tremors, stiff body movements, seizure, lack of coordination or blindness Owners whose cats exhibit these symptoms, after eating the recalled product, should contact their veterinarian. Can bird flu be fatal for cats? Yes. The mortality rate for cats infected with bird flu is 67%, according to the University of Maryland's School of Public Health. Can bird flu be transmitted from cats to humans? Though human infections have not been identified among people handling raw pet food products, humans can become infected if the virus gets into their eyes, nose or mouth. People who have come in contact with the recalled products should wash their hands thoroughly and sanitize all contact surfaces, like countertops, fridges, bowls and utensils. Common bird flu symptoms in humans include: Eye redness or irration Cough Sore throat Sneezing Runny or stuffy nose Muscle/body aches Headaches Fatigue Fever Trouble breathing Seizures Rash Diarrehea Nausea/vomiting People exhibiting these symptoms, who have been exposed to the recalled products, should contact their healthcare provider and local health department. Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Follow her on X and Instagram @gretalcross. Story idea? Email her at gcross@
