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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
18-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Raw pet food pulled after cats die with bird flu. Check these lots before feeding your pet
The Oregon Department of Agriculture urged pet owners to check the lot numbers on Wild Coast Raw pet food they have at home and stop feeding the product to their animals if they match certain lots after two cats were euthanized after eating it. The cats became severely ill with bird flu, authorities said, after they ate the same brand of raw pet food, the latest in a string of pet deaths linked to the virus. Testing confirmed the presence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in both cats, which lived in separate households, and samples of the raw food, the department said in a statement. The Washington State Department of Agriculture has also issued a public health notice warning consumers about the risk of some of Wild Coast Raw's products, which are produced in Olympia, Wa. Oregon health officials urged pet owners not to feed their animals undercooked or raw meat or raw (unpasteurized) milk, which is believed to have previously sickened and killed barn cats. Tyler Duncan, founder of Wild Coast Pet Foods, said in a statement that the company is halting sales of lot #22660 and #22664 of their Chicken Feline Formula with a best buy date of 12/2025. He said customers should dispose of the product and request a full refund from the place they purchased it. "If you currently feed our chicken formula and are concerned, I recommend cooking until 165 degrees, replacing with a non-poultry formula or replacing with a gently cooked formula," Duncan said. Duncan said Wild Coast mainly sources its chicken meat from California and only buys human-grade poultry manufactured in facilities inspected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The company is working with a third-party lab for internal screening for bird flu in its food. Raw food for pets is all the rage. Is the fad worth the risk of bird flu, salmonella? California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency over the bird flu outbreak which has wiped out millions of the state's chickens and turkeys in recent months and infected about two-thirds of the state's dairy herds since the end of August. Last month, Los Angeles County health officials warned residents about another brand of pet food, Monarch Raw Pet Food, sold at farmers markets in California after the H5 bird flu virus was detected in product samples and was believed to have sickened five cats. That warning came a week after another brand, Northwest Naturals, recalled a line of raw and frozen chow linked to the death of another cat in Oregon that contracted bird flu. U.S. Food and Drug Administration studies dating back to 2012 have found that raw pet foods are far more likely to carry disease. Despite pet deaths, recalls and health authority warnings, raw pet food has grown into a $3 billion industry in the U.S. Domestic cats have been known to carry bird flu since 2004. But the death rates seen in the current U.S. outbreak seem dramatically higher than what's been seen around the world, Kristen Coleman, an assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Public Health, previously told USA TODAY. Before, about half of cats died, but now about 90% seem to be dying, said Coleman, who has been tracking those deaths. Contributing: Eduardo Cuevas, Michael Loria and Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY; Reuters This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Company stops selling some raw pet foods after cats die with bird flu
USA Today
18-02-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Two Oregon cats euthanized after contracting bird flu linked to raw pet food brand
Two cats in Oregon were euthanized after they ate the same brand of raw pet food and became severely ill with bird flu, state officials said late last week. The Oregon Department of Agriculture urged pet owners to check the lot numbers on Wild Coast Raw pet food they have at home and stop feeding the product to their animals if they match the affected lot. Testing confirmed the presence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in both cats, which lived in separate households, and samples of the raw food, the department said in a statement. The Washington State Department of Agriculture has also issued a public health notice warning consumers about the risk of some of Wild Coast Raw's products, which are produced in Olympia, Wa. Oregon health officials urged pet owners not to feed their animals undercooked or raw meat or raw (unpasteurized) milk, which is believed to have previously sickened and killed barn cats. Tyler Duncan, founder of Wild Coast Pet Foods, said in a statement that the company is halting sales of two lots of their Chicken Feline Formula with a best buy date of 12/2025. He said customers should dispose of the product and request a full refund from the place they purchased it. "If you currently feed our chicken formula and are concerned, I recommend cooking until 165 degrees, replacing with a non-poultry formula or replacing with a gently cooked formula," Duncan said. Duncan told Reuters Wild Coast mainly sources its chicken meat from California and only buys human-grade poultry manufactured in facilities inspected by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Duncan told the outlet the company is working with a third-party lab for internal screening of bird flu in its food. Raw food for pets is all the the fad worth the risk of bird flu, salmonella? California Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency over the bird flu outbreak which has wiped out millions of the state's chickens and turkeys in recent months and infected about two-thirds of the state's dairy herds since the end of August. Last month, Los Angeles County health officials warned residents about another brand of pet food, Monarch Raw Pet Food, sold at farmers markets in California after the H5 bird flu virus was detected in product samples and was believed to have sickened five cats. That warning came a week after another brand, Northwest Naturals, recalled a line of raw and frozen chow linked to the death of another cat in Oregon that contracted bird flu. U.S. Food and Drug Administration studies dating back to 2012 have found that raw pet foods are far more likely to carry disease. Despite pet deaths, recalls and health authority warnings, raw pet food has grown into a $3 billion industry in the U.S. Domestic cats have been known to carry bird flu since 2004. But the death rates seen in the current U.S. outbreak seem dramatically higher than what's been seen around the world, Kristen Coleman, an assistant professor at the University of Maryland School of Public Health, previously told USA TODAY. Before, about half of cats died, but now about 90% seem to be dying, said Coleman, who has been tracking those deaths. Contributing: Eduardo Cuevas, Michael Loria and Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY; Reuters
