Albright's recalls Chicken Recipe for dogs

Albright’s Raw Pet Food on May 6 voluntarily recalled one lot of its Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced after the product had the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, according to a company announcement posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on May 7. The recall covers frozen 1-pound bricks in clear vacuum packaging from lot code C001730. The affected product carries a best-by date of April 28, 2027, and UPC 20855404008367. The company said it was acting “out of an abundance of caution” while additional testing continues. ### Which product is covered by the recall? The recall applies to Albright’s Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced sold as frozen 1-pound bricks, generally distributed in 30-pound cases, according to the FDA-posted notice. The company identified the affected lot as C001730 and said other lots and products were not part of the action. (fda.gov) The FDA notice lists the product under the Albright’s brand and describes the packaging as clear vacuum-sealed bricks. That detail matters because the recall is limited to a single lot rather than a broader product line. ### How was the problem found? The FDA said routine sampling prompted the recall after testing of product from the lot. (fda.gov) DVM360, citing the company announcement and FDA notice, reported that the lot tested positive for Salmonella in one composite sample and that sampling also screened for Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli. Albright’s said third-party confirmatory testing is still pending. “While we continue to evaluate all available data, Albright’s Raw is proceeding with this voluntary recall to ensure the highest level of safety and transparency,” the company said, according to the notice cited by DVM360. (fda.gov) ### Where was the dog food sold? The affected lot was distributed directly to consumers nationwide and also reached a limited number of retailers in Massachusetts, California, South Carolina, North Carolina, Wisconsin and New York, according to the FDA notice as summarized by DVM360. (dvm360.com) The product was also sold through online channels. Fort Wayne, Indiana-based Albright’s is the company named in the recall notice. The FDA page identifies the firm as Albright’s Raw Pet Food of Fort Wayne. ### What are the risks for pets and people? Salmonella can cause illness in pets that consume contaminated food and can also be transmitted to people who handle the product or come into contact with contaminated surfaces, the FDA notice said. (dvm360.com) The agency said pets may show lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite and abdominal pain, though some animals may show no symptoms and still shed the bacteria. (fda.gov) In people, the FDA said symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever. The notice said severe illness can occur, particularly in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. ### Have any illnesses been reported? (fda.gov) No illnesses in pets or humans had been reported or confirmed in connection with the recalled lot as of the announcement, according to DVM360’s account of the FDA notice and company statement. The company said further testing and evaluation were still underway. That means the recall was announced before any publicly reported injuries tied to the lot. (fda.gov) The company framed the action as precautionary while the investigation continues. ### What should customers do now? The FDA notice said pet owners should stop feeding the recalled product and contact a veterinarian if their pet has eaten it and shows symptoms, or if infection is suspected. (dvm360.com) People who develop symptoms after handling the product or an exposed pet should contact a healthcare provider, the notice said. DVM360 reported that customers seeking a refund were told to submit a receipt, photographs of the product and purchase details to Albright’s at info@albrightsraw.com. Questions can also be directed to the company at that email address or by phone at 866-729-4738, while third-party confirmatory testing and the company’s investigation continue. (dvm360.com) (fda.gov)