Salmonella and Listeria Alerts in Dog Food: What Pet Owners Need to Know
Salmonella and Listeria Concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a recall on specific dog food products due to testing that revealed salmonella and listeria monocytogenes. The recall, a decision made by ANSWERS Pet Food, affects beef and chicken formulas sold nationwide.
Recall Details
Products affected include:
- ANSWERS Pet Food Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs - UPC: 856554002102, Size: 4 lb, Best Buy: MAY 06, 2026, Lot Code: BUBD MAY 06, 2026
- ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Beef Formula for Dogs - UPC: 856554002072, Size: 4 lb, Best Buy: JAN 31, 2026, Lot Code: BUBD JAN 31, 2026
- ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs - UPC: 856554002065, Size: 4 lb, Best Buy: JAN 02, 2026 & MAR 11, 2026, Lot Code: BUBD JAN 02, 2026 & MAR 11, 2026
Consumers must discard any products from these lots and sanitize any areas that may have come in contact with contaminated food. It is suggested to handle such products with care, using gloves or paper towels to avoid direct contact.
Health Implications
While salmonella and listeria can pose risks to pets, officials have confirmed that no illnesses linked to this specific recall have been reported. Moreover, listeria monocytogenes rarely affects dogs, and most salmonella species are not harmful to pets or humans.
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