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Northwest Naturals pet food recalled over salmonella, listeria risk
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Key Points:
- Northwest Naturals is voluntarily recalling nearly 2,000 pounds of raw cat and dog food due to salmonella and listeria monocytogenes contamination found in two chicken products distributed nationwide.
- The recall includes 1,272 pounds of Frozen Chicken Recipe and 684 pounds of Frozen Raw Diet for Dogs Chicken Recipe, both tested positive for harmful bacteria.
- No illnesses have been reported so far, but the contaminated products were distributed to retail stores across the U.S., with specific lot numbers and best-by dates identified.
- Salmonella and listeria can cause serious illness in pets and humans, with symptoms in animals including lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain; infected pets can also spread the bacteria.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the affected products, return them for a refund, and follow strict hygiene practices when handling raw pet food to prevent contamination.
