US EditionDog and cat food recalled due to salmonella and listeria concerns
The recall affects multiple dog and cat food products distributed nationwide after routine testing revealed contamination risks with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
- Viva Raw, LLC issued a voluntary recall on Aug. 27, 2025, for two lots, 21495 and 21975, of six dog and cat food varieties distributed nationwide and in seven states.
- Routine NCDA testing found possible Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination in Viva Raw, LLC products, prompting a voluntary recall.
- The company said the impacted products include Viva Ground Beef for Dogs and Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies and four chicken products ; customers were notified by email and asked to contact Viva Raw for refunds at info@vivarawpets.com or phone 919-371-8882.
- The FDA cautioned that no illnesses have been reported, but handling or consuming recalled pet food may cause symptoms like decreased appetite, fever, vomiting, and abdominal pain in pets; officials advise safe disposal and sanitizing bowls.
- Part of a pattern, this recall follows Blue Ridge Beef's April recall and prompted Viva Raw Food to investigate after NCDA sample results; listeria kills roughly 260 people per year in the U.S.
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Popular raw dog, cat food recalled nationwide over salmonella, listeria risks
The recall applies to certain lots and varieties of Viva Raw dog and cat food.
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According to the authorities, pets with salmonella or listeria infections may have lethargy, diarrhea, or diarrhea with blood, fever, and vomiting.
FPSA - Viva Raw Issues Voluntary Recall of Two Lots of Dog and Cat Foods Due to Salmonella and Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination
August 25, 2025 – Viva Raw LLC, Charlotte, NC is voluntarily recalling two lots of dog and cat foods due to contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recall is for Lot 21495 (Viva Ground Beef for Dogs; Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies) and Lot 21975 (Viva Ground Chicken for Dogs;Read MoreThe post Viva Raw Issues Voluntary Recall of Two Lots of Dog and Cat Foods Due to Salmonella and Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination appeared…
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