Below is a list of product recalls. If a product we sold within the specified lot codes has been recalled, we will insert next to the product title (HAPPY HOUNDS) and provide specific instructions on what to do with your product.
This listing is a courtesy for you as the customer to conveniently find any issues with products you may have purchased in other locations as well as our own. Please do not bring us any recalled products that you purchased from another store. Specific instructions are provided for each recall as to what customers should do with products.
We cannot stress enough how important it is to keep the food you purchase in its bag not only for freshness reasons (dog food bags are designed to keep food fresher) but also for reference to lot codes when a recall occurs.
SEPTEMBER 2024 RECALLS
ANSWERS dog food being recalled.
The following dog food is being recalled due to potential salmonella and listeria.
Product name UPC. Size. Best buy/expiration date. Lot code
ANSWERS Pet Food Detailed Beef Formula for Dogs 856554002102 4lb (Half Gallon Carton) MAY 06, 2026/BUBD MAY 06, 2026
ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Beef Formula for Dogs 856554002072 4lb (Half Gallon Carton) JAN 31, 2026/BUBD JAN 31, 2026
ANSWERS Pet Food Straight Chicken Formula for Dogs 856554002065 4lb (Half Gallon Carton) JAN 02, 2026 and MAR 11, 2026/BUBD JAN 02, 2026 and BUBD MAR 11, 2026
Anyone who wishes to receive a refund can email pictures of their receipt and the product, and the retailer's information to
There have been no reports of pet injury or illness regarding the potentially impacted product to date.
No other products are affected or being recalled. TDBBS LLC is working with distributors and retailers to ensure that the affected products are no longer sold and have been removed from inventory.
This is a voluntary recall being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The recalled product was distributed between February to May 2024, and sold nationwide in retail stores and through online mail orders. This is a limited voluntary recall that is only affecting the following products/lots.
A pet food recall was announced recently after investigators conducted a test forSalmonellaandListeriawhich came back as positive. The voluntary recall included products shipped to over 1,500 customers, specifically Viva Duck for Dogs (Chunked), with Lot number 22853. The investigation was sparked by a single customer complaint, which ultimately led to the discovery of both Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes, as was reported in anemail alertfrom Viva.
According to Viva Raw’sstatementonline, the product in question had the last of the shipment departing warehouses on December 6, 2023. So far, only one customer complaint has been reported and there have yet to be any other reports related to the contamination.
JANUARY 2024 RECALLS
Blue Ridge Beef Raw Pet Food Recall Expanded to More States
The December 22, 2023recallof Blue Ridge Beef raw pet food is beingexpandedto include more states and more lot numbers. The recall was issued because the products may be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The recalling firm is Blue Ridge Beef of Statesville, North Carolina.
The recall is for all lot numbers and all use by dates between N24 1114 to N24 1224. The recalled products are 2 pound logs of Kitten Grind with UPC 8 54298 00101 6; 2 pound logs of Kitten Mix with UPC number 8 54298 00143 6; and 2 pound logs of Puppy Mix with UPC number 8 54298 00169 6.
These items were sold between 11/14/2023 – 12/20/2023. The pet food is packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the states of: Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin. You can see pictures of these products at the FDA web site.
Both people and pets can contract Salmonella infections from contaminated pet food. People can get sick if they touch the food and then touch their mouths, or eat, without washing their hands. They can also touch their pets and anything in the pet’s environment. Infected pets may or may not show symptoms, but they can excrete the bacteria in their feces, and it can get on their fur, carpets, toys, and furniture.
If you purchased this Blue Ridge Beef raw pet food, do not feed it to your pet. You can throw the logs away in a secure trash can after first double bagging them so other animals can’t access them, or you can take them back to the store where you bought them for a full refund. Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers after you discard this food, and wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
OCTOBER 2023 RECALLS
Darwin's Natural Pet Products
On October 12, the FDA advised pet owners to avoid feeding their pets the following lots of Darwin's:
Darwin's Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs, Lot 9774, manufactured on Jun 13, 2023. Darwin's Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe for Cats, Lot 9795, manufactured on Jun 28, 2023. Darwin's Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe for Cats, Lot 9830, manufactured on Jul 19, 2023. A fourth lot was added after the FDA received a consumer complaint, and the advisory was updated to include a warning about Darwin's Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Antibiotic & Grain-Free Chicken Recipe for Cats, Lot 9802, manufactured on Jul 7, 2023.
Given that the products are frozen, the FDA said it was concerned people may still have the items in their freezers.
The FDA previously issued a warning letter to Arrow Reliance Inc., which makes the dog food, in February after an official FDA inspection at the facility identified salmonella in several packages of dog food.
TFP Nutrition
On October 21, TFP Nutrition issued a voluntary recall for the following dog food item that could be contaminated by salmonella:
Retriever All Life Stages Mini Chunk Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
The affected product was manufactured on October 4 and October 5 at the Nacogdoches, Texas, facility, according to an FDA statement. The food was distributed in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah. It has "3277 TFP" or "3278 TFP" on the second line of the date code.
No illnesses in humans or animals were reported prior to the recall.Consumers who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or would like a replacement product or refund, may contact TFP Nutrition via a toll-free call at 1-800-330-3048, Monday through Sunday, 8 am – 5 pm CST. Consumers may also go to tfpnutrition.com/recall for more information.
The affected product being recalled was distributed between August 9 and 25. It was packaged in clear plastic and contains the product code UPC 8 54298 00193 1. The food was sold primarily in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the contamination, according to the FDA..
Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to contact Blue Ridge Beef directly at blueridgebeefnc@yahoo.comfor a full refund and should destroy the food in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access. Do not sell or donate the recalled products. Do not feed the recalled product to pets or any other animals. Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups and storage containers. Always ensure you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that come in contact with recalled food.
Consumers with questions may contact Mr. Steven Lea at (704) 880-4500 Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST.
Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula
The recall is for lots 1000016890, 1000016891 and 1000016892, a five-pound, 15-pound and 40-pound bag, respectively. The recall was separate from another Mid America Pet Food recall regarding salmonella in September, according to a statement from the FDA. No human or pet illnesses had been reported. Contact Mid America Pet Food Consumer Affairs at info@mapf.com or 1-888-428-7544 from 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday for additional information.
SEPTEMBER 2023 RECALLS
One Lot of Victor High-Pro Plus Dog Food Voluntarily Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Mid America Pet Food of Mount Pleasant, Texas, has voluntarily recalled one lot of Victor Hi-Pro Plus Super Premium Dog Food because it has the potential to be contaminated withSalmonella. The affected product was sold in 5-pound bags and sent to various distributors and retailers throughout the United States.
The affected product consists of 644 cases sold in 5-pound bags withLot Code 1000016385and withBest By Date 4/30/2024. Lot code information is found on the back of the bag.
To date, no human or pet illnesses have been reported and no other products are affected by this recall. Contact Mid America Pet Food Consumer Affairs at info@mapf.com or 1-888-428-7544 from 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday for additional information.
Biomic Sciences Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of ION* Sinus Support, ION* Sinus, and Restore Sinus Spray Products Due to Microbial Contamination (HAPPY HOUNDS)
Please follow the link below to request a refund on any Ion Sinus Spray you may have purchased.
Ark Naturals recently released a voluntary recall on its toothpaste products for dogs. Please read the press release here for more information.
The Lazy Dog Cookie Company has issued a voluntary withdrawal of their Pup-PIES. Please read the press release here for more information.
JULY 2021 RECALLS
STORMBERG FOODS RECALLS CHICKEN DOG TREATS FOR POSSIBLE SALMONELLA
Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Animal & Veterinary
Reason for Announcement:
Salmonella
Company Name:
Stormberg Foods
Brand Name:
Beg & Barker, Billo’s Best Friend, and Green Coast Pets
Product Description:
Chicken dog treats
Company Announcement
Stormberg Foods is recalling various sizes and batches of our Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips Dog Treat, Billo’s Best Friend Chicken Breast Strips Dog Treat, and Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps Dog Treat products due to a potential contamination ofSalmonella. On July 6, 2022, the firm was notified by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA & CS) that a sample they collected tested positive forSalmonellaspp.
Salmonellacan affect pets eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected withSalmonellashould monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely,Salmonellacan result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with these products should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets withSalmonellainfections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled products and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
Stormberg Foods and NCDA & CS are continuing their investigation into the cause of the problem.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
Products affected are:
Product
Size
UPC
Batch No.
Exp Dates
Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips
1 oz
8 50025 54628 7
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips
4 oz
8 50025 54611 9
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips
10 oz
8 50025 54610 2
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
Billo’s Best Friend Chicken Breast Strips
4 oz
8 50025 54682 9
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps
4 oz
8 60001 92832 7
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps
8 oz
8 60001 92833 4
All batch numbers
06/06/23 to 06/23/23
See product images for verification of products being recalled. Coding information may be found on the back of each package to the left or right of the UPC code.
The products were distributed between June 8, 2022 and June 22, 2022. These products were packaged in branded plastic bags in carboard master cases and shipped primarily to warehouses located in CA, MN, NC and RI. Products are then shipped nationwide to retail facilities and consumers via the internet.
Consumers who have purchased these products and/or have pets who have become ill are urged to notifystormbergship@gmail.comimmediately with all product information for return or proper disposal information. Consumers with questions may contact the customer services department via (919) 947-6011, Monday – Saturday 3:00am – 9:00 pm EST or email 24h/day.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the Food and Drug Administration.
PRIMAL PET FOODS RECALLS ONE LOT OF BEEF RAW FROZEN PATTIES (Please note while Happy Hounds sells Primal Raw Beef Patties, our batches were not involved in the recall.)
On behalf of our Primal team, I wanted to make you aware of a voluntary recall we are conducting on asinglelot (#W10068709) of Raw Frozen Primal Patties for Dogs Beef Formula (6-pound), with best by date of 05/22/23, due to potential contamination withListeria monocytogenes.
We distributed sixty-six cases (396 units) of this product to Maryland, Georgia, Texas, and British Columbia, in late April 2022. We have received no complaints or reports of illness to pets or humans from this lot. No other Primal lot codes or products are impacted by this voluntary recall.
The safety and quality of our products has always been my top priority. We confirmed that all testing results on this lot were negative forListeria monocytogenes– both raw materials and finished product – before it left our production facility in California. To learn more about our product safety assurance and “test and hold” protocols, please clickhere.
We have temperature tracking devices on all shipments to ensure storage requirements are met while being transported. Our Raw Frozen Primal Patties should be kept frozen until a pet parent is ready to use them. Pet parents are also encouraged to follow allsafe handling instructionson our packaging.
This voluntary recall is a result of routine sampling by the FDA, which revealed one positive result forListeria monocytogenesin one lot (#W10068709) of Raw Frozen Primal Patties for Dogs Beef Formula. If you have product from this lot in your possession, we ask that you stop feeding it to your dog and properly dispose of it.
If you have any questions, please view our recallFAQsor contact Primal Pet Foods by phone at (800) 742-1312 Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. PST, or by submitting anonline request.
OCTOBER 2021 RECALLS
Tuffy's Pet Foods is recalling approximately 1,600 cases of Pure Vita Salmon Entree Dog Food
The product may contain elevated levels of Vitamin D, which can cause adverse reactions in dogs of all sizes, including symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss.
There are no reports of illness or injury to date.
The recalled product -- which comes in a 12.5-oz. TetraPak carton with a lot number between 0629101N1 and 0901101N1 and UPC 0 73893 96202 1 -- has “best by dates” of June 9, 2023, and September 1, 2023. It was shipped to distributors and retail stores within the U.S.
What to do
Customers who purchased the recalled product should stop feeding it to their pets immediately and return it to their retailer for a full refund.
Consumers with questions may contact Tuffy’s Pet Foods at (800) 525-9155 Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (CT), or by email a
Fromm Family Foods Voluntarily Recalls Four-Star Shredded Entrée Canned Food For Dogs Due To Elevated Levels Of Vitamin D
MEQUON, WI, (OCTOBER 1, 2021)- FROMM FAMILY FOODS is issuing a voluntary recall of approximately 5,500 cases of Fromm Shredded can Entrée dog food due to potentially elevated levels of Vitamin D. Consumers should stop feeding the products listed below to their dogs. Potential adverse reactions could occur in all size dogs. No reports of illness or injury have been reported from consumers to date, however Fromm management has determined it is prudent to pull these four lots out of distribution. Dogs ingesting elevated levels of Vitamin D may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D when consumed at very high levels can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction. Consumers who have dogs that have consumed any of the affected products and are exhibiting these symptoms should contact their veterinarian. Affected recalled products were distributed at neighborhood pet stores nationwide. Products are packaged in 12 oz. cans with Best By Date 08/2024. A full list of affected products is below:
Product Name: Four-Star Shredded Beef in Gravy Entrée Food for Dogs
Net Weight: 12 oz. per can
Single Can UPC: 07270511876
Case of 12 Cans Item Number: 11877
Case of 12 Cans UPC: 072705118779
Affected Best By Date Range: "Best By 082024"
Product Name: Four-Star Shredded Chicken in Gravy Entrée Food for Dogs
Net Weight: 12 oz. per can
Single Can UPC: 072705118809
Case of 12 Cans Item Number: 11881
Case of 12 Cans UPC: 072705118816
Affected Best By Date Range: "Best By 082024"
Product Name: Four-Star Shredded Pork in Gravy Entrée Food for Dogs
Net Weight: 12 oz. per can
Single Can UPC: 072705118786
Case of 12 Cans Item Number: 11879
Case of 12 Cans UPC: 072705118793
Affected Best By Date Range: "Best By 082024"
Product Name: Four-Star Shredded Turkey in Gravy Entrée Food for Dogs
Net Weight: 12 oz. per can
Single Can UPC: 072705118823
Case of 12 Cans Item Number: 11883
Case of 12 Cans UPC: 072705118830
Affected Best By Date Range: "Best By 082024"
There are no other Fromm products affected by this recall. The recall was initiated after we discovered, through our own analysis, that these products may contain elevated levels of Vitamin D. We have identified and isolated the error, and in addition to our existing safety process, we have put corrective actions into place to prevent this from happening again.
This voluntary recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Consumers who have purchased Fromm Four-Star Shredded Entrée canned dog food are urged to return the product to your retailer. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-325-6331 from Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, Central Time, or may contactinfo@frommfamily.com.
AUGUST 2021 RECALLS
Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company recalled approximately 51,000 packages of Simply Nourish dog food due to it containing elevated levels of vitamin D,according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration(FDA).
The FDA advised consumers to immediately stop feeding the products to their pets. Affected Simply Nourish frozen dog food products were distributed at PetSmart stores nationwide. The recall includes products that are packaged in 2lb and 4.5lb packages with the "best by" date ranging from 11/10/2022 to 1/13/2023.
Dogs ingesting elevated levels of vitamin D may experience vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling and weight loss.
When consumed at very high levels or over an extended period of time, vitamin D can lead to serious health issues in dogs including renal dysfunction.
People with dogs who may have consumed Simply Nourish frozen products and are exhibiting symptoms of illness should contact their veterinarian, the FDA suggests.
The recall was initiated after a routine nutrition test confirmed elevated vitamin D in select Simply Nourish frozen food products.
An investigation indicated that the problem arose as a result of the vitamin mix dosage being significantly reduced by the vitamin mix manufacturer. The change was not detected or communicated properly, resulting in errors.
As a result, the dosage was not reduced in the pet food.
"We care deeply about our customers and their pets, and have put corrective actions into place to ensure this issue does not reoccur," Wet Noses Natural Dog Treat Company said in a statement.
As of Aug. 18, no illnesses have been reported and no other products have been affected.
Buyers who have purchased Simply Nourish Frozen Food are urged to return the product to its place of purchase for a full refund.
JUNE 2021 RECALLS
Freshpet Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Freshpet® Select Small Dog Bite Size Beef & Egg Recipe Dog Food Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
BETHLEHAM, Pa., June 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Freshpet Inc. is announcing a voluntary recall of a single lot ofFreshpet® Select Small Dog Bite Size Beef & Egg Recipe Dog Food(1 LB bags),with Sell by Date 10/30/2021, due to potential contamination with Salmonella. Our Freshpet Team had designated this single lot for destruction, but it was inadvertently shipped to retailers in limited geographic markets between June 7 and June 10, 2021. No other Freshpet products or lot codes are impacted by this recall.
If pet parents have products matching the following description in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their dogs and dispose of it immediately. Please call us if you have any of the recalled product,Freshpet® Select Small Dog Bite Size Beef & Egg Recipe Dog Food(1 LB bags), with Sell by Date 10/30/2021,for a refund or for your convenience you may use the following link to request a refund: http://freshpet.co/ssdb21.Sell by Date, along withUPC code and lot code, can be found on the bottom and back of each bag. Please see chart and product pictures for details.
Product Name
Retail UPC Code
Lot Code
Sell by Date
FRESHPET® SELECT SMALL DOG BITE SIZE BEEF & EGG RECIPE
627975012939
1421FBP0101
10/30/2021 L2
The safety of pets, pet parents and the quality of our products are of the greatest importance and we value the trust placed in Freshpet.
Pet parents who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should call 1.866.789.3737, Mon. through Fri., 9 am–9 pm (EDT) and Sat. through Sun.9 am--1 pm (EDT)or visit www.freshpet.com.
Sunshine Mills, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Certain Dog Food Products Because of Possible Salmonella Contamination
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should discontinue use of the product and may return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may contact Sunshine Mills, Inc. customer service at (800) 705-2111 from 7AM to 4PM Central Time, Monday through Friday, or by email atcustomer.service@sunshinemills.comfor additional information.
The best buy date and lot code can be found on the back of each package. The products identified below were distributed online and in retail stores:
Product
Size
BB Date Code & Lot
UPC Code
States
Sportsman's Pride Professional Formula 30/20 Dog Food
NATURAL BALANCE L.I.D. Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food
As a precautionary measure and out of abundance of caution, Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling its L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food, in the following product codes and best by date, because they have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. These items, from the same manufacturing lot, were produced by our co-packer Diamond Pet Foods.
No other Natural Balance Pet Food products or lot codes are subject to this voluntary recall. To date, no illnesses have been reported.
If pet owners have the recalled products in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their cats and dispose of it immediately or return it to the location of purchase for a refund.
ZUKE'S MINI NATURALS PRODUCTS
“At this time, we are proactively and voluntarily removing our Zuke’s Mini Naturals products from sale due to a quality issue.
“Zuke’s is a natural product, which uses a natural preservation system. We have identified a product quality issue during recent production with instances where the natural preservation system may not be working as effective as it should. While not a food safety issue, we are proactively and voluntarily removing Zuke’s Mini Naturals from sale because we want pet parents to continue to have the best experience with our products.
“Since this step is being taken due to a quality issue, we are not asking pet parents to return the product. If you are not completely satisfied with your Zuke’s purchase, we are always happy to issue a refund. Please reach out to our Pet Parent Relations teamhere.”
Which Products Have Been Removed?
The following dog treats are affected by the company’s action.
