Cat Food Recalls and Alerts - Complete List

Petful is the #1 most trusted source of U.S. cat food recall information. With over a decade of experience in recall research, our team has compiled the most complete list of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalls, alerts, and historical archives from 2007. Note that our archives include retracted FDA recalls that are no longer found on the FDA website.

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Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2024

See the complete list of 2024 cat food recalls and alerts in the list below. Follow the links to see important details.

January 27, 2024 – Viva Raw Pets Recall: Viva Recalls Multiple Viva Pet Food Products
January 3, 2024 – Blue Ridge Beef Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Dec 22, 2023): Blue Ridge Beef Expands Recall for Kitten Mix and Kitten Grind Products

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2023

See the complete list of 2023 cat food recalls and alerts in the list below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 22, 2023 – Blue Ridge Beef Recall: Blue Ridge Beef Recalls Kitty Mix and Kitten Grind Cat Food Products
November 16, 2023 – TFP Nutrition Recall: TFP Nutrition Recalls Multiple Cat Food Brands (Economax, Country Acres Farm Cat, Exclusive, Feline Medley H-E-B Texas, and More)
November 9, 2023 – Mid America Pet Food Recall: Mid America Recalls Wayne Feeds Cat Food
November 9, 2023 – Mid America Pet Food Recall: Mid America Recalls Victor Super Premium Cat Food
January 23, 2023 – Royal Canin Recall: Royal Canin Recalls Veterinary Feline Cat Food (Renal Support)

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2022

See the complete list of 2022 cat food recalls and alerts in the table below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 16, 2022- TFP Nutrition Recall: TFP Nutrition Recalls H-E-B Texas Pets Dry Cat Food
June 18, 2022 – Freshpet Recall: Freshpet Recalls Freshpet Cat Food (Fresh from the Kitchen Home Cooked Chicken Recipe
February 18, 2022 – Family Dollar Recall: Family Dollar Recalls All Cat Food Products at Select Retail Stores

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2021

See the complete list of 2021 cat food recalls and alerts in the table below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 23, 2021 – Woody’s Pet Food Deli Recall: Woody’s Recalls Raw Cornish Hen Pet Food
December 9, 2021 – Aldi and Pet Brands Products Recall: Aldi Recalls Pure Being Cat Advent Calendars
July 14, 2021 – Nestlé Purina PetCare Recall: Nestlé Recalls Purina Pro Plan Cat Food (Complete Essentials Tuna)
July 8, 2021 – NomNomNow Recall: NomNomNow Recalls Nom Nom Cat Food (Chicken Cuisine)
June 2021 – True Pet Food Project Recall: True Pet Food Recalls Smalls Human-Grade Cat Food
May 20, 2021 – Natural Balance Pet Foods Recall: Natural Balance Recalls L.I.D. Cat Food (Green Pea & Chicken Formula)
April 9, 2021 – J.M. Smucker Co. Recall: JM Smucker Recalls Meow Mix Original Choice Cat Food
March 27, 2021 – Midwestern Pet Foods Recall: Midwestern Recalls Several Brands of Cat Food (Earthborn H holistic, Pro Pac, Sportmix, and More)
January 11, 2021 – Midwestern Pet Foods Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Dec 30, 2020): Midwestern Pet Foods Recalls Splash Fat Cat and Sportmix Cat Food

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2020

See the complete list of 2020 cat food recalls and alerts in the table below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 30, 2020 – Midwestern Pet Food Recall: Midwestern Pet Food Recalls Sportmix Cat Food
October 8, 2020 – Sunshine Mills Recall: Sunshine Mill Recalls Sprout Hi-Protein Cat Food
July 3, 2020 – J.M. Smucker Company Recall: JM Smucker Recalls Natural Balance Cat Food (Ultra Premium Chicken and Liver Pate)
March 23, 2020 – IcelandicPlus Recall: IcelandicPlus Recalls Capelin Whole Fish Cat Treats

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2019

See the complete list of 2019 cat food recalls and alerts in the table below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 5, 2019 – J.M. Smucker Company Recall: JM Smucker Recalls Special Kitty (Mixed Grill Dinner Pate)
November 14, 2019 – Go Raw Recall: Go Raw Recalls Quest Cat Food (Beef Diet)
August 14, 2019 – Texas Tripe Recall: Texas Tripe Recalls Various Raw Cat Food Products
April 4, 2019 – Thogersen Family Farm Recall: Thogersen Recalls Ground Cat Food
March 29, 2019 – Nestlé Purina PetCare Company Recall:Purina Recalls Muse Cat Food (Natural Chicken Recipe)
January 28, 2019 – Woody’s Pet Food Deli Recall: Woody’s Recalls Raw Cat Food (Free-Range Turkey)
January 23, 2019 – Hare Today Alert: Hare Today Cautioned by FDA for Gone Tomorrow Cat Food (Ground Chicken With Bones and Organs)

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts for 2018

See the complete list of 2018 cat food recalls and alerts in the table below. Follow the links to see important details.

December 21, 2018 – Columbia River Natural Pet Foods Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Dec 5, 2018): Columbia River Recalls Frozen Cat Food (Cow Pie, Chicken & Vegetables)
December 7, 2018 – J.M. Smucker Company Recall: JM Smucker Recalls 9Lives Recalls Protein Plus Cat Food
December 5, 2018 – Columbia River Natural Pet Food Recall: Columbia River Recalls Frozen Cat Food (Cow Pie Fresh Frozen Meats for Cats)
October 25, 2018 – G & C Raw Expanded Recall (Initial Recall on Aug 3, 2018): G & C Recalls Multiple Cat Food Products
September 7, 2018 – Steve’s Real Food Recall: Steve’s Real Food Recalls Cat Food Products
August 21, 2018 – Radagest Pet Food Inc. Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Jul 6, 2018): Rad Cat Recalls Raw Diet Cat Food
August 3, 2018 – G & C Raw Recall: G & C Recalls Multiple Pat’s Cat Products
July 6, 2018 – Radagest Pet Food Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Mar 20, 2018): Radagest Recalls Rad Cat Products (Raw Diet Cat Food)
April 16, 2018 – Carnivore Meat Company Recall: Carnivore Meat Recalls Vital Essentials Cat Food (Beef Toppers)
March 20, 2018 – Radagest Pet Food Recall: Radagest Recalls Rad Cat Products (Chicken and Turkey)
March 1, 2018 – Blue Ridge Beef Recall: Blue Ridge Beef Recalls Kitten Grind Cat Food
February. 8, 2018 – Raws for Paws Recall: Raw for Paws Recalls Ground Turkey Pet Food

Historical Cat Food Recalls and Alerts - 2017 and Older

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Cat Food Recall FAQs

What cat food is currently recalled?

January 27, 2024 – Viva Raw Pets Recall: Viva Recalls Multiple Viva Cat Food Products
January 3, 2024 – Blue Ridge Beef Recall Expansion (Initial Recall on Dec 22, 2023): Blue Ridge Beef Expands Recall for Cat Food (Kitten Mix and Kitten Grind Products)
December 22, 2023 – Blue Ridge Beef Recall: Blue Ridge Beef Recalls Kitty Mix and Kitten Grind Cat Food Products
November 16, 2023 – TFP Nutrition Recall: TFP Nutrition Recalls Multiple Cat Food Brands (Economax,

Is there a Purina cat food recall?

There is no official cat food recall at this time, however there are many online claims of cats becoming severely sick. Follow the link for more information about the impacted product: Purina Pet Food Recall Rumors.

Is there a TFP Nutrition cat food recall?

November 16, 2023 – TFP Nutrition Recall: TFP Nutrition Recalls Multiple Cat Food Brands (Economax, Country Acres Farm Cat, Exclusive, Feline Medley H-E-B Texas, and More)

Is there a Mid America cat food recall?

November 9, 2023 – Mid America Pet Food Recall: Mid America Recalls Wayne Feeds Cat Food
November 9, 2023 – Mid America Pet Food Recall: Mid America Recalls Victor Super Premium Cat Food

What cat food has never had a recall?

If you visit our brands page, you can see all the brands that have never had a recall (marked by heart symbol.)

What should I do if my cat food has been recalled?

Navigate to our recall reporting page to see instructions on how to contact the company and ask for a refund. Check if your cat is behaving normally, and contact a healthcare provider or veterinarian immediately if they are showing unusual symptoms.

How can I get cat food recall alerts?

Subscribe to the Pet Food Recall Alerts to receive timely alerts on pet food recalls. Our service ensures you’re immediately informed about important safety notices, sending the latest updates directly to your inbox so we can all keep healthy pets.

What’s the difference between a recall and a Market Withdrawal

A recall is initiated when a product in the distributor’s supply chain or facility violates FDA regulations and could lead to legal action. This is typically due to contaminants found in the product or ingredients, such as salmonella and listeria. In contrast, a market withdrawal involves minor issues or non-violations that do not warrant legal action by the FDA.

How do I know if my cat is sick from a recalled product?

Cats infected by Salmonella contamination or Listeria monocytogenes contamination can exhibit a range of symptoms, which can vary depending on the severity of the infection and the individual cat’s health. Here are some common symptoms or serious ailments to look out for:

Cat salmonella infection may show the following symptoms:

Diarrhea, which may be bloody
Vomiting
Fever
Loss of appetite
Dehydration
Abdominal pain or abdominal cramping
Lethargy or decreased activity level from a typically active cat
Weight loss in chronic cases

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection in cats:

Fever
Lack of appetite
Nausea or Vomiting
Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea
Difficulty in breathing
Lethargy or listlessness
Muscle soreness or muscle pain
Abortion in pregnant cats
Neurological symptoms such as circling, lack of coordination, drooling, seizures, or paralysis due to the bacteria’s ability to affect the nervous system

It’s important to note that cats, especially those with Salmonella infections, can be asymptomatic carriers. This means they can harbor the bacteria and potentially spread it to other animals or humans without showing any signs of illness.

If you suspect your cat might be suffering from an infection caused by Salmonella, Listeria, or any other pathogen, it’s crucial to consult a veterinarian as soon as possible. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential for the health and well-being of your cat and can also help prevent the spread of infection to other animals and humans.

Cat Food Recalls and Alerts – Complete List