Apex Dog Food

PetfulMay 27, 2023

⚠ Important recall information appears below.

Apex is self-described as the “pinnacle of pet nutrition.” Using holistic ingredients, Apex states that it is good for sensitive stomachs and skin, and has no corn, wheat, soy or by-products. Diamond Pet Foods Inc. manufactures the brand Apex.

Has Apex Ever Been Recalled?

Yes. In 2012 Apex voluntarily recalled its Chicken & Rice dog food because of suspected salmonella contamination, as Diamond Pet Foods had had an outbreak of salmonella in its South Carolina plant. In 2012, Diamond Pet Foods was sued by consumers who bought the contaminated food.

List of Apex Recalls

May 2012

Cause: Potential for salmonella. Announcement: FDA report dated May 4, 2012. What was recalled: Apex Chicken & Rice, 20 lb. and 40 lb. bags, Production Code #ACD0101B32 and “Best by” date of Jan. 24, 2013.

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