Recalled: Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Products Recalled Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination and Rodent-Related Insanitary Storage Conditions
Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Products Recall due to Salmonella contamination and rodent-related insanitary storage conditions at a distribution facility FDA
Petful Editorial Team
Pet Food Recall
This product was recalled. Check the affected lots below and stop feeding any that match.
- Brand
- Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Products
- Hazard
- Salmonella
- Recall date
- Jan 2, 2026
- Distribution
- Distributed to select retailers in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Indiana
- Type
- Recall
- Status
- Ongoing
Why was it recalled?
The Gold Star Distribution pet food recall was initiated after the company identified the possible presence of Salmonella contamination due to rodent and avian-related insanitary storage conditions at its distribution facility. These conditions may increase the risk of contamination in pet food products stored at the site.
Exposure to Salmonella may pose health risks to pets, including vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, fever, and loss of appetite, and may also present a risk to humans who handle contaminated pet food without proper hygiene.
The recall was issued with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Gold Star Distribution has halted distribution of affected products and implemented corrective actions to address the storage conditions.
- Company
- Gold Star Distribution Inc.
- Product Name
- Multiple product names
- Cause
- Possible Salmonella Contamination and Rodent and Avian Related Insanitary Storage Conditions
- Announcement
- FDA - December 26, 2025
- What was recalled
- All pet food products stored at the Gold Star Distribution facility during the affected period. No specific pet food brands, product names, or lot numbers were identified.
- Distribution
- Minnesota, North Dakota, and Indiana.
Overview
Pet food products stored at the Gold Star Distribution facility were recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination and the presence of rodent and avian-related insanitary storage conditions. The affected products were distributed to select retailers in Minnesota, North Dakota, and Indiana.
No illnesses or injuries have been reported at the time of the announcement.
What Products Were Included in the Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Recall on December 26, 2025?
- Product Name: Size: Not specified Lot Number: Not specified Best By: Not specified
What should you do?
If you have pet food products potentially affected by the Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Products Recall, stop feeding them to your pet immediately. Do not sell, donate, or feed the recalled products to any animals.
After handling recalled pet food or packaging, wash and sanitize your hands thoroughly, as well as pet bowls, utensils, preparation surfaces, and storage containers, to help reduce the risk of contamination.
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Contact Information
Brand’s recall history
- Website
- goldstardist.com
- Contact Form
- goldstardist.com/contact-us
- Phone
- 612-617-9800
- Hours
- Open from 7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday Saturday from 7 Am to 2 PM
What should you do?
- 1
If you have pet food products potentially affected by the Gold Star Distribution Pet Food Products Recall, stop feeding them to your pet immediately.
- 2
Do not sell, donate, or feed the recalled products to any animals.
- 3
After handling recalled pet food or packaging, wash and sanitize your hands thoroughly, as well as pet bowls, utensils, preparation surfaces, and storage containers, to help reduce the risk of contamination.
Primary source
This recall is documented in the official notice. Read the recall announcement →