Popular pet food recalled after 3 dogs got sick in latest U.S. salmonella scare

The ongoing salmonella outbreaks that have taken grip this summer have now reached dogs.

Oma’s Pride, a raw pet food brand based in Avon, Connecticut, has issued a voluntary recall on 639 bags of its Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe due to salmonella contamination. 

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it received a consumer complaint about the product, tested it, and found it tested positive for salmonella, according to a recall notice shared on Monday, August 17. Oma’s Pride is investigating the source.

So far, there have been three reports of dogs experiencing illness, the notice states. The announcement also warns that humans could contract salmonella infections when handling the impacted foods. 

Fast Company reached out to Oma’s Pride for additional comment. The pet food brand is owned by Miller Foods.

This year has seen brands like Kroger and Utz face salmonella outbreaks, with one notable outbreak being linked to jalapeño peppers and impacting numerous retailers in states across the country.

What products are affected?

The dog food recall is limited to the Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe, 6 lb bag. The stand-up pouch is made up of 12 different 8-oz vacuum-sealed portions of food. Here are the identifying points to look out for:

• Produced: January 27, 2026
• Best by date: January 27, 2029
• UPC: 8 7938400145 9
• SKU: F-WOOFC-6
• Lot number: BB012729

Where was the product sold? 

Oma’s Pride distributed the impacted Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe bags between February 12, 2026, and May 15, 2026. The product was sold through wholesale, retail, and online direct orders in these states:

• Arizona
• California
• Indiana
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maryland
• New Jersey
• Nevada
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• Virginia 

What should I do if I have this product?

Immediately stop giving your dog any impacted bag of Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe. Oma’s Pride warns against selling or donating the product and says to throw it out. 

“Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers,” the notice states. “Always ensure you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that have come into contact with it.” 

You can contact Oma’s Pride directly for a refund at 1-800-678-OMAS or by emailing hello@omaspride.com. 

What salmonella symptoms should I look out for in my dog? 

According to the FDA release, pets with salmonella infections can exhibit symptoms such as: 

• Lethargy
• Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Decreased appetite
• Abdominal pain

The announcement warns that “infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans.”

Contact your veterinarian if your pet exhibits any symptoms of a salmonella infection. 

Salmonella can cause similar symptoms in humans, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting.