Credit: Kibble Facts
Buy Bones, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of select lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites after testing by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed Salmonella contamination.
The company has stopped production and distribution of the product while working with regulators to investigate the source of contamination. No illnesses in pets or humans have been reported.
Recalled Product Details
The recall applies to the following item:
• Product: Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites
• Size: 1 lb (16 oz) resealable bags
• Lot numbers: 19379, 19380, 19381, 19382
• UPC: 739598900750
• Best-By date: September 2027
Distribution details:
• Sold after September 23, 2025
• 34 bags distributed from Minnesota to retail locations in Wisconsin
• Packaged in resealable plastic pouches (approx. 11″ × 9.5″ × 3.5″)
Why the Recall Was Issued
FDA testing confirmed the presence of Salmonella in product samples collected on September 11, 2025.
As a precaution, Buy Bones, Inc. halted production and distribution while the company and FDA investigate the contamination source.
Health Risks
Salmonella can cause illness in animals that consume contaminated products and in people who handle them or contaminated surfaces.
Possible symptoms in pets:
Diarrhea (sometimes bloody), vomiting, fever, lethargy, abdominal pain, decreased appetite. Some pets may carry Salmonella without symptoms but can still spread infection.
If your pet consumed the recalled product and shows symptoms, contact your veterinarian.
What To Do If You Have the Recalled Product
If you purchased affected Bully Bites:
• Stop feeding the product immediately
• Return it to the store for a refund or dispose of it securely
• Do not donate or resell the product
• Wash and sanitize bowls, containers, and surfaces
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Consumer Helpline
Buy Bones, Inc.
Phone: (810) 687-2106
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST
Reporting Pet Food Problems
Consumers can report issues through the FDA Safety Reporting Portal or the SmartHub Safety Intake Portal. Canadian consumers can submit reports through the Consumer Product Incident Report system.
Only specific lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites are affected. Stop using the product immediately and sanitize all surfaces and containers that may have come into contact with it.
Citations & Sources
FDA — Pet Food Safety & Recalls
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-food-feeds/pet-foodFDA Safety Reporting Portal
https://www.safetyreporting.hhs.govFDA SmartHub Safety Intake Portal
https://www.fda.gov/safety/report-problem-fda/smarthub-safety-intake-portal
Salmonella health information
CDC — Salmonella Overview
https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/index.htmlFDA — Salmonella and Pet Food Safety
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/get-facts-about-salmonella-pet-foodVCA Animal Hospitals — Salmonellosis in Dogs
https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/salmonellosis-in-dogsCornell University College of Veterinary Medicine — Salmonella in Pets
https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-topics/salmonella-dogs
Canadian consumer reporting
Government of Canada Consumer Product Incident Report
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/consumer-product-safety/report-incident.html
