Credit: Kibble Facts
Foodynamics has issued a voluntary recall of select freeze-dried pet treats sold under the Raw Dog Barkery, BellePepper Cats, and Kanu Pets brands after U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) testing detected potential Salmonella contamination.
The company has paused production and distribution of the affected items while working with regulators to determine the source of contamination. No illnesses have been reported in pets or humans.
Recalled Products
The recall includes specific freeze-dried treats in the following varieties and lot numbers:
• Raw Dog Barkery — Whole Chicken Hearts (3 oz, 16 oz) — Lot 030527, 040217
• Raw Dog Barkery — Sliced Chicken Heart (3 oz) — Lot 031627
• BellePepper Cats — Freeze-Dried Chicken Heart Slices (3 oz) — Lot 031627
• BellePepper Cats — Freeze-Dried Sample Treats (unpackaged/unlabeled) — Lot 121426, 011526
• Kanu Pets — Freeze-Dried Chicken Heart Raw Treats (3 oz) — Lot 031627
The products were shipped from Wisconsin to retailers in Wisconsin, New York, and Florida. Only seven consumer packages were distributed directly to buyers.
Foodynamics reports it traced 100% of distribution and contacted all direct customers shortly after announcing the recall.
Why the Recall Was Issued
The recall was triggered after FDA sampling detected Salmonella in certain lots of the freeze-dried treats.
As a precaution, Foodynamics has:
• Suspended production and distribution
• Begun an investigation into contamination sources
• Instructed retailers to quarantine affected inventory
What Consumers Should Do
If you have any recalled products:
• Stop feeding them immediately
• Do not sell, donate, or share them
• Return for a refund or dispose of them securely
• Wash and sanitize bowls, storage containers, and surfaces
• Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Health Risks
Salmonella can affect animals that eat contaminated food and humans who handle it.
Possible symptoms in humans:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), abdominal cramps, fever. Severe cases may include arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, or urinary symptoms.
Possible symptoms in pets:
Lethargy, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), vomiting, fever, reduced appetite, abdominal pain. Some infected pets may show no symptoms but can still spread bacteria.
Contact a veterinarian or healthcare provider if symptoms appear after exposure.
Contact Information
Foodynamics
Phone: (262) 421-5339
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM CST
Reporting Pet Food Problems
U.S. consumers can file reports through the FDA Safety Reporting Portal or SmartHub Safety Intake Portal.
Canadian consumers can submit reports through the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall affects specific lot numbers of freeze-dried treats due to Salmonella risk. Stop using affected products immediately and sanitize all surfaces and containers that may have come into contact with them.
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 Infection 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 incident reporting
Government of Canada Consumer Product Incident Report
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/consumer-product-safety/report-incident.html
