CAT FOOD RECALL – EXPERTS MONITORING TO SEE IF IT COULD GET WORSE since food tested positive for bird flu.
The situation is significant due to the confirmed link between the cat’s death and the contaminated pet food, raising concerns about the SAFETY OF RAW PET FOOD PRODUCTS
While the recall is limited to one batch, it highlights the potential risks of pathogens in raw diets for pets
Northwest Naturals, a Portland-based pet food company, has issued a nationwide voluntary recall of one batch of its 2-pound Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food after a house cat in Oregon died from consuming the product, which tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus (H5N1). The contaminated batch, with “best if used by” dates between May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026, was distributed across the U.S. and parts of Canada. The recall, prompted by genetic testing confirming the virus in the product and the cat, is being coordinated with the Oregon Department of Agriculture but not the FDA.
The Oregon Health Authority is monitoring individuals exposed to the infected cat, but no human cases have been linked to this incident. H5N1 bird flu can infect cats, dogs, and humans under specific conditions, though human transmission is rare. Consumers are advised to dispose of the affected product and seek refunds. This incident aligns with ongoing U.S. bird flu concerns, with 65 cases reported in 2024, including one severe human case in Louisiana.
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