# Major Recall Alert: Chicken Recipe for Dogs Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Albright’s Raw Pet Food, based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, has issued a voluntary recall of its **Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced** product. The recall has been initiated out of an abundance of caution due to the product's potential contamination with *Salmonella*. This urgent notice is critical for dog owners seeking to safeguard their pets and families from possible health risks.
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## Why This Recall is Important
The presence of *Salmonella* in pet food not only poses a danger to dogs but can also impact the health of their owners. Pets that consume products contaminated with *Salmonella* may experience symptoms such as lethargy, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), fever, vomiting, abdominal pain, and decreased appetite. Some infected pets may show no symptoms but can still shed the bacteria through their feces, spreading it to other animals and humans.
Human exposure to *Salmonella* can occur when handling the contaminated product, feeding pets, or coming into contact with surfaces, utensils, or even pets exposed to the affected food. Symptoms in humans may include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea or bloody diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Fever
In severe cases, *Salmonella* infections in humans can lead to complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, or urinary symptoms. Young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems are particularly vulnerable.
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## Details of the Recall
Here's what you need to know about the issue and the recalled product:
- **Brand Name**: Albright’s Raw Pet Food
- **Product Name**: Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced
- **Packaging**: Frozen 1 lb. bricks in clear vacuum-sealed bags, sold in 30 lb. cases
- **Reason for Recall**: Potential contamination with *Salmonella*
- **Distribution**: Nationwide direct-to-consumer sales and select retailers in MA, CA, SC, NC, WI, and NY
- **Lot Number Details**: Please refer to the official **[FDA recall notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albrights-raw-pet-food-announces-voluntary-recall-select-chicken-recipe-dogs-complete-and-balanced-1)** for specific lot numbers.
This issue was discovered during routine sampling by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), during which one composite sample tested positive for *Salmonella*.
**Important to Note**: As of now, no illnesses in pets or humans tied to these recalled products have been confirmed.
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## What You Should Do
If you have purchased the affected **Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced**, here are immediate steps you should take:
1. **Stop Use Immediately**: Do not feed the recalled product to your pet.
2. **Check Packaging**: Identify if your product's lot number matches the recalled inventory by visiting the [FDA recall notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albrights-raw-pet-food-announces-voluntary-recall-select-chicken-recipe-dogs-complete-and-balanced-1).
3. **Dispose of the Product Safely**:
- Place it in a secure, sealed bag to avoid contamination.
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
4. **Contact Albright’s Raw Pet Food**:
- Email: **info@albrightsraw.com**
- Phone: **866-729-4738**
If your pet has consumed this product and displays symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy, contact your veterinarian promptly. Individuals experiencing any symptoms of *Salmonella* exposure should seek medical advice.
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Albright’s Raw Pet Food has pledged to continue its investigation into this matter and is working alongside third-party labs to maintain their commitment to producing high-quality pet food. For more details, visit the official [FDA recall announcement here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/albrights-raw-pet-food-announces-voluntary-recall-select-chicken-recipe-dogs-complete-and-balanced-1).
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