Blue Ridge Beef recalls pet food over salmonella and listeria concerns

Blue Ridge Beef recall overview:

• Who: Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 1,080 lbs of Kitten Mix and 1,380 lbs of Puppy Mix.
• Why: The recall is due to contamination with Salmonella and Listeria.
• Where: The recall is effective in nine states across the United States, including Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York and Tennessee.

Blue Ridge Beef has issued a recall for its Kitten Mix and Puppy Mix products after they tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria contamination. The recall affects more than 2,000 lbs of pet food distributed across several states in the United States.

The Blue Ridge Beef recall was announced on April 11, 2025, following a customer complaint about an animal illness. This is the second recall in a matter of months for Blue Ridge Beef’s Kitten Mix products.

The affected products include 2 lb logs of Kitten Mix with lot number N26 0114 and 2 lb logs of Puppy Mix with lot number N25 1230, distributed between January 3 and January 24, 2025. 

According to the recall, the contamination poses a risk to both animals and humans. “Salmonella and Listeria can affect animals eating the products, and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products,” the recall states.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed the Salmonella and Listeria contamination in the products following tests conducted by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

Blue Ridge recall advises pet owners to monitor their pets for signs of illness

Pets consuming the contaminated food may exhibit symptoms, such as lethargy, diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected pets can also spread the bacteria to humans and other animals. 

The Blue Ridge Beef recall advises pet owners to be vigilant for signs of illness in their pets, such as decreased appetite or abdominal pain. It also emphasizes the importance of washing hands and sanitizing any surfaces or utensils that come into contact with the recalled products.

Blue Ridge Beef is taking action by recalling the affected batches and advising consumers to return or safely dispose of the products. The company is working with the FDA to ensure the safety of its products and prevent further contamination.

For more information, consumers can contact Blue Ridge Beef at 704-873-2072 or email [email protected]. The company is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST to address any concerns.

In January, Blue Ridge Beef also announced a recall for its two-pound log Natural Mix dog food.

Blue Ridge Beef says it has not received any reports of illness or injury related to the recall so far. The company is not currently facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.

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