FAQ

As of the latest data, there is no major commercial dog food brand with a perfect record of zero recalls, highlighting the importance of vigilant monitoring by pet owners.

As of October 2025, Raw Bistro Pet Fare, Foodynamics' Raw Dog Barkery, BellePepper Cats, and Kanu Pets treats, and Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites have been recalled due to Salmonella contamination.

Based on recent recall data, no single dog food brand has remained entirely recall-free, but major brands not listed in recent FDA recalls may currently have a clean record.

Currently, as of October 2025, Raw Bistro Pet Fare, Foodynamics' freeze-dried treats, and Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites are under recall due to Salmonella contamination.

As of the latest data, no dog food brand is entirely free from recalls long-term, but brands not appearing in recent recall lists may offer safer options—dog owners should consult veterinarians and monitor FDA updates regularly.

Based on recent recalls and FDA advisories, the healthiest dog food is one that is free from contamination, not grain-free, and produced by a brand with a strong safety record and minimal recalls, unlike many listed.

Avoid dog foods from brands with recurring recalls due to contamination, such as Blue Ridge Beef, Darwin’s, Viva Raw, and Mid America Pet Food.

Recent recalls include brands like Raw Bistro, Viva Raw, Nature’s Own, Blue Ridge Beef, and Darwin’s, primarily due to Salmonella or Listeria contamination.

Blue Ridge Beef has the most documented dog food recalls in recent years, followed closely by Darwin’s and Mid America Pet Food.

Common dog food recalls often involve contamination with Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, aflatoxins, foreign objects, or mislabeling. Recent years have seen recalls from brands like Blue Ridge Beef, Viva Raw, Darwin’s, and Mid America Pet Food.