Two dog food brands issue recalls over salmonella, metal contamination risks

THOUSAND PALMS, CALIF. (KESQ)- Two dog food manufacturers have issued product recalls following reports of contamination risks. On Aug. 21, 2026, Fromm Family Foods LLC recalled Fromm wet canned dog food due to potential metal contamination.

That announcement followed an Aug. 17, 2026, recall by Oma's Pride for raw canine food linked to potential salmonella contamination.

The Oma's Pride recall involves 639 bags of frozen Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe. Food and Drug Administration testing triggered by a consumer complaint confirmed the presence of salmonella in a product sample. Three dog illnesses have been reported in connection with the product, while no human illnesses have been identified.

The affected Oma's Pride product is sold in six-pound gusseted stand-up pouches containing 12 individually wrapped, eight-ounce vacuum-sealed portions.

The recalled lot was manufactured on Jan. 27, 2026, with a best-by date of Jan. 27, 2029. Between Feb. 12 and May 15, 2026, the bags were distributed to retailers and wholesalers in 11 states: Arizona, Calif., Ind., Ky., La., Md., Nev., N.J., N.Y., Pa. and Virginia, as well as directly to consumers through online orders.

Salmonella contamination poses health risks to pets consuming the food and to humans handling it, particularly if hands and surfaces are not thoroughly washed. Infected animals may experience lethargy, diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite and abdominal pain, though healthy pets can also act as symptomless carriers. Humans exposed to salmonella can experience symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever, with potential risks for severe complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

Pet owners who purchased the recalled raw dog food are instructed to stop feeding it to their animals immediately, dispose of the product safely and contact Oma's Pride for a full refund. Consumers should also wash and sanitize all pet bowls, cups and storage containers that came into contact with the food. Oma's Pride addressed the recalled lot in a statement to customers. “The health and safety of pets and the people who care for them is our highest priority,” the company said. “We are proud of the food we make and we remain committed to producing high-quality, biologically appropriate pet food.”