FDA Recalls Savage Pet Cat Food Over Bird Flu Contamination

The recall affects raw chicken cat food in five states after confirmed H5N1 cases in cats, with no human infections reported so far.

The FDA has recalled Savage Pet's raw chicken cat food due to confirmed H5N1 avian flu contamination, affecting products distributed in California, Colorado, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
The recall involves 66 large (84 oz.) and 74 small (21 oz.) boxes with a 'best by' date of Nov. 15, 2026.
Two cats, one in Colorado and one in New York, became ill after consuming the affected food, with further testing confirming the presence of the virus.
Pet owners are advised to monitor their cats for symptoms such as fever, lethargy, and neurological issues, and return the recalled food for a refund.
While the risk of cat-to-human transmission is extremely low, the FDA recommends precautions for handling raw pet food, including thorough handwashing and surface sanitization.