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Northwest Naturals pet food recalled over bird flu contamination after cat dies
A voluntary recall was issued for a line of raw and frozen pet food after a cat died of bird flu, a case that Oregon officials connected to the feline’s contaminated food.
Northwest Naturals told consumers Tuesday to toss their Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food if its sell-by date falls between May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026. The company’s website said the batch, which was sold across the United States, tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), more commonly known as bird flu.
Consumers can call 866-637-1872 for information on a refund.
The Oregon Agriculture Department also issued a notice about the recall, which followed tests by its lab and a veterinary diagnostic laboratory at Oregon State University.
State Veterinarian Dr. Ryan Scholz said the department was confident that the cat’s bird flu was contracted from the Northwest Naturals food.
“This cat was strictly an indoor cat; it was not exposed to the virus in its environment, and results from the genome sequencing confirmed that the virus recovered from the raw pet food and infected cat were exact matches to each other,” he said.
Members of the household are being monitored for bird flu symptoms by state officials, but no human cases were identified as of Tuesday. The state Agriculture Department urged people and their pets to avoid eating raw meat products.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention last week reported the first severe human case of the latest bird flu outbreak, H5N1, in the U.S., though dozens of other cases were reported this year. A person was hospitalized in Louisiana after potentially being exposed through a backyard flock, the agency said.
Northwest Naturals pet food recalled over bird flu contamination after cat dies
In a shocking turn of events, Northwest Naturals has issued a recall of their pet food products after a cat tragically died from consuming their contaminated food. The company revealed that the pet food was found to be contaminated with bird flu, posing a serious health risk to pets.
The cat’s owner, devastated by the loss of their beloved pet, is urging other pet owners to check their shelves and make sure they are not feeding their pets any of the recalled products. Northwest Naturals has released a list of affected products, which includes various raw frozen pet food items.
It is essential for pet owners to take this recall seriously and cease feeding their pets any of the recalled products. Bird flu can be deadly to pets and can also pose a risk to humans. If your pet has consumed any of the recalled products and is showing signs of illness, it is crucial to seek veterinary care immediately.
Northwest Naturals has stated that they are working closely with regulatory agencies to investigate the source of the contamination and take appropriate measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. In the meantime, pet owners are advised to be cautious and vigilant when selecting pet food for their furry companions.
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