Raaw Energy has issued a major recall affecting more than 180 lots of frozen raw dog food products due to contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Campylobacter jejuni.
The recall includes all dog food products manufactured between July 17, 2025, and December 23, 2025, along with one lot produced on March 31, 2026. The issue came to light after the Connecticut Department of Agriculture received a complaint involving a dog illness, prompting additional testing by state authorities.
Pet owners who purchased affected products are urged to stop feeding them immediately and review the recalled date codes.
Summary
Company Announcement Date: May 22, 2026
FDA Publish Date: May 22, 2026
Product Type: Dog Food
Reason for Announcement: Contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Campylobacter jejuni
Company Name: Raaw Energy
Brand Name: Raaw Energy
Product Description: Various frozen raw dog food products in 2-lb and 5-lb tubes
Company Announcement
According to the FDA, the recall was initiated after state agriculture officials investigated a consumer complaint involving a sick dog. Testing conducted by Connecticut and New Jersey authorities found all eight unopened samples positive for one or more harmful bacteria.
Following expanded testing, the recall grew to include more than 180 lots across multiple frozen raw dog food flavors, including Chicken Medley, Beef and Chicken, Beef and Salmon, Turkey Medley, Salmon, and others.
The recalled products were sold nationwide in 2-pound and 5-pound frozen tubes packaged inside brown cardboard boxes containing 10 clear plastic tubes.
Raaw Energy stated that consumers should immediately stop feeding the recalled food and safely dispose of it.
The company also announced that it will temporarily stop all dog food production effective May 21, 2026, while it evaluates the current issues and implements corrective actions.
According to Raaw Energy, planned improvements include resurfacing key production areas to make them smoother, more sanitary, and easier to clean. The company also stated that all drains and sewer lines will be thoroughly cleaned and treated, with additional sanitation efforts focused on evaporators. In addition, Raaw Energy says it is strengthening its quality-control procedures by purchasing a pathogen detection system and testing every batch to help improve product safety and quality moving forward.
Despite the temporary production pause, Raaw Energy noted that deliveries are still scheduled for June.
Affected Product Details
Product Name: Multiple Raaw Energy frozen raw dog food flavors
Species: Dogs
Package Sizes: 2-lb and 5-lb frozen tubes
Packaging: Brown cardboard boxes containing 10 clear plastic tubes
Affected Date Codes:
All products manufactured between July 17, 2025 and December 23, 2025
One additional lot manufactured March 31, 2026
Distribution: Nationwide
Why This Recall Matters
The recalled products may be contaminated with three harmful bacteria: Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Campylobacter jejuni. These bacteria can cause illness in both pets and humans who handle contaminated food or surfaces.
Salmonella
Salmonella infections in dogs may cause vomiting, diarrhea (including bloody diarrhea), fever, decreased appetite, lethargy, and abdominal pain. Some infected pets may show no symptoms while still spreading the bacteria through saliva and feces.
In people, Salmonella can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Severe cases may lead to more serious complications, particularly in young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.
Listeria monocytogenes
Listeria infections can be especially dangerous for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, headache, confusion, loss of balance, and gastrointestinal illness.
Campylobacter jejuni
Campylobacter infections may cause diarrhea, abdominal cramping, fever, and vomiting in both pets and people. In rare cases, complications can occur, including arthritis or neurological issues.
The FDA has received additional reports of illness in animals linked to the recalled products since the original advisory was issued earlier this year.
If your dog consumed any affected product and is showing symptoms of illness, contact your veterinarian promptly.
What Pet Parents Should Do
Stop feeding the recalled products immediately
Do not sell, donate, or give the products to other animals
Dispose of products securely where pets and wildlife cannot access them
Wash and sanitize bowls, utensils, storage containers, refrigerators, freezers, bedding, toys, floors, and other contaminated surfaces
Wash hands thoroughly after handling products or cleaning surfaces
Monitor pets for symptoms of illness and contact a veterinarian if symptoms develop
If the packaging has leaked or ruptured, wear gloves and a mask while cleaning and dispose of materials carefully.
Contact Information
Raaw Energy
Website: https://raawenergy.com/
Email: raawenergy@yahoo.com
Phone: +1 732-414-1446
FDA Consumer Hotline: 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332)
Source
Source: FDA recall notice
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