Maker: Blue Ridge Beef
Cause: Potential Salmonella and Listeria contamination
Announcement: FDA announcement dated April 11, 2025 (archived here)
What was recalled: Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix and Kitten Mix
Distribution: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York State, Tennessee, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin
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Overview
Blue Ridge Beef of Statesville, NC is recalling 1,080 lbs. of its Kitten Mix (2 lb logs, Lot #N26 0114) and 1,380 lbs. of its Puppy Mix (2 lb logs, Lot #N25 1230) due to potential contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled products were distributed between January 3 to January 24, 2025, and were primarily sold in retail stores across nine U.S. states. Contamination was confirmed following testing initiated by the New York State Department of Agriculture and verified by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture.
No human or pet illnesses have been officially reported at the time of the announcement.
What Products Did Blue Ridge Beef Recall on April 11, 2025?
- Product Name:
- Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix
- Blue Ridge Beef Kitten Mix
- Size: 2 lb logs
- Lot Numbers:
- Puppy Mix: N25 1230
- Kitten Mix: N26 0114
Why Was the Blue Ridge Beef Recall Issued?
The Blue Ridge Beef recall was prompted by a customer complaint about animal illness. Samples collected on March 20, 2025, tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria on April 1, 2025. These pathogens can pose significant health risks to both pets and humans—especially if proper hygiene is not followed when handling pet food.
Health Risks:
For humans:
Salmonella can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), abdominal cramping, and fever. Rarely, it can lead to more serious conditions such as infections in the arteries, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Anyone who has handled the recalled product and exhibits these symptoms should seek medical attention.
For pets:
Pets consuming the contaminated product may experience lethargy, diarrhea (often bloody), fever, vomiting, decreased appetite, and abdominal pain. Infected pets can also be carriers of the bacteria, potentially infecting other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and shows any symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.
What should you do?
If you have purchased the affected product, return it to the place of purchase or securely dispose of it in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access it. Do not sell, donate, or feed the recalled product to pets or other animals.
After handling the recalled product or any surfaces that may have come into contact with it, wash and sanitize your hands, pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers.
For more details, contact Blue Ridge Beef at 704-873-2072, Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm ET, and [email protected]
For further updates, visit their website or contact your place of purchase.
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