Pet Food Recall History
What dog food brand has the most recalls?
AI Overview from Google
J.M. Smucker Co. (Smucker’s) has faced the largest volume of dog food recalls, primarily due to significant issues with its acquired brands like Rachael Ray Nutrish, Nature’s Recipe, Kibbles ‘n Bits, and Gravy Train, affecting millions of pounds of food, particularly in a major 2018 event involving excessive vitamin D. Other companies like Diamond Pet Foods and Mid America Pet Food (makers of Victor) have also had substantial recalls for issues like Salmonella and aflatoxin.
Key Companies with Major Recalls
- J.M. Smucker Co.: Holds the top spot for sheer volume, with recalls exceeding 92 million pounds of product across brands like Rachael Ray Nutrish, Kibbles ‘n Bits, and Gravy Train, often linked to salmonella or vitamin D issues.
- Diamond Pet Foods: A major player in recalled pet food, ranking second in total pounds recalled, with significant recalls for aflatoxin contamination.
- Mid America Pet Food: Recalled numerous brands, including Victor, Eagle Mountain, and Member’s Mark, due to Salmonella concerns, leading to a large-scale recall.
Common Reasons for Recalls
- Salmonella: A frequent cause, affecting multiple brands and posing risks to both pets and humans.
- Aflatoxin: A toxin from mold found on corn, impacting brands like Diamond and Sunshine Mills.
- Excessive Vitamin D: Caused major recalls for Smucker’s brands, potentially leading to health issues in pets.
- Melamine Contamination: The infamous 2007 recalls involved melamine in ingredients from China, affecting many brands via Menu Foods.
FYI, Diamond Pet Foods is a major producer of store brand foods including Kirkland per Costco website.
