#Albright raw pet food
#dog food recall
#raw dog food recall
#raw pet food
The Albright’s Raw Pet Food recall is a reminder to check the lot code before you buy or thaw another frozen raw dog food brick. The FDA-posted company announcement names one affected Chicken Recipe for Dogs lot, C001730, with a best-by date of April 28, 2027, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella. If the package matches, do not feed it, even if your dog looks fine.
This matters now because summer shipping, freezer stock-ups and deal shopping can make raw pet food harder to track once individual bricks are separated from their case. A sale price is not useful if you cannot confirm the lot, storage condition and refund path before the food reaches your dog’s bowl.
What the recall covers
According to the FDA recall notice, Albright’s Raw Pet Food announced the voluntary recall on May 6, 2026, and the FDA published it on May 7, 2026. The affected product is Albright’s Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced, sold as frozen 1 lb bricks in clear vacuum packaging and generally distributed in 30 lb cases.
The lot details to check are:
- Product: Albright’s Raw Pet Food Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced
- UPC: 20855404008367
- Size: 1 lb pouch, typically in a 30 lb case
- Best Buy / Expiration: 28-Apr-27
- Lot code: C001730
The notice says the lot was distributed directly to consumers nationwide and to select retailers in Massachusetts, California, South Carolina, North Carolina, Wisconsin and New York. It also says no illnesses in pets or people had been confirmed or reported in connection with the lot at the time of the announcement.
The buying mistake to avoid
The biggest mistake is checking only the brand name or flavor. Raw frozen pet food can be bought in bulk, divided into freezer bins, transferred to another container or reordered from a saved listing. Once that happens, the lot code and date can disappear from view.
Before buying more frozen raw dog food, especially from a sale page or local freezer case, check the package itself, not just the product title online. If a retailer listing does not show the lot, treat the order as something you will need to inspect on arrival before feeding.
What to do if the package matches
If your product matches the recalled lot, follow the FDA-posted consumer guidance: do not feed it to your pet, and throw it out or destroy it in a way that children, pets and wildlife cannot access. Albright’s says consumers seeking a refund should submit a receipt and product pictures to the company email listed in the recall notice.
Do not donate a matching product, give it to another pet owner or keep it for later. If your dog ate the affected food and shows concerning signs, contact your veterinarian. If someone in the home feels ill after handling the product or surfaces that touched it, contact a healthcare provider.
Raw food checkout checklist
Use this checklist before paying for frozen or freeze-dried raw pet food, whether or not it is this brand:
- Confirm the exact product name, lot code, UPC and best-by date on the physical package.
- Keep a photo of the label before separating bricks or portions into freezer storage.
- Check whether the retailer or manufacturer gives a clear recall and refund path.
- Ask how the food ships, how it should arrive and what to do if it is thawed or damaged.
- Store raw frozen food sealed, separate from human food, and thaw it in the refrigerator.
- Wash hands, bowls, scoops, counters and feeding mats after handling raw pet food.
- Talk with your veterinarian if raw food is your dog’s main diet or if your household includes young children, older adults, pregnant people or anyone with a weakened immune system.
Deal and coupon checks before you reorder
A discount on raw food should not rush the label check. Before using a coupon, autoship offer or bulk case price, verify that the product is not in the FDA recall list and that the seller is the official brand, a known retailer or another source you trust.
For frozen food, also compare the real delivered cost. Shipping fees, insulated packaging, minimum order sizes and replacement policies can erase a small sale price. If the product arrives thawed, leaking, unlabeled or missing lot information, do not feed it while you wait for customer service.
What to avoid
- Do not assume a recalled product is safe because your dog has eaten from the same case before.
- Do not rely on a product photo from an old online listing as proof of the current lot.
- Do not rinse raw food packaging in a kitchen sink without cleaning and disinfecting afterward.
- Do not switch diets suddenly because of a recall unless your veterinarian has advised a plan for your dog.
- Do not treat this article as veterinary or medical advice. It is shopping and safety guidance based on the recall notice and public health sources.
FAQ
Is every Albright’s Raw Pet Food product recalled?
No. The FDA-posted notice identifies one Chicken Recipe for Dogs lot, C001730, with the April 28, 2027 best-by date. Check the current FDA notice and your physical package before making a decision.
Can a dog spread Salmonella without looking sick?
The FDA notice says some infected pets may show no symptoms but can still shed Salmonella in feces and saliva. That is why handwashing, surface cleaning and bowl cleaning matter after handling raw pet food.
Is freeze-dried or frozen raw food automatically safer?
No. CDC says freezing, freeze-drying and dehydrating raw animal protein can reduce germs but do not kill all germs that may be present. Ask your veterinarian whether raw food fits your pet and household risk profile.
Should I buy another raw dog food brand instead?
Do not make a rushed replacement purchase only because one lot was recalled. Compare safety controls, lot tracking, storage instructions, nutrition adequacy and your veterinarian’s advice before switching your dog’s main diet.
Sources
Last checked: June 21, 2026, Europe/Rome.