RAAW Energy Dog Food Recall 2026: Stop Feeding This Food Immediately

Urgent warning: If you purchased RAAW Energy frozen dog food manufactured between July 17, 2025 and December 23, 2025, or the Beef and Turkey Medley batch dated March 31, 2026, stop feeding it to your dog immediately.

Do not wait to finish the product. Do not donate it, sell it, give it to another pet owner, or leave it where children, pets, or wildlife can access it. Seal it in a plastic bag and discard it securely.

This recall involves possible contamination with dangerous bacteria, including Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Campylobacter jejuni. These bacteria can cause illness in both pets and humans, and freezing does not reliably eliminate the risk.

This guide explains the recall timeline, affected products, date codes, symptoms to watch for, safe disposal steps, home decontamination, refund information, and why raw pet food recalls can be especially serious.

The Full Timeline: How This Recall Developed

January 2026: The First Warning

In January 2026, the FDA issued an advisory after agriculture officials in Connecticut and New Jersey tested eight unopened samples of RAAW Energy frozen dog food following a consumer complaint involving a sick dog.

All eight samples tested positive for pathogenic bacteria, specifically Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and Campylobacter jejuni. One sample also contained E. coli O157.

The FDA recommended that RAAW Energy recall the eight affected lots. According to the FDA, the company did not initiate an adequate recall at that point, which allowed potentially contaminated products to remain in consumers’ freezers for months longer than necessary.

May 21, 2026: Production Halted

RAAW Energy temporarily stopped all dog food production effective May 21, 2026.

The company stated: “This pause is necessary so we can carefully evaluate current issues, address them properly, and take appropriate corrective actions.”

May 22, 2026: The Expanded Recall

RAAW Energy voluntarily notified the public of an expanded recall involving products produced between July 17, 2025 and December 23, 2025, plus the March 31, 2026 Beef and Turkey Medley batch, due to possible Listeria contamination.

Not every product from this period tested positive, but the recall was expanded because some products were not tested and bacterial contamination had been identified during the same production period.

Critical fact: The expanded recall followed earlier FDA criticism that the company’s initial response did not go far enough after contaminated products were first identified.

If you purchased RAAW Energy products between January and May 2026 and did not receive a recall notification, that does not automatically mean your products were safe. It may mean the recall process was delayed and you may have been feeding affected food without knowing.

Which Products Are Recalled?

Affected Date Range

• All affected products manufactured between July 17, 2025 and December 23, 2025

• Beef and Turkey Medley batch dated March 31, 2026

Confirmed Recalled Product Varieties

• Beef and Chicken

• Beef and Turkey Medley

• Chicken Medley

• Hybrid Dog’s Best Friend

• Beef Chicken Tripe Medley

• More than 55 additional varieties

The company’s recall includes more than 60 dog food varieties. At the time of the draft’s publication, the number of recalled lots had risen to more than 180.

How to Identify Recalled Products

Consumers can identify affected products using the manufacturing date code printed on white stickers attached to both the clear plastic tube packaging and the outer brown cardboard box.

The food is packaged frozen in clear 2-pound or 5-pound plastic tubes sealed with metal clips, then shipped in brown cardboard boxes with white stick-on labels listing the product name, ingredients, and date code.

How to Check Your Product

1. Look at the white sticker on the clear plastic tube.

2. Check the product name, ingredients, and date code.

3. Check the white sticker on the outer brown cardboard box. The same information should be duplicated there.

4. If the date code falls between 07/17/2025 and 12/23/2025, the product is recalled.

5. If the product is Beef and Turkey Medley dated 03/31/2026, it is recalled.

6. If you cannot clearly read the date code, treat the product as recalled and discard it safely.

The complete official product list with all lot numbers is available on the FDA advisory page:

FDA Advisory: Do Not Feed Certain Lots of RAAW Energy Dog Food
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/outbreaks-and-advisories/fda-advisory-do-not-feed-eight-lots-raaw-energy-dog-food-due-contamination-harmful-bacteria

Where Were These Products Sold?

The recalled products were sold through the company’s website and pickup locations in the following states:

• Connecticut

• Delaware

• Massachusetts

• Maryland

• New Hampshire

• New Jersey

• New York

• Pennsylvania

• Virginia

If you purchased RAAW Energy products through the company website or any pickup location during the affected production window, consider your product recalled unless official date-code information proves otherwise.

Why This Recall Is Serious

This is not just a precautionary notice. Federal and state officials identified dangerous bacteria in multiple RAAW Energy products distributed across several states.

The bacteria involved can cause disease in pets and humans. Pets may also shed bacteria in saliva and feces even when they appear healthy, creating a continued exposure risk inside the home.

The Bacteria Found in the Recalled Food

Listeria Monocytogenes

Listeria is one of the most concerning bacteria involved in this recall. In humans, infection may cause vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, fever, and lethargy. Severe infections can lead to meningitis, pregnancy complications, miscarriage, premature delivery, stillbirth, or death.

People at higher risk include pregnant women, adults over 65, infants, young children, and immunocompromised individuals.

Listeria also has a long incubation period. Symptoms can appear anywhere from 1 to 70 days after exposure, with an average of about three weeks.

Salmonella

Salmonella commonly causes gastroenteritis, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. Symptoms typically appear 6 hours to 6 days after exposure and may last 4 to 7 days in many healthy adults.

In elderly people, young children, and immunocompromised individuals, Salmonella can spread beyond the intestines and may require hospital treatment.

Campylobacter Jejuni

Campylobacter is a major cause of bacterial foodborne illness. Symptoms can include diarrhea, often bloody, fever, and abdominal cramps. Symptoms usually appear 2 to 5 days after exposure.

In rare cases, especially among people with weakened immune systems, Campylobacter can cause serious bloodstream infection and has been associated with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare nerve condition.

The Human Transmission Risk

People can be exposed through contaminated pet food, bowls, utensils, countertops, storage containers, refrigerators, freezers, toys, bedding, floors, saliva, or feces from exposed animals.

The risk increases when people do not wash their hands after handling contaminated food or after contact with pets, or when contaminated surfaces are not properly cleaned.

Important: A dog may appear normal but still carry and shed bacteria. If your dog ate recalled food, there may be a household contamination risk even if the dog does not seem sick.

Symptoms to Watch in Your Dog

Pets exposed to contaminated food may develop symptoms, but asymptomatic infection is also possible.

Contact your veterinarian immediately if your dog shows any of the following:

• Vomiting, especially more than once or persistent vomiting

• Diarrhea, especially if bloody or containing mucus

• Lethargy or unusual tiredness

• Fever

• Decreased appetite or refusal to eat

• Muscle weakness or difficulty walking

• Increased thirst or urination

A normal dog temperature is usually around 101°F to 102.5°F or 38.3°C to 39.2°C.

If your dog has consumed recalled products and shows symptoms, tell your veterinarian specifically that you have been feeding RAAW Energy dog food from the recalled production period. That gives the vet important diagnostic context.

Report Your Pet’s Illness

The FDA uses illness reports to track contamination and determine whether additional regulatory action is needed.

If your pet became ill after eating recalled products, report it through the following channels:

• Report to the FDA through the FDA Safety Reporting Portal.

• Report to your state Department of Agriculture so local illness clusters can be tracked.

• Contact RAAW Energy directly at 732-414-1446.

What to Do Right Now

Step 1: Stop Feeding Immediately

Remove all RAAW Energy products from your dog’s reach. If you have products in the freezer with recalled date codes, do not feed any more of the product, no matter how much is left.

Step 2: Dispose of the Product Safely

Seal the recalled product in a plastic bag before disposal. This helps keep children, pets, and wildlife from accessing it.

• Do not place it unsealed in open bins.

• Do not donate it.

• Do not give it to another pet owner.

• Do not return it for testing unless specifically instructed by officials.

Step 3: Decontaminate Your Home

Consumers should disinfect all surfaces and materials that may have come into contact with the food or exposed animals.

This includes bowls, utensils, litter boxes, bedding, food prep surfaces, storage containers, refrigerators, freezers, toys, and floors.

Decontamination Protocol

• Wash pet bowls, utensils, and food prep surfaces with hot soapy water.

• Disinfect surfaces using a diluted bleach solution of 1 tablespoon bleach per gallon of water or an EPA-registered disinfectant.

• Clean the interior of refrigerators and freezers where the product was stored.

• Wash pet bedding in hot water.

• Mop floors where food was prepared or where your dog eats.

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds after contact with recalled products or your dog.

Step 4: Monitor Your Dog and Family

Watch your dog for symptoms over the following 2 to 4 weeks. Also watch household members, especially pregnant women, elderly adults, young children, and immunocompromised individuals.

If any human family member develops gastrointestinal symptoms in the weeks after exposure, mention the RAAW Energy recall to the healthcare provider.

Step 5: Contact Your Vet Even if Your Dog Seems Fine

Because exposed pets may shed bacteria without showing symptoms, it is worth calling your veterinarian to ask whether a wellness check or testing is appropriate.

Refund and Contact Information

RAAW Energy has stated that it is committed to addressing the recall and providing customer support.

When contacting the company for a refund, have the following information ready:

• Date code from the recalled product sticker

• Product variety

• Product size, either 2 lb or 5 lb

• Original purchase confirmation, if available

Purchases made through the company’s website may have order records that can be cross-referenced without physical proof of purchase.

Phone: 732-414-1446

Website: raawideas.com

FDA recall information: Search “RAAW Energy recall 2026” on fda.gov for the latest official updates.

Why Raw Pet Food Recalls Happen More Frequently

The RAAW Energy recall is not an isolated type of event. Raw and frozen raw pet foods are more prone to bacterial contamination than cooked commercial pet foods because cooking acts as a kill step for many pathogens.

Raw meat, even when frozen, can carry Listeria, Salmonella, and Campylobacter from the farm or slaughterhouse. Without cooking, these bacteria can survive all the way to the consumer.

If you continue feeding raw food after this situation is resolved, ask suppliers for documented third-party batch testing, certificates of analysis, and a clear quality-control history.

The FDA maintains official pet food recall information, and independent recall trackers such as Dog Food Advisor also monitor pet food recalls.

Final Takeaway

If you have RAAW Energy frozen dog food from the affected production window, stop feeding it immediately. Check the date code, dispose of recalled products securely, disinfect your home, monitor your dog and household members, and contact your veterinarian if your dog consumed the food.

This recall involves bacteria that can affect both animals and humans. Treat it seriously, even if your dog appears healthy.

Sources

• FDA Official Recall Notice: RAAW Energy Expands Recall of Dog Food, May 22, 2026

• FDA Advisory: Do Not Feed Eight Lots of RAAW Energy Dog Food, January 23, 2026, updated May 2026

• DVM360: Raw Dog Food Recall Grows to More Than 180 Lots, May 2026

• Fox Business: Popular Pet Food Brand Halts Production, May 24, 2026

• ABC27: Dozens of Pet Food Products Recalled, May 23, 2026

• Dog Food Advisor: RAAW Energy Recall, May 26, 2026

• JoinTheCase FDA Recall Summary, May 22, 2026