Champion Petfoods (Mars)
Acana
Headquarters: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada / Auburn, KY, USA • Founded: 1985
Clean / Verified Safe
Acana delivers protein-rich, whole-prey recipes utilizing regional poultry, red meats, and wild-caught fish. Acana holds a spotless North American safety record with zero FDA recalls.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
11/14/2023
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Acana lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Acana)
CFIA-2023-CHAMPION-ACANA•11/14/2023
Packaging Defect: Manufacturing Variance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Voluntary batch inspection hold for moisture variance across select Canadian production runs.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acana Prairie Poultry & Orijen Original Dry Kibble | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Batch lot sequences stamped between BB 08/2024 and BB 11/2024 | 2023 |
Clinical Symptoms to Monitor:
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Lethargy
Consumer Return & Refund Protocol:
- Stop feeding the affected product immediately.
- Check packaging lot codes against official notices.
- Contact your veterinarian if your pet exhibits acute symptoms.
Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for Acana Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Acana?
Pet owners can submit formal complaint reports directly to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Keep your packaging, lot code, and veterinary records intact.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Acana Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Acana has maintained a clean record with zero FDA recalls on file.
Official FDA Public Safety Notice: PawTrusty is an independent consumer pet health directory that indexes public enforcement reports published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state agricultural departments. PawTrusty is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Acana or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.