Schell & Kampeter, Inc.
Diamond
Headquarters: Meta, Missouri, USA • Founded: 1970
Moderate Caution
Diamond Pet Foods is one of the largest family-owned pet food manufacturers in America, producing brands for Kirkland and Taste of the Wild. Diamond operates state-of-the-art facilities after overhauling safety protocols following historical 2012 Salmonella events.
Total Recalls on Record
2
Last Action Date
May 2012
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Diamond lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Diamond)
FDA-2012-DIAMOND-SALMONELLA•May 05, 2012
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Major Salmonella Infantis outbreak at Gaston, South Carolina facility sickening dozens of pet owners and pets.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond, Diamond Naturals, Taste of the Wild, Kirkland Signature, 4health, Apex, Canidae | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Production codes starting 2 or 3 with exp Dec 2012 to Jan 2013 | 2012 |
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.
FDA-2009-DIAMOND-CHICKENSOUP•Mar 24, 2009
Packaging Defect: Nutritional Imbalance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Moisture variances and mineral ratio deviations identified in routine quality checks.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul Adult Light Dog Food | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Lots with exp 03/2010 | 2009 |
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 Diamond Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Diamond?
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 Diamond Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
Diamond has had 2 historical recall docket(s), with the most recent in May 2012.
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 Diamond or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.