Nestlé Purina PetCare
Dog Chow
Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri, USA • Founded: 1926
Clean / Verified Safe
Purina Dog Chow is the cornerstone heritage dry dog food of America, crafted continuously since 1926. Dog Chow holds a clean FDA safety record over the past decade.
Total Recalls on Record
2
Last Action Date
Jul 12, 2022
Species Covered
dogs Only
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Dog Chow lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Dog Chow)
FDA-2022-STORMBERG•Jul 12, 2022
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Routine sample collection by the North Carolina Dept of Agriculture testing positive for Salmonella.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips, Bill's Best Chicken Breast Strips, Green Tripe Treats | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Multiple 2022 batch stamps | 2022 |
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-2019-PIG-EARS•Jul 03, 2019
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: CDC/FDA multi-state outbreak investigation linking 154 human Salmonella infections across 34 states to handling pig ear dog treats.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk pig ear dog treats originating from Argentina, Brazil, and Colombia | Refer to docket packaging sizes | All bulk unbagged imports | 2019 |
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 Dog Chow Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Dog Chow?
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 Dog Chow Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Dog Chow 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 Dog Chow or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.