Interquell GmbH
Happy Dog
Headquarters: Wehringen, Bavaria, Germany • Founded: 1965
Moderate Caution
Happy Dog is one of Germany's most popular super-premium dog food brands, exported throughout Europe and produced in Bavaria using local agricultural ingredients.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
August 2020
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Happy Dog lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Happy Dog)
EU-RASFF-2020-08•August 12, 2020
Nutritional Imbalance: Mineral Premix Formulation Variance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Trace mineral premix deviation triggered voluntary replacement across European specialty clinics.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Dog Sensible Dry Dog Food | 1kg and 4kg bags | Batch 2020-HD-08 | 11/2021 |
Clinical Symptoms to Monitor:
- Mild temporary digestive sensitivity
Consumer Return & Refund Protocol:
- Exchange bag at retail store.
Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for Happy Dog Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Happy Dog?
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 Happy Dog Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
Happy Dog is formulated and manufactured in Bavaria, Germany by family-owned Interquell GmbH.
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 Happy Dog or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.