Mars Petcare
Iams
Headquarters: Franklin, Tennessee, USA • Founded: 1946
Clean / Verified Safe
Iams is a heritage pet food brand with widespread veterinary endorsement. Since Mars Petcare acquired the North American rights, Iams has maintained a clean record with zero FDA recalls over the last decade.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
Jul 30, 2010
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Iams lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Iams)
FDA-2010-IAMS-EUKANUBA•Jul 30, 2010
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Potential Salmonella detected during internal quality audits of P&G manufacturing plants.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary clinical diets and specific puppy dry food bags | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Multiple P&G lots | 2010 |
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 Iams Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Iams?
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 Iams Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Iams 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 Iams or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.