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Instinct
Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri, USA • Founded: 2002
Clean / Verified Safe
Instinct is a pioneer in raw pet nutrition, holding SQF Level 3 food safety certification. Instinct has maintained a clean record with zero FDA recalls over the past 9 years.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
July 2015
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Instinct lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Instinct)
FDA-2015-INSTINCT•Jul 24, 2015
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Routine testing by FDA confirmed presence of Salmonella in beef raw frozen products.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instinct Raw Frozen Bites and Raw Frozen Patties Beef Recipe for Dogs | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Best-By 04/27/16 | 2015 |
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 Instinct Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Instinct?
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 Instinct Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
Instinct has had 1 historical recall docket(s), with the most recent in July 2015.
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 Instinct or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.