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Merrick
Headquarters: Amarillo, Texas, USA • Founded: 1988
Clean / Verified Safe
Merrick Pet Care crafts real-meat, farm-fresh recipes in Amarillo, Texas. Merrick has maintained a spotless safety record with zero FDA recalls over the past 6 years.
Total Recalls on Record
3
Last Action Date
May 2018
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Merrick lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Merrick)
FDA-2011-MERRICK-TAFFY•01/28/2011
Salmonella: Salmonella Contamination
Official FDA Docket Finding: FDA routine testing confirmed positive Salmonella culture in natural beef dog treats.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrick Junior Texas Taffy & Doggie Wishbone Dog Treats | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Lot 10364 Best By 12/2012 | 2011 |
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-2018-MERRICK-TREATS•May 23, 2018
Packaging Defect: Nutritional Imbalance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Potential elevated naturally occurring beef thyroid hormone levels in beef gullet treats.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castor & Pollux Good Buddy and Merrick Backcountry beef dog treats | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Production codes expiring May 2019 | 2018 |
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-2010-MERRICK-BEEF•Jan 29, 2010
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Routine sample collection by the Pennsylvania Dept of Agriculture revealing Salmonella.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrick Beef Filet Squares and Texas Hold'ems 10 oz bags | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Lot 09262 | 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 Merrick Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Merrick?
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 Merrick Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
Merrick has had 1 historical recall docket(s), with the most recent in May 2018.
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 Merrick or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.