Mars Petcare (formerly P&G)
Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural)
Headquarters: Fremont, Nebraska, USA • Founded: 1989
High Watch
Natura Pet Products previously manufactured pioneer holistic brands Innova, EVO, and California Natural. In 2013, the brand was subject to a massive nationwide Salmonella recall originating from its Fremont, Nebraska plant.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
June 2013
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural) lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural))
FDA-VET-2013-N-0318•March 18, 2013
Salmonella: Confirmed Salmonella contamination across multiple dry pet food formulations.
Official FDA Docket Finding: Extensive multi-brand Salmonella contamination event at Fremont, Nebraska manufacturing plant affecting Innova, EVO, California Natural, and HealthWise.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innova, EVO, California Natural, HealthWise (all dry varieties) | All bag sizes | All lots manufactured between 12/2012 and 04/2013 | All 2013 and 2014 expiration dates |
Clinical Symptoms to Monitor:
- Lethargy
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Human illness risk
Consumer Return & Refund Protocol:
- Discontinue feeding immediately
- Discard in sealed bag
- Wash all bowls and storage bins thoroughly
Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural) Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural)?
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 Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural) Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
In 2013, Natura Pet recalled all dry pet foods (Innova, EVO, California Natural) due to persistent Salmonella contamination at its Nebraska facility.
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 Natura Pet (Innova, EVO, California Natural) or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.