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Nutro
Headquarters: Franklin, Tennessee, USA • Founded: 1926
Clean / Verified Safe
Nutro's 'Feed Clean' philosophy emphasizes non-GMO ingredients without artificial preservatives. The brand has maintained an exemplary safety record with zero FDA recalls over the past 10 years.
Total Recalls on Record
1
Last Action Date
May 21, 2009
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Nutro lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Nutro)
FDA-2009-NUTRO-ZINC•May 21, 2009
Packaging Defect: Nutritional Imbalance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Incorrect levels of zinc and potassium minerals in premix mineral packets.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutro Max and Ultra puppy and dog dry kibble formulas | Refer to docket packaging sizes | All codes with Best-By between May 12, 2010 and Aug 22, 2010 | 2009 |
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 Nutro Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Nutro?
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 Nutro Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Nutro 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 Nutro or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.