Radagast Pet Food Inc.
Rad Cat Raw Diet
Headquarters: Portland, Oregon, USA • Founded: 2004
High Watch
Rad Cat was a pioneer in commercial frozen raw feline diets. The company ceased operations in late 2018 following successive FDA Class I recall orders for Listeria monocytogenes and Shiga toxin-producing E. coli.
Total Recalls on Record
2
Last Action Date
August 2018
Species Covered
cats Only
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Rad Cat Raw Diet lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Rad Cat Raw Diet)
FDA-2018-08-RC•August 21, 2018
Listeria: Listeria & E. Coli O121 Contamination
Official FDA Docket Finding: FDA and state testing confirmed presence of Listeria monocytogenes and Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O121 in multiple production lots.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rad Cat Raw Diet Free-Range Chicken and Turkey Recipe | 8oz, 16oz, and 24oz tubs | Lots 62727, 62375, 62686 | 10/2018 to 01/2019 |
Clinical Symptoms to Monitor:
- Severe gastrointestinal illness
- Lethargy
- Fever
- Bloody diarrhea in humans and pets
Consumer Return & Refund Protocol:
- Do not feed. Rad Cat has permanently closed.
Veterinary Health & Triage Tools for Rad Cat Raw Diet Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Rad Cat Raw Diet?
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 Rad Cat Raw Diet Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Radagast Pet Food Inc. (Rad Cat) ceased operations and closed permanently in October 2018 following FDA recalls.
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 Rad Cat Raw Diet or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.