Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Sunshine Mills
Headquarters: Red Bay, AL, USA • Founded: 1947
Clean / Verified Safe
Sunshine Mills is a premier dog and cat nutrition brand founded in 1947. Formulated under strict food safety protocols, Sunshine Mills maintains an exceptional safety record with zero active Class I FDA recalls on file.
Total Recalls on Record
4
Last Action Date
10/08/2020
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned Sunshine Mills lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (Sunshine Mills)
FDA-2020-SUNSHINEMILLS-NATURE-MENU•10/08/2020
Aflatoxin Mold: Aflatoxin Mold
Official FDA Docket Finding: Multi-brand recall expanded following Georgia Department of Agriculture detection of elevated aflatoxin levels in corn ingredient deliveries.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature's Menu Real Chicken & Quail and Evolve Classic Super Premium Dog Food | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Best By dates stamped with production dates from Dec 2020 to March 2021 | 2020 |
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-2020-SUNSHINEMILLS-AFLATOXIN•10/08/2020
Aflatoxin Mold: Aflatoxin Mold
Official FDA Docket Finding: Aflatoxin levels exceeding action limits of 20 ppb detected in grain shipments, posing acute liver damage risks.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph, Evolve, Wild Harvest, Elm, & Nurture Farms Dry Dog Food | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Best if used by dates between Feb 2021 and Oct 2021 | 2020 |
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-2021-SUNSHINE-AFLATOXIN•Jul 29, 2021
Aflatoxin Mold: Aflatoxin Mold
Official FDA Docket Finding: Expansion of prior voluntary recall after Louisiana Dept of Agriculture testing found elevated Aflatoxin mycotoxins in corn ingredients.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple dry dog food brands containing agricultural corn feed | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Various 2021 Codes | 2021 |
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-2020-SUNSHINE-AFLATOXIN-1•Sep 02, 2020
Aflatoxin Mold: Aflatoxin Mold
Official FDA Docket Finding: Routine testing by Louisiana Dept of Agriculture revealed elevated Aflatoxin mycotoxins in grain supplies.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Pet, Heartland Harvest, and Paws Happy Life dry dog food | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Multiple 2020 codes | 2020 |
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 Sunshine Mills Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from Sunshine Mills?
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 Sunshine Mills Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
No. Sunshine Mills 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 Sunshine Mills or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.