The Honest Kitchen, Inc.
The Honest Kitchen
Headquarters: San Diego, California, USA • Founded: 2002
Clean / Verified Safe
The Honest Kitchen was the first pet food company to receive an official FDA ruling granting the legal right to label products '100% Human Grade'. It holds a pristine safety record with zero FDA recalls in over 11 years.
Total Recalls on Record
2
Last Action Date
March 2013
Species Covered
Dogs & Cats
Safety Verification
Regulatory Verified
Interactive “Check My Bag” Lot Code Inspector
Verify your specific kibble or canned The Honest Kitchen lot number against official FDA dockets.
Recall Archive & Docket History (The Honest Kitchen)
CFIA-2019-HONESTKITCHEN-CANADA•03/22/2019
Packaging Defect: Packaging Defect / Seal Variance
Official FDA Docket Finding: Voluntary batch retrieval in Canada due to defective pouch seals allowing moisture entry in maritime shipping containers.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dehydrated Whole Food Clusters & Base Mix | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Best by dates between 01/2020 and 03/2020 | 2019 |
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-2013-HONEST-KITCHEN•Mar 12, 2013
Salmonella: Salmonella
Official FDA Docket Finding: Supplier parsley ingredient batch tested positive for Salmonella.
Recalled Lots & Product Details:
| Product Name | Packaging Size | Affected Lot Codes | Best-By Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verve, Thrive, and Zeal dehydrated dog foods | Refer to docket packaging sizes | Lots 2063A to 2163A | 2013 |
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 The Honest Kitchen Owners
Suspect a Problem or Illness from The Honest Kitchen?
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 The Honest Kitchen Recalls
Verified regulatory answers to common pet parent questions regarding manufacturing and safety.
The Honest Kitchen has had 1 historical recall docket(s), with the most recent in March 2013.
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 The Honest Kitchen or the FDA. If your pet exhibits acute symptoms of foodborne illness, contact a licensed veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately.