Blue Ridge Beef – Puppy Mix and Kitten Mix: Salmonella & Listeria contamination.
Recall of 2 lb Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix (Lot N25 1230) and Kitten Mix (Lot N26 0114) due to Salmonella and Listeria contamination. Consumers urged to return or destroy products safely.
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Salmonella & Listeria contamination.
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What happened, in plain English
Blue Ridge Beef is recalling 2-pound puppy and kitten food mixes from specific lots due to Salmonella and Listeria contamination. This poses health risks to pets and humans, especially if food is handled without proper handwashing. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1274721-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-kitten-mix-salmonella-listeria-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1274721-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-kitten-mix-salmonella-listeria-contamination-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: FDA pet food announcement (Apr 2025)
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“Blue Ridge Beef Puppy & Kitten Mix: Salmonella & Listeria Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1274721-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-kitten-mix-salmonella-listeria-contamination-risk. Based on FDA recall pet food announcement (Apr 2025) (https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/blue-ridge-beef-issues-voluntary-recall-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-mix-and-kitten-mix-due-salmonella).
Why it’s dangerous
Salmonella and Listeria bacteria can cause illness in pets and humans, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Infected pets may become carriers and spread bacteria to other animals or people. Proper handwashing and safe disposal of the food are critical to prevent exposure.
Who’s affected
Pet owners who purchased the recalled 2 lb puppy or kitten food mixes between January 3 and January 24, 2025, in states like Virginia, Maryland, and New York. Pets and humans with close contact to the contaminated food without thorough handwashing are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for the product name 'Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix' or 'Kitten Mix' with 2 lb size. Look for lot numbers N25 1230 (Puppy Mix) or N26 0114 (Kitten Mix) stamped on the end of the packaging.
- Brand
Blue Ridge Beef- Category
Pet food
What to do — step by step
Stop Using Recalled Products
Immediately discard or safely store the recalled food so children, pets, and wildlife cannot access it.
Wash Hands Thoroughly
Always wash hands after handling recalled food or any surfaces that came into contact with it.
Sanitize Pet Bowls
Clean and sanitize pet food bowls, cups, and storage containers that may have been exposed to the recalled products.
What FDA says to do
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase or destroy the food in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access.
Questions people ask
What products are affected by this recall?
The recalled products are 2 lb Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix (Lot N25 1230) and Kitten Mix (Lot N26 0114).
How can I tell if I have the recalled products?
Check for the product name and lot numbers stamped on the end of the packaging: N25 1230 for Puppy Mix and N26 0114 for Kitten Mix.
What should I do if my pet ate the recalled food?
If your pet shows symptoms like lethargy, diarrhea, or fever after consuming the recalled product, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Is there a risk to humans from this recall?
Yes, humans can get sick from handling contaminated products without thorough handwashing, leading to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, or fever.
Contact Blue Ridge Beef
We’ve drafted a message you can send Blue Ridge Beef to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall petfood:blue-ridge-beef-issues-voluntary-recall-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-mix-and-kitten-mix-due-salmonella — Blue Ri Hello, I own a Blue Ridge Beef that is covered by recall petfood:blue-ridge-beef-issues-voluntary-recall-blue-ridge-beef-puppy-mix-and-kitten-mix-due-salmonella from Blue Ridge Beef. The official recall notice states: Consumers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to the place of purchase or destroy the food in a way that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: FDA Recall pet food announcement (Apr 2025) (April 11, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the FDA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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