# Oma's Pride Dog Food Recalled for Salmonella Risk
Oma's Pride has issued a voluntary recall of its dog food products due to potential salmonella contamination. The company discovered the pathogen during routine testing and acted quickly to remove affected batches from shelves and online retailers.
Salmonella poses a serious threat to dogs and their human families. Infected dogs may develop diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and lethargy. Some animals show no symptoms but still shed the bacteria, potentially spreading it to other pets and people in the household. Young puppies, senior dogs, and animals with compromised immune systems face the highest risk of severe illness.
Pet owners who purchased Oma's Pride dog food should stop feeding it immediately and check their product packaging for batch numbers. The company has published a complete list of affected products on its website. Dogs that consumed the contaminated food should be monitored closely for signs of illness over the next 7 to 10 days.
If your dog shows symptoms of salmonella infection, contact your veterinarian right away. Vets can perform fecal tests to confirm salmonella and provide supportive care including fluids and antibiotics if needed. Even dogs without obvious symptoms should be evaluated if they ate the recalled food, especially if they live with young children, elderly people, or immunocompromised household members.
Salmonella contamination in pet food occurs occasionally despite industry safeguards. Raw and freeze-dried products carry higher contamination risk than kibble because they skip the high-heat processing that kills bacteria. Oma's Pride specializes in raw and minimally processed dog foods, which explains why salmonella testing is particularly relevant to their operations.
The FDA and the company are working together to investigate how contamination entered the supply chain. Owners with questions can contact Oma's Pride customer service through their official website. The company typically assists with refunds or exchanges for recalled products.
This recall serves as a reminder for dog owners to practice food safety at home. Wash hands and surfaces after handling raw or freeze-dried dog food. Store products at appropriate temperatures. Never leave pet food sitting in bowls for extended periods. These steps reduce the risk of salmonella affecting both dogs and humans in your home.
Pet owners should also register their dogs with the FDA's pet food recall notification system to receive alerts about future safety issues. Check the FDA's official pet food recall page regularly for updates on this recall and others affecting dog food, cat food, and treats across the industry.