Wild Coast Raw recalls frozen cat food due to potential bird flu contamination: See products
Wild Coast Raw issued a recall on Saturday for "lots" of its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula, as the raw cat food may have been contaminated with bird flu.
Wild Coast Raw initiated the recall after sampling by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and Washington State Department of Agriculture revealed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, in affected cats and the products, according to the recall.
The recall comes after Wild Coast Raw issued a similar one in February after two cats that ate the brand's cat food grew severely ill of bird flu and died.
Here's what to know about which products are affected and where.
Which products are listed in the recall?
The recall is for Wild Coast Raw's 16-ounce and 24-ounce frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food for cats. The product is in a small, round white plastic container with a green label.
The affected lot numbers are #22660, #22653, #22641, #22639, #22672, #22664, #22660 and #22664. The best buy date for the affected products is December 2025.
Where were the products sold?
The recalled products were sold in Washington and Oregon.
What should you do it you have the recalled product?
Do not feed the recalled product to pets or any other animals. Securely discard the product to prevent animals and wildlife from consuming it. Contact your place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, contact West Coast Raw by email at info@wildcoastraw.com or by phone at 360-591-3543 between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. PST.
How can bird flu affect cats?
Pet owners who fed their cats the recalled products should watch for the following symptoms:
- Fever
- Lethargy
- Low appetite
- Reddened or inflamed eyes
- Discharge from the eyes and nose
- Difficulty breathing
- Neurological signs like tremors, stiff body movements, seizure, lack of coordination or blindness
Owners whose cats exhibit these symptoms, after eating the recalled product, should contact their veterinarian.
Can bird flu be fatal for cats?
Yes. The mortality rate for cats infected with bird flu is 67%, according to the University of Maryland's School of Public Health.
Can bird flu be transmitted from cats to humans?
Though human infections have not been identified among people handling raw pet food products, humans can become infected if the virus gets into their eyes, nose or mouth.
People who have come in contact with the recalled products should wash their hands thoroughly and sanitize all contact surfaces, like countertops, fridges, bowls and utensils.
Common bird flu symptoms in humans include:
- Eye redness or irration
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Sneezing
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle/body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Trouble breathing
- Seizures
- Rash
- Diarrehea
- Nausea/vomiting
People exhibiting these symptoms, who have been exposed to the recalled products, should contact their healthcare provider and local health department.
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