[JessicaP]

I often see headlines about pet food recalls. It makes me wonder how often this happens and how I can find out if a brand I use or am considering has had a recall. Where can I find the most current information on dog food recalls? And, if a brand has a recall, is it safe to keep using that brand other than the recalled product?

[Emma Braby]

Hi Jessica,
Food recalls can be worrying for us pet owners, but thankfully, they don’t happen that often.
You can learn about dog food recalls from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) website, which holds a list of almost all food recalls, past and present. You can also sign up for recall alerts and warnings from Dog Food Advisor. This is a free service and a great way to stay up-to-date in real-time.
Yes, if a brand has issued a food recall for a product, it’s safe to use their other products if it has not been recalled.
We have reviewed many popular and high-quality dog food brands and include a recall history section. So, if you use a particular brand, search Canine Journal, and if we’ve reviewed the brand, you can see a snapshot there.

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