May 22, 2026 – Raaw Energy Dog Food of Howell, New Jersey, announced a voluntary recall of products manufactured between 7/17/25 and 12/23/25 due to potential contamination with Listeria. An additional batch dated 3/31/26 for the Beef and Turkey Medley recipe was also included in the recall.
While not all products from this production period tested positive, some items manufactured during these dates were not tested. Because bacterial contamination was identified within the same timeframe, any products produced during these dates may potentially be affected.
Recall Information
| Company: | Raaw Energy |
| Brand: | Raaw Energy |
| Product: | Dog Food |
| Size/Packaging: | Various |
| Lot #: | Various |
| Recall Date: | May 22, 2026 |
| Risk: | Potential Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination |
| FDA: | FDA Recall Information |
Handling Dangers & Precautions
There is a risk to humans from handling contaminated foods, especially if they have not washed their hands after coming into contact with the products or surfaces that have been exposed to these pet foods.
If you currently have this product, take immediate action:
- Do not feed it to your pets or any animals.
- Do not sell or donate the recalled bags.
- Return the food to where you bought it, or dispose of it safely so that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access it.
- After handling the food or its containers, wash and sanitize all pet food bowls, cups, storage bins, and your hands.
Listeria Infection & Health Risks
Many dogs exposed to Listeria may show mild symptoms or none at all, but puppies, senior dogs, pregnant dogs, and those with weakened immune systems are at greater risk of serious illness.
Symptoms in Dogs
Common:
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- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Letharg
- Weakness
- Decreased appetite
- Fever
- Muscle stiffness or pain
- Loss of balance
- Dehydration
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Severe (Contact a Veterinarian Immediately):
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- Neurological symptoms such as circling
- Tremors
- Seizures, or loss of coordination
- Persistent fever
- Difficulty breathing
- Septicemia (infection spreading to the bloodstream)
- Collapse
- Prolonged refusal to eat or drink
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Can Humans Contract Listeria From Dogs?
Listeria monocytogenes is a zoonotic bacteria, meaning it can spread between animals and humans. Dogs may carry or shed the bacteria through saliva, stool, or contaminated food, even if they do not appear sick.
Humans exposed to Listeria may experience:
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- Fever
- Muscle aches
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Stiff neck
- Confusion
- Loss of balance
- Flu-like symptoms
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Pregnant individuals, older adults, newborns, and people with weakened immune systems are at the highest risk for severe illness or complications from Listeria infection.
What to Do Next
Anyone who believes their pet has become ill after consuming contaminated pet food should contact the company directly.
| Contact: | https://www.albrightsrawdogfood.com/ |
| Email: | info@albrightsraw.com |
| Phone: | 866 729-4738 |
You can also see a full list of dog food recalls here.
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