Raw Pet Food Recall After Cat Dies from Bird Flu
Northwest Naturals recalls Feline Turkey Recipe raw pet food after bird flu infection leads to a cat's death, urging consumers to discard specific batches.
NewsweekPet food brand recalled for bird flu contamination after house cat dies
CNNVoluntary pet food recall issued after Oregon house cat dies from eating product that tested positive for bird flu
Associated PressOregon house cat died after eating pet food that tested positive for bird flu
USA TODAYCat food recalled after death linked to bird flu contamination
Overview
Northwest Naturals has issued a voluntary recall of its Feline Turkey Recipe raw frozen pet food after a house cat in Oregon died from H5N1 bird flu linked to the product. The state veterinarian confirmed the virus matched samples from the cat and the food. The recall affects two-pound bags with best by dates of May 21 and June 23, 2026, distributed in multiple U.S. states and Canada. While no human cases are connected to this event, close contacts of the cat are being monitored. Health experts advise against feeding pets raw meat due to potential illness.
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