Stormberg Foods is recalling a collection of chicken snacks for dogs after North Carolina regulators collected a sample of the treats that tested positive for salmonella. On July 6, 2022, the firm was notified by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (NCDA & CS) that a sample they collected tested positive for Salmonella spp.
The recall, issued July 12, 2022, includes Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips; Billo’s Best Friend Chicken Breast Strips; and Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps. The dog snacks were manufactured in North Carolina before they were shipped to warehouses in California, Minnesota, North Carolina, and Rhode Island from June 8–22, Stormberg says. From there, the food was sent to retailers and customers across the country.
Summary of the Stormberg Food dog treats recall
| Company Name: | Stormberg Foods |
| Brand Name: | Beg & Barker, Billo’s Best Friend, and Green Coast Pets |
| Reason For Recall: | Potential for Salmonella |
| Announcement Date: | FDA recall notice dated July 12, 2022 |
| What was recalled: | Chicken dog treats |
Stormberg Foods products affected are:
| Product | Size | UPC | Batch No. | Exp Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips | 1 oz | 8 50025 54628 7 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
| Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips | 4 oz | 8 50025 54611 9 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
| Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips | 10 oz | 8 50025 54610 2 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
| Billo’s Best Friend Chicken Breast Strips | 4 oz | 8 50025 54682 9 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
| Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps | 4 oz | 8 60001 92832 7 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
| Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps | 8 oz | 8 60001 92833 4 | All batch numbers | 06/06/23 to 06/23/23 |
See product images for verification of products being recalled. Coding information may be found on the back of each package to the left or right of the UPC code.
Salmonella can affect pets eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products.
It is important to thoroughly wash your hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Important note: Always wash your hands after handling any dog food or treats.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting.
Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever, and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled products and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
Stormberg Foods and NCDA & CS are continuing their investigation into the cause of the problem.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
If you have purchased these products and/or have pets who have become ill, please notify Stormberg Foods immediately
Consumers who have purchased these products and/or have pets who have become ill are urged to notify [email protected] immediately with all product information for return or proper disposal information. Consumers with questions may contact the customer services department at (919) 947-6011, Monday – Saturday 3:00 am – 9:00 pm EST, or email 24h/day.
