Date: May 21, 2026
Recall Overview:
Product: Raaw Energy Frozen Raw Dog Food (multiple flavors)
Issue: Possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, confirmed by testing conducted by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture.
Affected Lots:
- All frozen dog food products manufactured between July 17, 2025 and December 23, 2025
- Beef and Turkey Medley, batch date March 31, 2026
- Products are packaged in 2 lb or 5 lb clear plastic tubes sealed with metal clips, sold frozen in brown cardboard boxes containing 5 to 20 tubes
Distribution: Products were distributed to customers in CT, DE, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NY, PA, and VA. Food is ordered via the company's website and picked up in person by customers. Testing by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture showed positive results for Listeria monocytogenes in some product samples. Though not all products were tested or came up positive, the company is asking customers to treat the products as potentially contaminated.
Health Risks:
Pets: Pets exposed to contaminated food can be infected without showing symptoms. Infected pets, even if asymptomatic, can act as carriers and transfer Listeria monocytogenes to people through their feces and saliva.
Humans: People can be exposed to this pathogen through multiple routes such as contact with the food and surfaces that have touched contaminated food, such as bowls, utensils, or countertops. Infected humans may display symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, fever, and lethargy. Severe infections can result in meningitis, abortion, and death. Pregnant women are especially susceptible to Listeria infection, which can result in miscarriage. The young, the elderly, and people with weak immune systems are also vulnerable to infection. Contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of these symptoms after handling the recalled product or caring for an exposed pet.
Actions:
Stop Use: Immediately stop feeding the recalled products to any animals. Do not sell, donate, or consume them.
Disposal: Dispose of recalled products in a secure manner so they cannot be accessed by people or animals. Thoroughly wash and sanitize all pet food bowls, utensils, countertops, and any surfaces that may have come into contact with the food. Always wash your hands after handling the product or your pet.
Production Pause: Raaw Energy is temporarily stopping all production of dog food effective May 21, 2026, so the company can carefully evaluate current issues, address them properly, and take appropriate corrective actions.
Contact: Reach Raaw Energy with questions or for return/refund information:
- Phone: 732-414-1446
- Website: raawenergy.com
Sources: FDA
Reporting pet food problems:
U.S. citizens can report complaints about FDA-regulated pet food products by calling the consumer complaint coordinator in your area. Or go to the FDA’s “Report a Pet Food Complaint” page.
Canadians can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
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