The Fromm and Oma’s Pride recalls have put pet owners across the country on alert this month, after two separate dog food makers pulled products over contamination concerns within days of each other. Both cases involve widely sold canine food lines, and both carry real health risks for dogs.
Fromm Family Foods announced its recall on August 21, 2026. Oma’s Pride, made by Miller Foods Inc., issued its own recall days earlier, with an update posted August 17, 2026. Together, the two actions mark one of the more notable stretches for pet food safety this year.
What Triggered the Fromm Recall
Fromm Family Foods, based in Mequon, Wisconsin, is recalling 3,852 cases of Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet canned dog food and 1,973 cases of Fromm Diner Classics Milo’s Meatloaf Pâté Wet canned dog food. The company cited potential metal contamination as the reason.
Consumer complaints about metal fragments prompted the action. Fromm said it identified the source of the error and has since added corrective measures to its production process.
Affected Fromm Products
The recalled items were sold at neighborhood pet stores and online retailers across the United States and Canada. Shoppers should check their cans against this list:
- Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet Dog Food, 12.2 oz. can, UPC 072705118700, lot code EP2A3306 551006, Best By 03/2029
- Fromm Diner Classics Milo’s Meatloaf Pâté Wet Dog Food, 12.5 oz. can, UPC 072705132324, lot code EP2A3306 551029, Best By 03/2029
No other Fromm products, sizes, or lots fall under this recall. As of the announcement, the company has not received any reports of illness or injury tied to the affected cans.
Health Risks Tied to the Fromm Recall
Metal fragments in canned food pose a physical hazard rather than a bacterial one. Dogs that swallow metal pieces may show choking, vomiting, loss of appetite, or lethargy. Sharp fragments can cause cuts inside the mouth or digestive tract, and larger pieces raise the risk of a gastrointestinal blockage.
Owners who notice these symptoms after feeding the recalled cans should contact a veterinarian promptly. Fromm is asking anyone holding the affected product to return it to the retailer where it was purchased. Questions can go to the company at 1-800-325-6331, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central time.
The Oma’s Pride Recall Explained
The second half of the Fromm and Oma’s Pride recalls story centers on a raw food product. Oma’s Pride, headquartered in Avon, Connecticut, and produced by Miller Foods Inc., voluntarily pulled one lot of its Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe after FDA testing confirmed Salmonella contamination.
The FDA first posted the recall notice on August 12, 2026. The company issued an update on August 17 clarifying that the illnesses linked to the product involved dogs only, with no confirmed human cases.
Scope of the Oma’s Pride Recall
The recall covers 639 bags total. Each affected package is a 6-pound stand-up pouch holding 12 individually wrapped, 8-ounce vacuum-sealed portions of frozen raw food. Consumers can match their product against these details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Product | Woof Complete Canine Chicken Recipe, 6 lb bag |
| Lot number | BB012729 |
| Item/SKU | F-WOOFC-6 |
| UPC | 8 7938400145 9 |
| Manufacture date | January 27, 2026 |
| Best-by date | January 27, 2029 |
| Distribution window | February 12, 2026 to May 15, 2026 |
The product reached retail and wholesale accounts, as well as direct-to-consumer shipments, in Arizona, California, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. No other Oma’s Pride products, sizes, or lots are included.
Illnesses Reported
The FDA opened its investigation after a consumer complaint, then tested a sample that came back positive for Salmonella. Three illnesses have been reported so far in connection with the affected lot, and Oma’s Pride has confirmed all three involved dogs rather than people.
Salmonella still poses a risk to humans who handle contaminated pet food, particularly if they skip thorough handwashing after contact with the product or any surface it touched.
Salmonella Symptoms to Watch For
Dogs infected with Salmonella may show:
- Lethargy or low energy
- Diarrhea, including bloody diarrhea
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite and abdominal pain
Even pets that appear healthy can carry and spread the bacteria to other animals or people. Humans exposed to a contaminated product may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cramping, and fever, along with rarer complications such as joint pain or eye irritation.
Steps for Pet Owners
Anyone holding recalled product from either brand should take the same basic precautions. Stop feeding the item immediately and set it aside for disposal or return.
- Check cans or bags against the exact UPC, lot code, and best-by date listed above
- Stop feeding the product to any pet right away
- Dispose of the item safely or return it to the retailer for a refund
- Wash and sanitize bowls, scoops, and storage containers that touched the food
- Wash hands thoroughly after handling any recalled product
- Contact a veterinarian if a pet shows symptoms after eating the recalled food
Oma’s Pride said its investigation into the source of the Salmonella contamination continues. Fromm has stated that no other products in its lineup are affected beyond the two canned varieties named in its announcement.
Why These Recalls Matter
The Fromm and Oma’s Pride recalls arrived within roughly a week of each other, drawing fresh attention to quality control across the pet food industry. Metal contamination and bacterial contamination are different hazards, but both can lead to serious harm without quick action from owners.
Both companies say the recalls were voluntary and coordinated with the FDA. Consumers can verify their specific product against the lot numbers and UPC codes listed in each announcement before deciding whether to keep feeding it to their dog.
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