Wild Coast LLC dba Wild Coast Raw, based in Olympia, Washington, has issued a voluntary recall of lots of its frozen Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula raw pet food due to potential contamination with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, commonly known as bird flu. The virus can be contracted by animals who consume the product and there is potential for human infection.
Background
The recall was initiated following tests conducted by the Oregon Department of Agriculture that identified identical H5N1 strains in both the affected cats and these products, with additional testing confirmation from the Washington State Department of Agriculture.
Wild Coast Raw is working with Washington state officials to investigate and determine the origin of the contamination.
Distribution
The impacted product was distributed to pet food retailers in Washington and Oregon.
Product Details
- Brand – Wild Coast Raw
- Product – Boneless Free Range Chicken Formula
- Size – 16 oz and 24 oz
- Packaging – Round plastic container with green label
- Lot Codes – 22660, 22653, 22641, 22639, 22672, 22664
- Best by Date – December 2025
Consumer Action
As with all food recalls, consumers are strongly advised to discontinue use of the affected product even if it looks or smells safe for pets to consume.
Anyone in possession of the recalled product is requested to not sell, serve, donate, or distribute them.
Consumers are asked to securely discard the affected product and ensure that neither domesticated or wild animals have access to it.
Consumers can contact their location of product purchase for a refund.
Consumers with additional questions or concerns can contact the company by phone at 360-591-3543 from 8 am to 4 pm PST or by email at [email protected].
Health Risks
Consumers whose pets have consumed the recalled item should monitor them for bird flu symptoms including fever, lethargy, decreased appetite, red or inflamed eyes, eye or nasal discharge, breathing difficulties, and neurological issues such as tremors, stiffness, seizures, coordination problems, or blindness. Contact a veterinarian if pets show these signs after eating these products.
Although no human infections have been linked to handling these raw pet food products, the virus can infect people if it enters the eyes, nose, or mouth. Consumers should wash hands after handling raw pet food and disinfect any surfaces or items that came in contact with the products, including countertops, refrigerators, bowls, and utensils.
Consumers who have handled potentially contaminated products should watch for human bird flu symptoms such as eye irritation or redness, coughing, sore throat, sneezing, nasal congestion, muscle aches, headaches, fatigue, fever, breathing problems, seizures, rash, diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Consumers who develop these symptoms after contact with the recalled products should contact a medical provider.
Commenting on this article, the nation’s leading food poisoning lawyer said, “The risk of death in humans from bird flu appears to be relatively low at this time. However, I encourage consumers to mitigate their risks by discontinuing use of the affected products and safely disposing of them.”
