Steve’s Real Food Recall: Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Flagged for Low Thiamine
If you feed Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe to your cat or dog, stop immediately. Go Raw LLC has expanded its voluntary recall after independent testing detected low thiamine (vitamin B1) levels in one production lot. Prolonged thiamine deficiency can trigger serious—sometimes fatal—neurological problems, especially in cats. Review the lot information below and return affected bags for a full refund.
Steve’s Real Food Thiamine Recall Details
- Brand / Product: Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe (for cats & dogs)
- Affected Lot Code: C26022
- Package Size: 1.25-lb zip-locked bag
- UPC: 6-91730-18103-1
- Best-By Date: 01/22/2028
- States Distributed: CO, UT, WA, OR, PA, RI, MI, CA, TX, IL, GA, NC, SC, FL, MN, NY, OH, WI, ID, MT
- Health Risk: Possible thiamine deficiency—loss of appetite, neurological issues, seizures, or death if untreated
- Consumer Action: Discontinue use, monitor pets, consult your veterinarian if symptoms appear, and return product for refund or replacement
- Company Contact: 801-432-7478 (Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm MST) or cs@gorawllc.com
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Steve’s Real Food Affected Lot Codes
| Product | Size | Lot Code | UPC | Best-By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve’s Real Food Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried | 1.25-lb Bag | C26022 | 6-91730-18103-1 | 01/22/2028 |
Quest Cat Food Previous Recall Lots
| Product | Size | Lot Code | UPC | Best-By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Nuggets | 10-oz Bag | C25288 | 6-91730-18103-1 | 10/15/2027 |
| Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet | 2-lb Bag | MCD25350 | 6-91730-17104-9 | 06/16/2027 |
| Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet | 12-lb Bag | MCC25321 | 6-91730-17104-9 | 05/17/2027 |
Why Thiamine Matters for Cats and Dogs
Thiamine converts carbohydrates into energy and supports normal nerve and muscle function. Cats require more thiamine than dogs and cannot store large amounts. Untreated deficiency can progress from mild appetite loss to wobbliness, seizures, and even death. The upside: most pets recover quickly with prompt veterinary care and thiamine supplementation.
Immediate Steps for Pet Owners
- Match the lot code, UPC, and best-by date on your bag to the table above.
- If it matches, stop feeding the food right away.
- Dispose of the product or return it to the retailer for a refund or replacement.
- Watch for early signs of low thiamine—loss of appetite, drooling, vomiting, weight loss.
- Seek veterinary help promptly if you notice wobbliness, circling, seizures, or collapse.
- For questions, call Go Raw LLC at 801-432-7478 or email cs@gorawllc.com.
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FAQ: Steve’s Real Food Thiamine Recall
1. How do I confirm my Steve’s Real Food bag is part of the recall?
Look for Lot C26022, UPC 6-91730-18103-1, and Best-By 01/22/2028 on the front or back of the 1.25-lb bag. No other lots are affected.
2. What symptoms should I watch for after feeding Steve’s Real Food Chicken Recipe?
Early signs of thiamine deficiency include loss of appetite, weight loss, drooling, or vomiting. Advanced cases may show wobbliness, circling, seizures, or collapse.
3. Are other Steve’s Real Food products safe to feed?
Yes. According to Go Raw LLC, all other Steve’s Real Food SKUs now use an updated vitamin premix and comply with nutritional standards. Only lot C26022 is under recall.
4. How do I get a refund for Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe?
Return the affected bag to the original retailer for a full refund or choose a replacement product of equal value.
5. Who can I contact about the Steve’s Real Food recall?
Direct questions to Go Raw LLC at 801-432-7478 (Mon–Fri 9 am–4 pm MST) or email cs@gorawllc.com.
6. Will my pet fully recover after eating the recalled Steve’s Real Food lot?
Most pets recover quickly once the thiamine-deficient food is withdrawn and veterinary care begins. Prognosis is best when treatment starts early.
7. Can I continue raw feeding my pet after the Steve’s Real Food issue?
Yes, but transition to a nutritionally balanced product verified by third-party testing and always monitor future recall notices.