Check out our latest products
![[PETHROOM] Cat Nail Clipper Trimmer for Indoor Cats with Circular Cut Hole (2mm) | Premium Sturdy Stainless Steel Blade Cat Claw | Safe, Easy, Accurate, Quiet & Fast | Avoid Overcutting](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6156hi88deL._AC_SL1298_.jpg)
![[PETHROOM] Professional Eye Comb for Pets | Stainless Steel Tear Stain Remover for Cats & Dogs | Gentle Round-Head Grooming Tool | Compact & Portable for Eye Gunk Removal](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+W758uwXL._SL1500_.jpg)
Pretty Bird International has recalled its Young Again Core Health dog food nationwide after routine testing detected a possible Salmonella contamination. The recall covers specific lot numbers in both 10 lb and 25 lb bags. No confirmed illnesses have been reported yet — but if you’ve got this food at home, you need to act today.
Brand: Young Again Pet Food
Product: Core Health Dog Food — Medium-Large Dog & Puppy Formula
Sizes Affected: 10 lb and 25 lb bags
Lot Numbers: 7 16432-92570 & 7 16432-92574
Best By Date: October 28, 2026
Manufacturer: Pretty Bird International, Inc.
Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Recall Date: March 13, 2026
Reason: Presumptive Salmonella contamination (routine testing)
What’s Being Recalled
The FDA announced this recall on March 13, 2026, after routine product testing returned presumptive Salmonella results. Pretty Bird International issued the recall voluntarily as a precautionary measure.
Check the bag you have at home. Look for the lot number printed on the bottom or side panel. If it reads 7 16432-92570 or 7 16432-92574 with a best-by date of October 28, 2026, that bag is part of the recall.
Why This Matters Even If Your Dog Seems Fine
Salmonella doesn’t always show up visibly in dogs. A dog can carry the bacteria, act completely normal, and still pass it to other pets or people in your household. That’s what makes this recall more serious than it might seem at first glance.
And it’s not just about your dog eating the food. Anyone who handles it — scooping, filling bowls, storing the bag — is at risk if they don’t wash their hands properly afterward. Kids are especially vulnerable here.
So even if your dog has been eating this food for weeks without any symptoms, you still need to stop using it and clean up everything it touched.
Symptoms to Watch For
In Dogs
Dogs with Salmonella may show lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), fever, or a sudden loss of appetite. Some won’t show any symptoms at all, but can still spread the bacteria.
If your dog has eaten this food and is acting off, call your vet right away. Don’t wait to see if it gets worse.
In People
Human Salmonella symptoms usually hit within 6 to 72 hours of exposure: nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), and fever. Young children, elderly adults, pregnant women, and anyone immunocompromised are at higher risk for serious illness.
If anyone in your home develops these symptoms after handling the food, contact your doctor and mention the potential Salmonella exposure.
What to Do Right Now
If you have the recalled product, here’s exactly what you need to do:
- Stop feeding it to your dog immediately.
- Don’t donate it or give it to a friend’s dog — it needs to be disposed of.
- Seal it in a garbage bag and put it in an outdoor trash can where kids, pets, and wildlife can’t reach it.
- Wash and disinfect everything the food touched: bowls, scoops, storage containers, and any counter or floor surface.
- Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling the food or any contaminated items.
Call your vet if your dog is showing any symptoms. Call your doctor if anyone in the family feels sick.
How the Contamination Was Found
This recall wasn’t triggered by a consumer complaint or a sick dog. Salmonella showed up during routine FDA testing — the kind that happens on an ongoing basis across the pet food industry. The company chose to issue a voluntary recall rather than wait for further investigation.
That’s actually how a responsible recall process is supposed to work. No illnesses have been confirmed as linked to this product as of the recall announcement date.
If you’re looking for brands with a strong safety track record, our running list of dog foods that have never been recalled is worth bookmarking.
How to Get a Refund or More Information
Young Again Pet Food can be reached directly for refund requests or questions:
You can also view the full FDA pet food recall list to stay current on any other active recalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Young Again products are included in this recall?
Only the Core Health Dog Food (Medium-Large Dog & Puppy Formula) in 10 lb and 25 lb bags is included, and only with lot numbers 7 16432-92570 or 7 16432-92574 and a best-by date of October 28, 2026. Other Young Again products are not part of this recall.
How do I find the lot number on my bag?
The lot number is typically printed on the bottom or the side panel of the bag. Look for a string starting with “7 16432” and compare it against the two recalled lot numbers: 7 16432-92570 and 7 16432-92574.
Can I get a refund for the recalled food?
Yes. Contact Pretty Bird International directly at 1-800-319-8977 or through the Young Again Pet Food contact form at youngagainpetfood.com/contact-us to request a refund or replacement.
My dog ate the recalled food but seems fine. Should I still call the vet?
It’s worth a call. Dogs can carry Salmonella without showing obvious symptoms, and some won’t get visibly sick at all. Your vet can advise whether any monitoring or testing is needed based on how much your dog ate and their overall health.
Is it safe to buy other Young Again products right now?
The recall only affects the specific lot numbers listed above. Other Young Again products or lot numbers aren’t covered by this recall. That said, if you’re concerned, it’s reasonable to hold off on new purchases until you’ve heard back from the company or seen an updated FDA statement.
