Fi recalls two dog supplements over possible Salmonella risk

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Fi has recalled two dog supplements after learning that an ingredient supplied to its manufacturer may have introduced Salmonella contamination. The recall covers Fi Calming supplement for Dogs 180 g, lot 26118, and Fi 8-in-1 Formula supplement for Dogs 180 g, lot 26159. Vet Plus, Inc., which markets the brand from New York, said it is notifying affected customers, and FDA posted the company’s announcement on September 8, 2026. (fda.gov)

The immediate trigger appears to be upstream supply-chain contamination rather than a reported cluster of illnesses. According to the FDA-posted announcement, the potentially contaminated ingredient came from a supplier to Fi’s manufacturer, and the manufacturer has suspended production during its investigation. That detail matters because it suggests the company is still tracing the source and assessing whether the problem is limited to these two lots or could affect additional products. (fda.gov)

The recalled products were distributed directly to consumers and through Amazon and Chewy, which broadens the practical reach of the notice and raises the odds that veterinary clinics will hear from concerned pet parents. FDA advises consumers to stop using the affected products, keep the container tightly sealed, and dispose of it in the trash. The agency’s notice also includes a company contact line and directs adverse event reporting through FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine. (fda.gov)

While this recall involves supplements rather than complete diets or treats, the health risk is familiar. FDA says Salmonella can affect dogs that consume the product and can also infect people who handle contaminated containers, contaminated surfaces, or animal waste after ingestion. In dogs, signs may include lethargy, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite, and abdominal pain. In people, symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and fever, with more serious complications possible in some cases. (fda.gov)

Broader public health guidance helps explain why these recalls draw veterinary attention even when case counts aren’t disclosed. CDC says pet food and treats can sometimes be contaminated with germs that make both people and pets sick, and it specifically recommends washing hands with soap and water before and after handling pet food or treats. CDC has also documented past human outbreaks linked to contaminated dog food, underscoring that pet-product contamination is not only an animal health issue, but a household exposure issue as well. (cdc.gov)

Industry reaction appears limited so far, with the FDA notice serving as the primary public record. No independent veterinary expert commentary was readily available at the time of writing. Still, the recall lands in a year with multiple FDA-listed animal-product recalls, including other contamination-related events in late summer 2026, which may keep veterinary teams on alert for pet parent questions about sourcing, manufacturing controls, and how to handle recalled products safely. (fda.gov)

Why it matters: For veterinary professionals, the case is a useful reminder that supplements deserve the same medication-history scrutiny as food and treats when dogs present with acute gastrointestinal signs. Clinics may want to ask specifically about powders, chews, calming products, and daily wellness supplements purchased online, since these can be overlooked during intake. There’s also a client-education opportunity here: asymptomatic dogs can still act as carriers, so counseling should include household hygiene, feces handling, and extra caution for young children, older adults, and immunocompromised people in the home. (fda.gov)

What to watch: The next key developments are whether the manufacturer identifies the contaminated ingredient source, whether the recall expands beyond the two listed lots, and whether FDA posts follow-up enforcement or termination information in the coming weeks. (fda.gov)