Raaw Energy Halts Production Over Listeria Contamination

Raaw Energy, a company specializing in raw dog food, is recalling multiple products sold in New England due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects items produced between July 17, 2025, and December 23, 2025. These products include varieties such as 'Dog's Best Friend' and 'Chicken Hearts'.

Concerns were heightened after the New Jersey Department of Agriculture tested four dog food samples from the affected period, with all testing positive for Listeria. This expanded recall follows an earlier recall in January and subsequent reports of dogs becoming ill after consuming the food. Consequently, Raaw Energy announced a temporary pause in all dog food production starting Thursday, May 21, to thoroughly evaluate and address the contamination issues.

The recalled products, packaged in 2-pound or 5-pound tubes, were sold frozen in boxes. They were distributed in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, primarily through online orders with local co-op pick-up. Customers are advised to immediately dispose of the recalled food securely and disinfect any surfaces or pet supplies that may have come into contact with it.

In response to the contamination, Raaw Energy stated it will undertake significant sanitation improvements, including resurfacing food preparation areas and treating drains. The company also plans to implement enhanced quality control measures, including the purchase of a pathogen detection system to test every batch. Despite these actions, June food deliveries are still scheduled to proceed.