Pet Digest

How to Read Pet Food Recall Notices & Lot Numbers When you see a pet food recall in the news, the first question is always: “Does this affect my dog’s food?” The answer depends on the details in the recall notice — and those details can look confusing if you’re not used to reading them. Let’s break it down so you’ll always know what to look for. Key Parts of a Recall Notice Most official recall announcements include the same pieces of information. Here’s what matters: Brand and product name: Example: Blue Ridge Beef Puppy Mix. Package size or format: 2 lb chubs, 12 oz cans, 24 lb bags, etc. Lot number / batch code: A unique code printed on the packaging, usually near the expiration date. This is the most important detail because recalls rarely affect every product made by a company. Best by / expiration date: Tells you when the product should be used by — often paired with the lot number for identification. Reason for recall: Contamination (like Salmone...

When choosing a dog food, many pet parents look at ingredients, price, and packaging—but not many think to ask who actually owns the brand. One of the biggest names behind popular dog foods is Nestlé, a company better known for candy bars, coffee, and bottled water. But Nestlé isn’t just in your kitchen—it’s also in your dog’s bowl. --- 🏢 Meet Nestlé Purina PetCare Nestlé’s pet food division, Nestlé Purina PetCare, is one of the largest pet food manufacturers in the world. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, it dominates both the grocery aisle and pet specialty stores. From economy kibble to high-end performance diets, they have something for every budget—but not always every philosophy when it comes to pet nutrition. --- 🐾 Dog Food Brands Owned by Nestlé Here’s a breakdown of the most common dog food brands under the Nestlé Purina umbrella: 1. Purina Pro Plan Marketed as vet-recommended and performance-driven, Pro Plan is often seen as Purina’s premium line. It’s used by many bree...