06/09/2026
UPDATE: We are expanding our February 17, 2026, voluntary recall to include one lot of Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe (Lot Code C26022, Best By 1/22/2028) due to potentially low thiamine (vitamin B1) levels for cats. At the time this recipe was produced, it was formulated for both dogs and cats, which is why it is being included in the recall. We’ve worked closely with distributors and retailers and have confirmed that this lot is no longer present in distribution channels.
This was a lot from our old formula, taken by the FDA for testing in March. Because of unexpected findings with thiamine results, multiple rounds of testing across different labs were conducted over the past few months, yielding inconsistent results. We recently received the FDA’s final results and concluded that, due to the discrepancies, the lot should be officially recalled.
As promised from the beginning, we’ve continued investigating the thiamine deficiency originally identified in certain Quest Cat Food lots earlier this year. Understanding how it happened and ensuring it never happens again have remained among our highest priorities.
The traditional tests the FDA uses to measure vitamins and minerals aren’t always able to accurately measure these nutrients in their natural form. Since February, we’ve been working closely with the FDA and other industry experts to better understand these testing methods and to contribute to ongoing research into how naturally occurring thiamine is measured in pet food. Our ultimate goal is to foster the change that allows whole-food-based pet foods to be evaluated and measured accurately by regulatory agencies.
As we continue our research and testing, all current Steve’s Real Food products are being made using our updated formulations, which include a temporary vitamin premix that has undergone extensive testing. At the same time, we’re continuing our work to develop a new version of our supplement blend that relies primarily on whole-food ingredients.
We remain committed to transparency, sharing what we learn, and doing everything possible to ensure the safety and nutritional quality of our products.