NEW YORK (Azat TV) – Wellness and pet technology company Fi has initiated a voluntary recall of two popular dietary supplement products for dogs after learning that a raw ingredient supplied to its manufacturing partner may be contaminated with Salmonella. The nationwide alert, coordinated with federal regulatory authorities, impacts thousands of units distributed across major e-commerce platforms and direct-to-consumer channels.
Specific Products and Batch Identification
According to regulatory disclosures published by WSB-TV, the recall applies directly to two distinct product lines: the Fi Calming supplement for Dogs (180g package) and the Fi 8-in-1 Formula supplement for Dogs (180g package). Consumers can identify the affected containers by checking the lot numbers and Universal Product Codes (UPC) stamped on the packaging. The recalled Calming formula carries lot number 26118 and UPC code 8 50064 80011 1, while the 8-in-1 Formula features lot number 26159 and UPC code 8 50055 11168 4.
The affected batches were sold nationwide in the United States through online retail partners including Amazon and Chewy, as well as directly through the company’s official web store. The manufacturer responsible for producing the formulas has halted production lines while conducting a comprehensive internal audit into the origin of the raw ingredient contamination.
Scope of Microbial Risk and Supply Chain Origin
The decision to halt distribution follows reports that an upstream ingredient supplier delivered raw material that tested positive or presented significant risks for Salmonella contamination, as reported by Fox Business. While Salmonella is commonly associated with poultry and agricultural raw foods, raw powders and binding agents used in dietary chewables can also harbor pathogen colonies if environmental controls fail during processing or drying.
Public health authorities emphasize that Salmonella contamination in pet products creates a dual exposure vector, threatening both domestic animals and human handlers. Unlike typical stomach viruses that pass quickly, Salmonella infection can cause severe clinical complications and public health risks if not identified early. Food safety inspectors are evaluating supply chain records to verify whether the impacted raw ingredient was distributed to other animal supplement brands or food processing facilities.
Health Implications for Canines and Human Handlers
In pets, Salmonella infection presents a spectrum of gastrointestinal and systemic symptoms. Dogs consuming contaminated supplements may display severe lethargy, vomiting, fever, abdominal cramping, and watery or bloody diarrhea. Less severe cases may manifest simply as a decreased appetite or low-grade fever. Crucially, public health officials warn that infected dogs can become asymptomatic carriers, shedding the bacteria in their feces and contaminating living spaces without showing obvious signs of illness.
Human contact with contaminated pet supplements carries significant health risks. Exposure can occur through direct physical contact when breaking or feeding chewables, handling infected pets, or touching contaminated feeding bowls, scoops, and household surfaces. Symptoms in humans include nausea, severe abdominal cramps, fever, and persistent diarrhea, which can become bloody. In vulnerable populations—including young children, elderly individuals, and immunocompromised persons—the infection can progress to severe complications such as arterial infections, endocarditis, severe arthritis, and urinary tract infections.
Consumer Action Guidelines and Support Channels
Health agencies urge pet owners who purchased the affected lots to cease feeding the supplements to their animals immediately. Rather than returning the packaging, consumers are advised to seal the products tightly in plastic bags and dispose of them in secure outdoor trash receptacles to prevent wildlife or domestic animals from gaining access.
Pet owners whose animals show signs of gastrointestinal distress after consuming the supplements should consult a licensed veterinarian without delay. Similarly, individuals who experience severe digestive symptoms after handling the products should seek immediate medical evaluation. Fi has established dedicated customer support services, allowing buyers to submit inquiry emails or reach phone representatives directly to obtain refund procedures and safety guidance.