Gold Star Distribution Recalls Multiple Products

December 26, 2025 — Gold Star Distribution has announced a voluntary recall of several FDA-regulated products, including pet foods, distributed in Minnesota, Indiana and North Dakota. The recall follows an FDA inspection that identified insanitary conditions at the facility, including evidence of rodent and avian contamination that could pose a risk to product safety.

Key Findings from FDA Inspection include

• Insanitary facility conditions. The FDA inspection found rodent excreta, rodent urine and bird droppings in the areas where products were stored.
• High contamination risk: The FDA determined these conditions posed a significant risk of contamination from filth and harmful microorganisms. Products stored under these conditions may be contaminated with bacteria, including Salmonella, which can cause serious illness.
• Additional disease concerns: Rodents are known carriers of Leptospria

You can see a complete list of affected products here. At this time, no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recalled products.

Update: We’ve gone through the list and identified what we believe is every pet-related product in the recall and put them in this table.

SKU	Product Name	UPC
15CF2C	3.15 lb 9 Lives Cat Food – Indoor Complete (4 ct)	079100505647; 0079100523191
15CF2D	3.15 lb 9 Lives Cat Food – Daily Essentials (4 ct)	079100581221
15CF9C	9 Lives Can Chicken Dinner (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	079100004102
15DC	Purina Dog Chow (4.4 lb / 4 ct)	017800410274; 17800180283
15DC6	Purina Puppy Chow (4 lb / 4 ct)	017800180269
15DCP	Purina Cat Chow – Complete Bags (4 × 3.15 lb)	017800179911
15DT1	Dog Treat Snack Shack P.B. Bone (24 ct)	850089007618
15DT2	Dog Treat Snack Shack Chz & Bacon Bone (24 ct)	850089007595
15FF1	Fancy Feast Cat Food – Creamy Delight Salmon (3 oz / 24 ct)	050000168231
15FF2	Fancy Feast Cat Food – Medleys Florentine (3 oz / 24 ct)	050000572813
15FF3	Fancy Feast Cat Food – Gravy Lovers (3 oz / 24 ct)	050000580064
15FR1	Friskies Shreds with White Fish & Tuna (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	050000103690
15FR2	Friskies Prime Filet with Beef (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	0005000021220
15FR3	Friskies Pate Salmon Dinner (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	050000423344
15FR4	Friskies Pate Poultry (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	050000423641
15FR5	Friskies Shreds Turkey & Cheese (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	050000467723
15FRA	Friskies Asst Cans (5.5 oz / 24 ct)	(UPC not shown)
15FRI1	Friskies Seafood Sensations (4 × 3.15 lb)	(UPC not shown)
15FRI2	Friskies Indoor Delights (4 × 3.15 lb)	(UPC not shown)
15FRI3	Friskies Surfin’ & Turfin’ (4 × 3.15 lb)	(UPC not shown)
15MM1	Meow Mix Original Bag (18 oz / 6 ct)	829274454186
15MM2	Meow Mix Original 3.15 lb 4 ct	829274513753
15MM5	Meow Mix Beef & Salmon 3 lb/4 ct	829274831253
15MM6	Meow Mix Chicken & Tuna 3 lb/4 ct	829274218801
15MM7	Meow Mix Salmon & Chicken 3 lb/4 ct	829274512527
15MM8	Meow Mix Salmon & Turkey 3 lb/4 ct	829274519137
15TC	Tidy Cat Litter (Red) (4 × 10 lb)	070230107107
15TC2	Tidy Cat Litter (Blue) (4 × 10 lb)	070230107602
15TCJ	Tidy Cat Litter (Red Jug) (3 × 6 lb)	070230171108

What to Do

Consumers and retailers who purchased the affected products should destroy them immediately and provide proof of destruction by submitting a receipt to Gold Star at 1000 N. Humboldt Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55411. Under no circumstances should products be returned or shipped back to Gold Star. Refunds will be issued upon request.

Consumers who have experienced any health issues that may be associated with these products should contact their physician or healthcare provider. Pet owners whose animals may have consumed the recalled pet food products should consult their veterinarian.

For additional information or questions, please contact Gold Star at 612-617-9800, available seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST.

The full FDA recall notice is here.

About Salmonella

Pets infected with Salmonella may appear lethargic and may experience diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite or abdominal pain. Some pets may be infected without showing symptoms and can spread the bacteria to other animals or humans.

People handling contaminated pet food may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever or abdominal cramping. In rare cases, Salmonella can lead to more serious conditions, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Anyone who develops symptoms after handling the product should contact a healthcare provider.

Reporting pet food problems

The FDA encourages consumers to report complaints about pet food products electronically through the Safety Reporting Portal. Consumers may also visit the SmartHub Safety Intake Portal for electronic assistance with submitting a report.

Canadians can report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.

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