Popular pet food brand issues recall over bird flu contamination

Morasch Meats has issued a recall for its Northwest Naturals 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe raw and frozen cat food due to H5N1 bird flu contamination, linked to the death of an indoor cat in Oregon. The affected products, with 'best if used by' dates of May 21, 2026, and June 23, 2026, have been distributed across 12 states and British Columbia. Customers are urged to discard the recalled food and seek refunds. Health officials stress the importance of avoiding raw or undercooked animal products and limiting contact with sick or dead animals as bird flu cases rise. Recent reports indicate the virus is affecting both wild and domestic animals, including big cats in a Washington sanctuary, and there have been human cases of avian influenza, highlighting the need for safety measures.