Dog Food Recall Because of Bacteria

May 9, 2026, 20:53
GlobalHealth

Introduction

A company in Indiana is taking back some dog food. The food might have salmonella bacteria.

Main Body

The company is recalling 'Chicken Recipe for Dogs'. Look for lot code C001730. These bags are one pound. They were sold in many states like New York and California. Salmonella makes dogs sick. Dogs may feel tired. They may have a fever or throw up. Some dogs look healthy but can still give the bacteria to people. Throw the food away. Do not let people or animals eat it. Other foods like frozen pizzas had similar problems recently. Albright's Raw Pet Food wants to make safe food. They will give more information soon. Always keep this food cold in the fridge.

Conclusion

No dogs are sick now. Please check your food codes.

Learning

🧩 The 'May' Rule

In the text, we see: "Dogs may feel tired."

When you aren't 100% sure if something is true, use May. It is a soft way to describe a possibility.

How to use it: Subject + may + action β†’\rightarrow Dogs may feel tired.

Examples from life:

  • It may rain today. 🌧️
  • I may go to the store. πŸ›’
  • She may be late. ⏰

πŸ“¦ Action Words for 'Getting Rid of Things'

This article uses three different ways to say "go away":

  1. Taking back β†’\rightarrow The company wants the food back.
  2. Recalling β†’\rightarrow The official word for "taking back" a product.
  3. Throw away β†’\rightarrow Put it in the trash. πŸ—‘οΈ

🌑️ Adjective Check: Sick vs. Healthy

These are opposites. If you are not sick, you are healthy.

  • Sick β†’\rightarrow Fever, tired, throw up.
  • Healthy β†’\rightarrow Strong, feel good, no pain.

Vocabulary Learning

company (n.)
a business that sells goods or services
Example:The company sells dog food in many stores.
recall (v.)
to ask people to return something
Example:The company is recalling the dog food.
salmonella (n.)
a type of bacteria that can make people sick
Example:Salmonella can cause fever and stomach pain.
bacteria (n.)
tiny living organisms that can be harmful
Example:Bacteria grow in food if it is not stored properly.
recipe (n.)
a list of ingredients and instructions for cooking
Example:The recipe for chicken dog food is simple.
pound (n.)
a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces
Example:Each bag weighs one pound.
state (n.)
a region or part of a country
Example:The dog food was sold in many states.
sick (adj.)
not feeling healthy
Example:The dogs became sick after eating the food.
tired (adj.)
feeling weak or needing rest
Example:The dogs looked tired after the walk.
fever (n.)
a high body temperature
Example:A fever can be a sign of infection.
throw (v.)
to toss or discard
Example:Throw the food away if it is bad.
healthy (adj.)
in good physical condition
Example:Some dogs look healthy even when they have bacteria.
safe (adj.)
free from danger
Example:The company wants to make safe food.
fridge (n.)
a small refrigerator for keeping food cold
Example:Keep the food in the fridge.
check (v.)
to examine or inspect
Example:Please check your food codes.
code (n.)
a set of letters or numbers that identifies something
Example:The lot code is C001730.