Elite Treats Voluntarily Recalls Chicken Chips for Dogs Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

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Elite Treats, LLC has voluntarily recalled a specific lot of its Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs after concerns that the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. This recall was announced by the company and posted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on February 24, 2026. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)

According to the recall information, the affected treats were distributed to feed stores in parts of the southeastern United States. No pet or human illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall to date.

Summary

FDA Publish Date: 02/24/2026 (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
Product Type: Pet Food / Dog Treats
Reason for Announcement: Possible Salmonella contamination
Company Name: Elite Treats, LLC
Brand Name: Elite Treats
Product Description: Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs (6-oz bag)

Why This Recall Issue Matters

Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause illness in both pets and humans. Dogs that eat contaminated treats may experience gastrointestinal symptoms such as lethargy, diarrhea (possibly bloody), vomiting, fever, and decreased appetite. Some infected dogs may not show symptoms but can still spread the bacteria to other animals and people.

People handling contaminated treats or touching surfaces the treats have contacted can also be exposed to Salmonella. This is especially concerning for young children, elderly adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

If your pet shows any signs of illness after eating the recalled product or if you’re worried about exposure, contact your veterinarian.

Company Announcement

Elite Treats, LLC issued a voluntary recall of a single lot of Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs after it was determined that the product may be contaminated with Salmonella. The concern arose following testing by a third-party laboratory that identified contamination in a related, commercially unreleased lot of the same product.

The recalled product was distributed to Florida Hardware, LLC, which supplied feed stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. As of the recall posting, no illnesses in pets or humans have been reported in connection with this lot.

Affected Product Details

Product name: Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs
Package size / net weight: 6-oz bag
Lot number: 24045
Best By date: 04/2027
Where sold/distributed: Feed stores in AL, FL, GA, NC, and SC
Quantity recalled: Not specified in the FDA notice.

What Pet Parents Should Do

Stop feeding the recalled Elite Treats Chicken Chips for Dogs immediately.
Do not sell, donate, or give the treats to any animals.
Dispose of the product securely so that children, pets, and wildlife cannot access it.
Clean and sanitize pet bowls, storage containers, utensils, and any surfaces that came into contact with the product.
Wash your hands thoroughly after handling the product or surfaces it touched.
Watch your pet for symptoms of Salmonella infection and contact your veterinarian if you’re concerned.