Go Raw Pet Food Recall 2026: Lot Codes & Thiamine Risks

Verified: August 12, 2026. Go Raw, LLC expanded a voluntary recall to include one additional lot of Steve’s Real Food Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe after the FDA had earlier issued an advisory identifying eight Quest Cat Food lots with extremely low or no thiamine (Vitamin B1). Pet owners should first match the package code to the correct FDA notice: stop feeding recalled lots, and for advisory-only lots consult a veterinarian about whether to continue feeding. Contact a veterinarian immediately if a cat that ate an affected product shows decreased appetite, vomiting, or neurological signs.

The FDA advisory is a regulatory safety communication identifying tested lots; the expanded recall is a company-initiated voluntary action. Go Raw also enacted a separate company-wide stop-sale on Quest brand inventory pending production review, which is distinct from both the advisory and the lot-specific recalls.

2. Verified Product Checklist: Exact Lots, Sizes, and Best-By Dates

The following lots are identified in the two FDA notices. Check your packaging against these exact codes:

Recalled Quest Cat Food Lots (from both notices)

Expanded Recall: Steve’s Real Food (from June 8 notice)

The March 13 FDA advisory also identified additional Quest lots that were tested but not yet recalled at that time. Pet owners should review the FDA advisory page for the complete list of eight FDA-tested lots.

3. Why Thiamine (Vitamin B1) Matters for Cats

According to the FDA advisory, thiamine (Vitamin B1) is an essential nutrient for cats. The FDA notes that cats cannot synthesize thiamine endogenously and must obtain it from their diet. The FDA advisory references a minimum thiamine level of 5.6 mg/kg on a dry-matter basis for feline diets.

The FDA advisory explains that thiamine plays a critical role in carbohydrate metabolism and nervous system function. When dietary thiamine falls below required levels, cats can develop serious health problems.

4. Recognizing Symptoms: What the FDA Says to Watch For

The FDA advisory identifies the following signs associated with low thiamine levels in cats:

• Early gastrointestinal signs: decreased appetite, vomiting, weight loss, hypersalivation
• Progressive neurological signs: ataxia (wobbly gait), head and neck ventroflexion (drooping), dilated pupils, and seizures

The FDA advisory describes these signs as associated with low thiamine levels in cats.

5. Owner Action Plan: Recalled vs. Advisory-Only Lots

Actions differ depending on whether your product matches a recalled lot or an advisory-only lot:

If your product matches a recalled lot code

1. Stop feeding immediately and do not feed the product to any animal.
2. Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement, as stated in the FDA recall notice.
3. Contact a veterinarian if your cat has consumed the recalled product and shows decreased appetite, vomiting, wobbly gait, or other concerning signs.

If your product matches an advisory-only lot (FDA-tested but not recalled)

1. Review the FDA advisory page for the complete list of eight FDA-tested Quest Cat Food lots.
2. Consult a veterinarian about whether to continue feeding the product, as the FDA advisory recommends.
3. Monitor your cat for the signs described in the advisory if your product lot was tested but not recalled.
4. Report problems through the FDA’s reporting channels as described on the advisory page.

6. Understanding the Regulatory Categories

It is important to distinguish between three separate categories of action:

• FDA Advisory (March 13): A regulatory safety communication alerting the public that the FDA tested and found extremely low thiamine in eight Quest Cat Food lots. The advisory is not a recall.
• Voluntary Company Recall (initial and expanded): Go Raw, LLC initiated voluntary recalls of specific lots. The initial recall covered three Quest lots; the June 8 expansion added Steve’s Real Food Lot C26022.
• Company-wide Stop-Sale: Go Raw separately enacted a precautionary stop-sale across all Quest brand inventory pending production review. This is a company decision, not an FDA mandate, and does not mean all Quest products are recalled.

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Sources: U.S. FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine advisory and recall notices. This article does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment instructions, thiamine dosage, or prognosis. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for clinical concerns.