31 salmonella infections in Canada linked to dog treats; cases likely higher

Canada’s public health agency says 31 salmonella infections across the country are linked to dog food and treats, but officials say the number is likely higher.

Of those infected, Alberta and B.C. have 14 each, while Ontario and the North West Territories have two and one, respectively, according to an update from the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Seven have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported.

The health agency says sicknesses were reported between mid-February and late-September of 2025, and most of those impacted are women (58 per cent) and “between 0 and 87 years of age.”

Puppy Love and Puppy World brand dog food and treats are believed to be the source of the cause, but no products have been recalled at this time.

“Many people who became sick in this outbreak in