What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The proposed settlement creates a $5,500,000 Settlement Fund to pay eligible Settlement Class Members, class notice and administration costs, attorneys' fees, expenses, and service awards, subject to Court approval.

How Do I Qualify For a Payout?

You may qualify if you lived in the United States and purchased one or more Mid America Pet Food Products covered by the recalls announced on September 3, 2023, October 30, 2023, and November 9, 2023, as listed on the official settlement website. Purchases for resale and certain other categories are excluded.

How Much Can I Get Paid?

Documented Pet Injury Claims are eligible for 100% of approved losses, up to $100,000 per Valid Claim Form. Pet Injury Claims supported only by declaration may receive $50 for an ill pet or $100 for a pet that died. Documented purchase claims are paid at 100% of the documented purchase price. Undocumented purchase claims may receive $20 per bag for up to two bags, capped at $40. All amounts may be increased or decreased pro rata depending on total valid claims.

What is the Claim Form Deadline?

The claim submission deadline is February 5, 2026.

How Many People are Affected?

The Settlement Class includes all persons and entities in the United States who purchased one or more covered Mid America Pet Food Products, excluding persons who bought only for resale and other limited exclusions. The exact number of eligible purchasers is not yet known.

What are the Important Dates?

Key dates include: Exclusion and objection deadline of January 6, 2026, claim deadline of February 5, 2026, and Final Approval Hearing on February 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM by Webex Teleconference.

When is the class action settlement payment date?

Payments will be made after the Court grants final approval of the settlement, any appeals are resolved, and claims are processed according to the Plan of Allocation. The exact payment date is not set.

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

Documentation is required for full reimbursement of Pet Injury Claims and documented purchase claims. You may still file undocumented purchase claims for up to two bags at $20 per bag, and certain Pet Injury Claims supported solely by declaration may receive flat payments. All claims are subject to review and possible pro rata adjustment.

Mid America Pet Food $5.5M Class Action Settlement

Q: How Do I File a Claim?

You must submit a Claim Form online at www.MidAmericaPetfoodSettlement.com or by mail to the Settlement Administrator. You need to provide requested information, documentation if available, and a signed declaration. Claims must be submitted or postmarked by February 5, 2026.

By Steve Levine

Mid America Pet Food Salmonella Settlement

Updated: January 5, 2026

Covered Brands:

Member's Mark, Victor, Wayne Feeds, Eagle Mountain

Awards Vary by Claim Type:

Starting at $20+
View “What Benefits are Available?” section below

Claim Deadline:

February 5, 2026

Proof required:

Not for all claims

Settlement Website: Here

Submit Claim

If you purchased certain Mid America Pet Food dry dog or cat food between Oct. 31, 2022 and Feb. 29, 2024 that was voluntarily recalled on September 3, October 30, or November 9, 2023, you may be eligible for cash payments from a $5.5 million class action settlement.

Payments are available for food purchase claims and pet injury claims.

Some claims do not require receipts, making it easier to participate.

What is the Mid America Pet Food Class Action About?

This class action resolves claims related to certain Mid America Pet Food products that were voluntarily recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The settlement compensates pet owners who purchased the potentially affected brands. Mid America Pet Food LLC denies the alleged wrongdoing, and the court has not decided in favor of Plaintiffs or Defendant. Instead, both sides agreed to a proposed settlement on behalf of everyone in the proposed Settlement Class.

Which Mid America Pet Food Products are Included in the Settlement?

Click here to view a full list of eligible products.

Important Class Action Settlement Dates

• Exclusion (Opt Out) Deadline: January 6, 2026
• Objection Deadline: January 6, 2026
• Claim Form Deadline: February 5, 2026
• Final Approval Hearing: February 6, 2026

What Benefits are Available?

Settlement benefits are paid from the $5,500,000 Settlement Fund according to the Plan of Allocation. Settlement Class Members can recover money by submitting valid Pet Injury Claims and/or Consumer Food Purchase Claims. Fully Documented Pet Injury Claims are to be paid at 100% of approved documented losses. Pet Injury Claims Documented Solely By Declaration are to be paid at $50 for pets that became ill but did not die and $100 for pets that died. In addition, Settlement Class Members who submit valid Consumer Food Purchase Claims shall have their claims valued and paid as follows:

1. Documented Claims: 100% of approved submitted losses (e.g., the purchase price paid for Mid America Pet Food Products) if losses are supported by documentation (e.g., receipts; invoices; shipping order forms; confirmation emails; proof of payment; etc.).

2. Undocumented Claims: $20 for each bag of Mid America Pet Food Products purchased, up to two (2) bags. Each Undocumented Claim is capped at $40.

All Documented and Undocumented Claims are subject to pro rata decrease as set forth in more detail in the Plan of Allocation located in the Settlement Agreement.

Pro Rata Adjustments: If there is money left in the Net Settlement Fund after paying all valid claims at full value, approved claims may be increased proportionally. If there is not enough money to pay all valid claims in full, payments will be reduced on a pro rata basis.

What Are My Options?

• Submit a Claim: Receive payment if eligible and your claim is approved.
• Exclude Yourself: Mail a valid Exclusion Request. You will not receive payment from this settlement.
• Object: If you stay in the Settlement Class, you may file a written objection to the settlement.
• Do Nothing: You stay in the Settlement Class and receive no payment.

How Do I File a Claim?

1. Complete the Claim Form online via the official website or by mail.
2. Choose the claim type (food purchase or pet injury).
3. Include documentation for full reimbursement if available.
4. Submit the form online or postmarked by February 5, 2026.

Submit a Claim: Here

When Will I Get Paid?

Payments will be issued after:

• The Court grants final approval of the settlement at or after the Final Approval Hearing on February 6, 2026,
• Any appeals are resolved, and
• Claims are reviewed and processed under the Plan of Allocation.

Approved claimants will be notified by the Settlement Administrator regarding their payment amount.

How to Exclude Yourself

To opt out, you must mail a written Exclusion Request to the Settlement Administrator so it is postmarked no later than January 6, 2026. Your request must include your full name, current address, a statement that you wish to be excluded from the Settlement Class in Filardi v. Mid-America Pet Food, LLC, Case No. 23-cv-11170-NSR, and sufficient proof that you are a Settlement Class Member.

How to Object

If you do not exclude yourself, you may object by sending a written objection postmarked no later than January 6, 2026 to the Court, the Settlement Administrator, Class Counsel, and Defendant's Counsel. Your objection must include the case name and number, your contact information, reasons for your objection, proof of class membership, and whether you intend to appear at the Final Approval Hearing.

Submit a Claim or view the Settlement Website here.

The case is Filardi v. Mid-America Pet Food, LLC, Case No. 23-cv-11170-NSR, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York

Official Settlement Notice

Sources

• Official Settlement Website: MidAmericaPetfoodSettlement.com
• Mid America Pet Food Class Action Court Docket: Filardi v. Mid-America Pet Food, LLC, Case No. 23-cv-11170-NSR, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York

Filing Class Action Settlement Claims

Please submit only truthful and accurate claims. Submitting false information can result in denial of benefits and potential penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the Settlement Administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.

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Class Action Summary
Status	Settlement Open for Claims
Claim Form Deadline	February 5, 2026
Settlement Amount	$5,500,000
Category	Pet Food, Product Liability
Estimated Payout	Documented: Up to 100% of approved losses (pet injury and purchases), capped at $100,000 per Valid Claim Form for pet injury claims. Undocumented: Up to $40 for purchases, and flat $50 or $100 for certain pet injury claims, all subject to pro rata adjustment.
Case Number	23-cv-11170-NSR
Case Title	Filardi v. Mid-America Pet Food, LLC
Court	U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
Final Approval Hearing	February 6, 2026
Claim Website	Settlement Site