If you filed a claim in the Mid America Pet Food settlement and need to update your address or contact information, reach out to the Settlement Administrator, Angeion Group, by calling their toll-free line at 1-888-559-4088 or by mailing your updated details to Angeion Group, P.O. Box 58220, Philadelphia, PA 19102. You can also visit the official contact page at midamericapetfoodsettlement.com/contact-us. For example, if you moved since submitting your claim last year and your old address is still on file, your settlement check could end up at the wrong mailbox — and uncashed checks often go stale after 90 to 180 days. This $5.5 million settlement resolved claims that Mid America Pet Food sold Salmonella-contaminated dog and cat food under brands like Victor Super Premium, Wayne Feeds, Eagle Mountain, and Member’s Mark.
The case, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 23-cv-11170-NSR), covered 35 recalled products purchased between October 31, 2022 and February 29, 2024. With the claim filing deadline having passed on February 5, 2026, and the final approval hearing held on February 6, 2026, the settlement is now in its payment phase.
Table of Contents
- How Do You Update Your Address and Contact Info for the Mid America Pet Food Settlement?
- What Compensation Are Claimants Entitled To Receive?
- Which Products Were Covered by the Recall and Settlement?
- Check or Electronic Payment — What to Know About Receiving Your Payout
- Common Problems That Delay Settlement Payments
- What Happens If You Missed the Claim Deadline?
- Lessons for Future Pet Food Recalls and Settlements
- Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Update Your Address and Contact Info for the Mid America Pet Food Settlement?
The process is straightforward but time-sensitive. If your mailing address, email, or payment preferences have changed since you filed your claim, contact the Settlement Administrator — Angeion Group — as soon as possible. The three ways to do this are by phone at 1-888-559-4088 (toll-free), by mail at Angeion Group, P.O. Box 58220, Philadelphia, PA 19102, or through the online contact form at midamericapetfoodsettlement.com/contact-us.
When reaching out, have your claim confirmation number ready if you still have it, along with your full name and the address you originally used on the claim form. Phone is generally the fastest option if you need confirmation that your update went through. Mail works but introduces a delay — if payments are being processed soon, a mailed address change request might not arrive in time. The online contact form is a reasonable middle ground, though response times vary depending on how many claimants the administrator is handling at any given point. If you chose electronic payment when you filed your claim, updating your email address is just as important as updating a physical address, since payment links or direct deposit details may be sent electronically.
What Compensation Are Claimants Entitled To Receive?
The settlement established several tiers based on the severity of harm. If you purchased a recalled product and have a receipt but your pet did not get sick, you could receive up to a 100 percent refund of the purchase price. Without a receipt, the payout drops to a flat $20 per bag, capped at two bags for a maximum of $40. These amounts may seem modest, but they reflect the reality that most consumers did not keep receipts for pet food purchases.
For claimants whose pets became ill, the settlement offers $50 per affected pet based on a signed declaration, or up to 100 percent reimbursement of documented veterinary costs — whichever is greater. In the most serious cases where a pet died, claimants can receive $100 per pet by declaration or up to $100,000 for fully documented injury and death claims. However, if you filed under a higher tier, your claim likely required supporting documentation such as veterinary records, receipts, or a necropsy report. If any of that documentation was incomplete at the time of filing, your payout may be adjusted downward to a lower tier. There is no mechanism to supplement your claim after the February 5, 2026 deadline has passed.
Which Products Were Covered by the Recall and Settlement?
The settlement covered 35 recalled dog and cat food products sold under four brand names: Victor Super Premium Dog and Cat Food, Wayne Feeds Dog and Cat Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food, and Member’s Mark pet foods, which is the Sam’s Club store brand. To qualify, the product had to have been purchased between October 31, 2022 and February 29, 2024. This window corresponds to the period during which contaminated products were on store shelves before and during the recall.
One detail that tripped up some claimants was the Member’s Mark connection. Many Sam’s Club shoppers did not realize that Member’s Mark pet food was manufactured by Mid America Pet Food and was part of the same recall. If you bought Member’s Mark dog food during that period and your pet experienced digestive issues, vomiting, or lethargy, those symptoms could have been consistent with Salmonella exposure. The FDA recall notices listed specific lot numbers, so not every bag sold during that window was necessarily contaminated — but the settlement did not require proof that your specific bag was from a contaminated lot, only that you purchased one of the covered products during the eligible period.
Check or Electronic Payment — What to Know About Receiving Your Payout
When filing a claim, claimants had the option to choose between a mailed check and electronic payment. Each has tradeoffs worth understanding, especially now that you are waiting for distribution. If you selected a mailed check, your current mailing address on file with Angeion Group is the single most important detail to get right. Checks sent to an old address may be returned to the administrator, but reissuing a check adds weeks or months to the process.
Some settlement administrators charge reissuance fees or impose deadlines after which unclaimed funds revert to a cy pres recipient — typically a nonprofit — rather than being redistributed to claimants. If you selected electronic payment, make sure the email address associated with your claim is one you actively monitor. Electronic payments are often distributed through platforms like PayPal, Venmo, or Zelle, and the notification email can easily end up in a spam folder. Either way, if you have not received payment within a reasonable window after final approval, call 1-888-559-4088 to check your claim status rather than assuming it was denied.
Common Problems That Delay Settlement Payments
Even after a settlement receives final approval — the hearing for this case was held on February 6, 2026 — payments are not always immediate. If any class member or party files an appeal, the entire distribution can be held up for months or even years. As of March 2026, it is worth checking the official settlement website at midamericapetfoodsettlement.com for updates on whether final approval was granted without appeals. Another common issue is duplicate claims.
If you accidentally submitted more than one claim, the administrator may flag your file for review, which delays processing. Similarly, claims filed with incomplete or inconsistent information — such as a name that does not match the payment method on file — can trigger additional verification steps. If you receive a letter or email from Angeion Group requesting clarification, respond promptly. Ignoring these requests is one of the most common reasons claimants end up with a denied or reduced payout. Do not provide sensitive information like Social Security numbers unless you have independently verified that the request is legitimate by calling the administrator’s toll-free number directly.
What Happens If You Missed the Claim Deadline?
The claim filing deadline was February 5, 2026, and unfortunately, late claims are almost never accepted in class action settlements. If you missed the deadline, you are still technically a class member unless you opted out before January 6, 2026, which means you released your individual claims against Mid America Pet Food in exchange for your share of the settlement — even if that share turns out to be nothing because you did not file on time. There is one narrow exception worth noting.
In rare cases, courts permit late claims if a claimant can demonstrate extraordinary circumstances, such as a serious medical emergency or military deployment that prevented timely filing. This requires a motion to the court and is granted at the judge’s discretion. For most people who simply forgot or did not hear about the settlement in time, this path is not realistic.
Lessons for Future Pet Food Recalls and Settlements
The Mid America Pet Food case highlights a pattern that pet owners should watch for going forward. Large-scale pet food recalls tied to bacterial contamination — Salmonella, Listeria, and similar pathogens — have led to multiple class action settlements in recent years. If you purchase pet food from smaller or mid-tier manufacturers, signing up for FDA recall alerts at fda.gov is one of the most practical steps you can take.
Going forward, keep receipts for pet food purchases, even digitally through store loyalty apps. Documenting your pet’s health with regular veterinary visits also creates a paper trail that becomes invaluable if you ever need to file a claim in a future settlement. The difference between a $40 payout and full reimbursement of veterinary costs often comes down to whether you can produce documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I update my address for the Mid America Pet Food settlement?
Call the Settlement Administrator, Angeion Group, at 1-888-559-4088, mail your updated information to P.O. Box 58220, Philadelphia, PA 19102, or use the contact form at midamericapetfoodsettlement.com/contact-us.
Can I still file a claim in the Mid America Pet Food settlement?
No. The claim filing deadline was February 5, 2026, and late claims are generally not accepted unless a court grants an exception for extraordinary circumstances.
How much money will I receive from the settlement?
It depends on your situation. Claimants with receipts and no pet illness can receive up to a full refund. Without a receipt, the payout is $20 per bag (max two bags). If your pet became ill, you may receive $50 per pet or documented vet costs. If your pet died, payouts range from $100 to up to $100,000 with full documentation.
Which pet food brands were covered by this settlement?
Victor Super Premium, Wayne Feeds, Eagle Mountain, and Member’s Mark (Sam’s Club brand) dog and cat food products purchased between October 31, 2022 and February 29, 2024.
When will settlement payments be sent out?
Payments will be issued after final approval is granted and any appeals are resolved. The final approval hearing was held on February 6, 2026. Check midamericapetfoodsettlement.com for the latest updates on distribution timing.
What if my settlement check was sent to my old address?
Contact Angeion Group at 1-888-559-4088 to report the issue and request a reissued check with your updated address. Act quickly, as there may be deadlines for reissuing unclaimed payments.