Raw Feeding FAQs

It's a YES. Raw feeding provides nutrition in the form your dog's digestive system was designed for, without the grain, synthetic additives, and processing that kibble relies on. Less vet visits, less medications, less worry and more time with your best buddies.

The quick test: if your dog has allergies, itchy skin, chronic digestive issues, bad breath, weight problems, or low energy, raw feeding often is a game changer.

Many vets are cautious about raw because conventional vet training centers on kibble. Bring your vet into the conversation. We're happy to join a call. There are also holistic vets who specialize in raw-fed patients if you want a second opinion.

Raw feeding typically costs more upfront than bargain kibble, and roughly the same as premium or prescription kibble. Many families save money long-term through fewer vet visits and fewer prescriptions. We have consultation, variety packs, and pickup options to make raw accessible.

Just freezer space.

Cold turkey, in most cases. Stop the kibble, fast for 12 hours, and start raw on the next meal. Unlike switching between brands of kibble, raw doesn't require a slow transition because raw is easier for dogs to digest, not harder.

If your dog has a sensitive stomach or a history of digestive issues, we sometimes recommend warming the food. A free consult will dial this in for your specific dog.

Not recommended. Kibble digests at a slower rate than raw food, which can cause digestive upset when they're mixed. If you're transitioning, transition cleanly. If you can only afford partial raw feeding, raw at one meal and kibble at the other is better than kibble alone, but full raw is the better approach when feasible.

Energy usually shifts first. Breath and stool often follow. Coat changes and body composition take 2–3 months. Some dogs have a temporary detox period with itching or soft stools during weeks 1–2 — that's normal and usually passes.

Try a different protein or blend. Warm the food gently in warm water (not the microwave). Add a little green tripe, which most dogs find irresistible. Remove any kibble or processed treats, which dull the appetite. If all else fails, book a consult.

Most families notice something within the first month. Deeper benefits like resolved allergies or weight loss take 3–6 months. The longer your dog was on kibble, the longer the full reset takes.

Use the Raw Feeding Calculator. Enter your dog's ideal body weight (not current weight, if they're overweight) and it returns a daily portion in ounces. Split that across one or two meals.

The calculator is a starting point. After two weeks on the suggested amount, look at your dog and adjust by a couple of ounces up or down based on body condition.

Switch at least every two weeks. You can rotate more often if you want. The key is not feeding the same protein for months at a time. Aim for 4–5 different proteins in regular rotation

Some dogs have strong preferences. If yours only eats beef and chicken, add phytoplankton or a whole-food supplement to cover any vitamins and minerals the limited rotation might miss. But keep experimenting — preferences often shift.

Some pet parents prefer added veggies. Our Recipe blends include 7% fruits and vegetables. We have many proteins with veggies to choose from. Try them all.

Great for dental health and enrichment, once your dog is stable on their raw diet. Duck feet, chicken wings, and turkey necks are popular starting points. Never feed cooked bones — they splinter dangerously. Raw bones are safe.

All our blends are safe. Some blends are processed with organic bacterophagies, and some are processed through a cold water high-pressure system. Both eliminate E. coli, listeria and Salmonella.

Dogs and cats have highly acidic digestive systems that neutralize bacteria like salmonella in ways human digestion cannot. Most recalls in the raw pet food industry are due to zero-tolerance regulatory standards, not reports of sick pets.

Because some blends do not include the synthetic vitamin and mineral premixes that AAFCO requires for a “complete and balanced” label. We have pure raw and complete and balanced blends to suit all customer needs and desires.

Frozen until you're ready to use it. Thaw in the refrigerator in a sealed container (the rolls leak, so use a container). Most families thaw 2–5 days of food at a time. Fed food should be refrigerated between meals, same as any perishable protein.

Yes. As long as the food arrives cold, it's safe to refreeze. Dry ice evaporates quickly and often arrives mostly gone, but if the food is cold, the transit was fine.

Yes. Puppies can start raw as soon as they're weaned from mom, and they don't need a slow transition.

Puppies need more bone content during rapid growth months (4–6 months especially). If stools aren't too hard, add a duck foot or duck head a couple of times a week for extra bone.

Yes, and many seniors benefit most from the switch. Raw is easier to digest and supports joint and organ health. Transition pace may be slightly slower for dogs with long kibble histories. But the results are amazing for senior dogs.

Yes. Cats are obligate carnivores — strict meat eaters — which makes raw feeding especially well suited to feline biology. Avoid the blends with veggies as cats do not digest veggies like dogs.

Cats eat roughly 3% of their ideal body weight per day. For a 15-pound cat: 15 x 0.03 x 16 = about 7 ounces per day.

Raw feeding during pregnancy and nursing is supported, but portion size increases significantly. A consult is strongly recommended — nutritional demands during this window are high enough that getting it right matters more than usual.