Organ Meats in Raw Food for Dogs When transitioning your dog to raw food, it’s easy to focus mostly on muscle meat and bone. However, organ meats are another important component commonly included in prey model raw feeding. Organs such as the liver, kidney, heart, and spleen contain naturally occurring vitamins and minerals and are typically included in smaller portions within raw feeding routines. Understanding how these organs fit into a prey model raw structure can help make the feeding approach easier to understand. Why Organ Meats Are Included in Raw Feeding Prey model raw feeding is typically built around three core components: • Muscle meat• Edible bone• Organ meat Muscle meat usually makes up the majority of a raw...
Raw Food for Dogs: Understanding Different Feeding Approaches For decades, dry dog food, commonly called kibble, has been a common feeding option for dog owners. Its long shelf life and convenience make it easy for many households. At the same time, some dog owners explore alternative feeding styles, including raw food for dogs. Learning how these different feeding approaches are made and structured can help owners decide what works best for their dog and their routine. How Dry Dog Food Is Made Most dry dog foods are produced using a manufacturing process called extrusion. During this process, ingredients are ground, mixed, and cooked at high temperatures before being shaped into the familiar kibble pieces. This process creates a shelf-stable product...
Transitioning to a Raw Diet is a Unique Journey for Every Dog Some take to it immediately, while others need time to adjust. For Kimber, the process had its ups and downs, but in the end, it was absolutely worth it. Now, not only has she found proteins she truly enjoys, but she has also stopped itching—something I never expected to resolve just through diet. The Beginning of Kimber’s Raw Diet Kimber began her raw feeding journey in May 2024, and from the very first bowl, she loved it. Watching her excitement for fresh, species-appropriate food was so rewarding. However, after a while, things started to change—she became picky, turning her nose up at the proteins I offered. At first,...
At RawFedK9, we believe that less is more when it comes to feeding your dog. That’s why our dehydrated treats and chews are made from 100% single ingredients. These high-quality treats are slowly dehydrated to retain their natural nutrients, flavors, and textures, making them an excellent option for training, snacking, and chewing. Whether your dog needs a high-value reward, a crunchy snack, or a long-lasting chew, we have a variety of options to suit every pup. Why Choose Dehydrated Treats? Dehydrated treats are an excellent alternative to highly processed dog treats found in pet stores. Here’s why they’re a great choice for your dog: ✔️ Natural & Nutrient-Dense – Retains essential vitamins & minerals lost in processed treats.✔️ Highly Digestible...
Pork in Raw Dog Food: A Closer Look at This Protein Option When exploring raw food for dogs, pork is a protein that often sparks curiosity. Some dogs take to it immediately, while others may not have tried it before. Like any protein in a prey model raw diet, pork offers its own texture, fat level, and nutritional profile. At RawFedK9, our pork formula follows a prey model raw structure using pork meat, pork heart, pork snouts, pork kidney, pork liver, pork spleen, and pork bone — keeping ingredients simple and rooted in whole animal components. If you’re thinking about adding pork into your dog’s rotation, here’s a closer look at what goes into it. The Components of Pork in...