Beef & Chicken 500g

RAW TREAT PETFOOD - Chicken & Beef is a premium raw dog food that provides your furry friend with the essential nutrients they need for optimal health. This delicious blend of high-quality chicken and beef is formulated to deliver a balanced diet, catering to the natural dietary needs of dogs. Each serving is designed to promote overall wellness, ensuring your pet feels energetic and happy every day.

Main Purpose:

The main purpose of RAW TREAT PETFOOD - Chicken & Beef is to offer a nutritious and delicious raw food option that supports your dog's health and well-being. It is crafted to meet the specific dietary requirements of dogs, promoting vitality and longevity.

Features:

• High-Quality Ingredients: Made with fresh chicken and beef, sourced from trusted suppliers.
• Grain-Free Formula: Suitable for dogs with grain sensitivities or allergies.
• No Fillers or Additives: Free from artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors.
• Balanced Nutrition: Formulated to provide essential vitamins and minerals for overall health.
• Raw Feeding Friendly: Perfect for those following a raw or natural diet for their pets.

Specifications:

• Weight Options: 500g
• Ingredients: Chicken, beef, organ meats, and essential nutrients.
• Storage: Keep refrigerated or frozen until ready to serve.
• Feeding Guidelines: Adjust portions based on your dog’s weight and activity level.

Benefits:

• Promotes Healthy Skin and Coat: The natural fats and proteins support a shiny coat and healthy skin.
• Enhances Digestive Health: Raw food diets can improve digestion and nutrient absorption.
• Increases Energy Levels: The high protein content provides sustained energy for active dogs.
• Supports Strong Muscles: The protein-rich formula helps maintain lean muscle mass.
• Improves Overall Well-Being: Balanced nutrition contributes to a healthier, happier pet.

How to Use:

1. Thawing: If frozen, thaw the desired portion in the refrigerator or under cold running water.
2. Serving: Serve the food in your dog's bowl, ensuring it's at room temperature for better palatability.
3. Feeding Guidelines: Follow the recommended feeding guidelines based on your dog's weight and adjust according to their activity level.
4. Transitioning: If transitioning from another diet, do so gradually over a week to help your dog adjust.
5. Storage: Store any unused food in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or refreeze if necessary.

Conclusion:

With RAW TREAT PETFOOD - Chicken & Beef, you can feel confident that you’re providing your dog with a nutritious, delicious meal that aligns with their natural dietary needs. Treat your furry friend to the benefits of raw feeding today!

Introduction to Raw Feeding

Starting a raw diet for your dog can feel a bit overwhelming. New pet parents often ask, “Where do I start?” “What exactly do I feed?” and “How much should I give?” Many people aren’t given enough information or encouragement to get started—especially if they’ve been advised against raw feeding. This can be a barrier to helping their dog move away from kibble.

Here’s the good news: while there are a few simple guidelines in raw feeding, no one—whether pet food manufacturers, vets, or nutritionists—has all the answers. What you will find, as your dog’s health improves and they glow with vitality, is that it’s simpler than you think. Just as we don’t calculate nutrients for every meal we eat, we don’t need to for our dogs either.

Raw Feeding Guidelines

Here are the essentials to remember:

• Balance Over Time: Don’t worry about making every meal perfectly balanced. Aim for the following weekly mix
• 80% muscle meat, sinew, and fat
• 10% edible bone
• 5% liver
• 5% other organ meat
• Calcium and Phosphorus: Muscle meat provides phosphorus, while bones give calcium. By including 10% bone in their diet, you’ll naturally achieve the right balance for your dog.
• Organ Meat: Stick to 10% organ meat in total, with half of that (5%) being liver. Ideally, feed liver once a week or in smaller portions throughout the week, and go for organic or free-range liver when possible, as it filters out toxins.
• Safety First: Freeze pork or salmon for two weeks before feeding to reduce the risk of parasites.
• No Cooked Bones: Avoid cooked bones entirely, as they splinter easily and can cause serious harm. Raw bones, on the other hand, are safe and digestible for dogs due to their highly acidic stomachs. For safety, always supervise meal times.
• “Weird” but Wonderful Additions: Don’t be afraid to offer unique parts like chicken feet, trachea, or beef cartilage. They’re rich in chondroitin and glucosamine, which support healthy joints.
• Avoid Large Weight-Bearing Bones: Skip heavy bones like beef knuckles and vertebrae, as they’re too dense and can damage teeth.
• No Grains Needed: Grains aren’t natural for dogs, and they put extra strain on the liver. All products from Raw Direct are grain-free, for this reason.

How Much to Feed?

Most dogs do well with 2-3% of their ideal adult weight in food per day. For transitioning, start with 2% and divide their daily intake as follows:

• Over 6 months: 2 meals per day
• 4-6 months: 3 meals per day
• Under 4 months: 4 or more meals per day

After 2-3 weeks, once your dog’s system has adjusted and stools are firm, adult dogs (over 1 year) can gradually transition to a single meal per day for easier digestion on a raw diet. If your dog consistently leaves food, adjust the portion down slightly.

Once established on raw, you can adjust up to 2.5-3% of their adult weight based on your dog’s activity. Very active dogs might need a bit more, while laid-back dogs may need a little less. A quick check? Run your hands along their ribs—you should feel them without seeing them.

Raw Feeding for Puppies

Puppies need 2-3% of their expected adult weight, split into multiple meals based on age. From 4-6 months, they’ll need more food and extra edible bone to support their growing teeth and energy levels. It’s okay if they carry a bit of extra weight at this stage, as their bodies are working hard.

What to Feed

There’s often a worry that raw diets aren’t “complete and balanced.” This idea is based on the assumption that we know exactly what “complete” nutrition looks like for dogs, which we don’t. Balance doesn’t need to happen in every meal; it can develop over time, just like it does for us. As long as you’re feeding a variety of meats and organs, your dog’s nutritional needs will be met over the long term without needing precise calculations.

With these guidelines, you’re all set to give your dog the fresh, natural diet they deserve. Raw feeding can feel like a big step, but with time, it’ll become second nature—for both you and your dog!

At Raw Direct, we aim to get your orders out as quickly as possible while ensuring everything arrives in the right condition.

Processing Days

Orders are processed Sunday through Thursday. We do occasionally dispatch on Fridays and Saturdays, but this is not guaranteed.

Cut-Off Time

Orders placed before 11 AM on processing days are typically dispatched the same day. Orders placed after this time will be processed on the next available processing day.

End of Week Orders

Orders placed after 11 AM on Thursday will be processed from Sunday onwards. This helps avoid parcels sitting in the network over the weekend and ensures your order arrives in the best condition.

Delivery Timeframe

Once dispatched, delivery is typically within 24 to 48 hours. While most orders arrive the next day, this is not a guaranteed next day service.

Shipping Cost

Free UK delivery on all orders, with no minimum spend.

Additional Notes

During busy periods or when stock is freshly produced and not fully frozen, there may be slight delays to ensure your order is packed and delivered correctly.

For full details, please refer to the rest of our shipping policy.

Tracking Your Order:

• Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email with tracking information.
• You can track your order directly through our website or the courier’s website using the provided tracking number.

International Shipping:

• At this time, we only ship within mainland United Kingdom excluding the Highlands.

Delivery Issues:

• If you experience any issues with your delivery, such as delays, damaged goods, or missing items, please contact our customer service team within 24 hours of receiving your order. We will work swiftly to resolve any problems.

Postcode exclusion:We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused, but delivery is currently unavailable to the postcodes listed below.

1. AB
2. DD
3. IV
4. KW
5. PA
6. PH

Contact Us:

• If you have any questions or need further assistance regarding our shipping policy, please reach out to our customer service team at +44 03301 330308.

We strive to ensure that your shopping experience with Raw Direct is smooth and satisfactory from start to finish. Thank you for choosing us!

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