The Ultimate Guide to Frozen Raw Dog Food: Benefits, Selection, and Transition Tips

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Big Country Raw dog food container and in a bowl with dry dog food.
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If you’re considering switching your dog to a frozen raw dog food diet, you’re probably wondering what all the fuss is about. Is frozen raw dog food really that much better than kibble or other types of commercial dog food? And if so, how do you go about choosing the best frozen raw food for your furry friend, and how do you make the transition as smooth as possible?

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about frozen raw dog food, including the benefits, how to choose the right brand, and tips for transitioning your dog to a frozen raw diet. By the end, you’ll have all the information you need to make an informed decision about whether frozen raw food is the right choice for your dog, and how to go about getting started if it is.

What is Frozen Raw Dog Food?

First things first: let’s define what we’re talking about when we say “frozen raw dog food.”

Raw dog food, in general, refers to a type of diet that consists of uncooked, unprocessed meat and other whole, natural ingredients. Raw dog food can be homemade or commercially prepared, and it is typically based on the idea that a diet based on fresh, whole ingredients more closely resembles the natural diet of a dog’s ancestors, which were wolves.

Frozen raw dog food, then, is simply raw dog food that has been frozen to preserve its freshness and nutrients. Frozen raw dog food can be purchased pre-made from a variety of commercial sources, or it can be homemade and then frozen until it is ready to be fed to your dog.

Benefits of Frozen Raw Dog Food

So, what are the benefits of feeding your dog a frozen raw diet? Here are just a few of the top reasons that many dog owners choose frozen raw food for their furry friends:

Convenience:

Frozen raw dog food is typically sold in pre-portioned packages, which makes it easy to thaw and serve at mealtime. No more spending hours preparing homemade raw food or measuring out individual ingredients – just grab a package from the freezer, thaw, and serve.

Long shelf life: Frozen raw dog food can last for months in the freezer, making it a convenient option for those who don’t have the time or energy to prepare fresh meals every day.

Nutritional benefits:

Many proponents of raw dog food argue that a diet based on fresh, whole ingredients is more nutritionally complete than kibble or other processed dog foods. By freezing raw food, you can help preserve the nutritional value of the ingredients, ensuring that your dog is getting the nutrients he needs to stay healthy.

Taste:

Let’s face it – dogs love meat, and many of them find frozen raw food to be especially tasty. If you’re having trouble getting your picky eater to chow down on his meals, a frozen raw diet may be just what he needs to get excited about eating again.

Affordability:

Depending on where you live and the brands you choose, frozen raw dog food can be more affordable than other types of raw food or premium kibble. With the convenience and long shelf life of frozen raw food, you may find that you save time and money in the long run.

How to Choose the Best Frozen Raw Dog Food

With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to choose the best frozen raw dog food for your dog. Here are a few key factors to consider when making your selection:

Canadian raw dog food brands

  1. Open Farm
  2. The Honest Kitchen
  3. Nature’s Variety
  4. Primal Pet Foods
  5. Steve’s Real Food
  6. Rad Cat Raw Diet
  7. Oma’s Pride
  8. Darwin’s Natural Pet Products
  9. Raw Bistro
  10. Wilder Harrier
  • Big Country Raw dog food container and in a bowl with dry dog food.
    Big Country Raw dog food with dry Acana dog food.
  • Big Country Raw dog food 2lb container.
    Big Country Raw 2 lb containing of dog food.

References:

  1. Raw Dog Food: Benefits and Dangers, by the American Kennel Club, URL: https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/raw-dog-food/
  2. Raw Feeding 101, by The Honest Kitchen, URL: https://www.thehonestkitchen.com/articles/raw-feeding-101/
  3. Frozen vs. Freeze-Dried: What’s the Difference?, by Primal Pet Foods, URL: https://www.primalpetfoods.com/blogs/the-primal-blog/frozen-vs-freeze-dried-whats-the-difference
  4. Raw Feeding Myths Busted, by Steve’s Real Food, URL: https://stevesrealfood.com/blogs/raw-pet-food-information/raw-feeding-myths-busted
  5. The Pros and Cons of Raw Diets for Dogs, by PetMD, URL: https://www.petmd.com/dog/nutrition/evr_dg_the_pros_and_cons_of_raw_diets_for_dogs
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I enjoy learning and sharing that knowledge. Sharing has been in many forms over the years, as a teaching assistant, university lecturer, Pilates instructor, math tutor and just sharing with friends and family. Throughout, summarizing what I have learnt in words has always been there and continues to through blog posts, articles, video and the ever growing forms of content out there!

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