Dehydrated & Freeze Dried Raw Pet Food

Posted on 9 May 2013
By Dr. Jill Tack
Posted in Cat food Brands, Dog Food Brands, What is dehydrated pet food?, What is freeze dried pet food?
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There are a lot of choices when it comes to natural pet food. We offer, raw, kibble, canned and freeze-dried and dehydrated options.

Why Freeze-Dried Or Dehydrated?

Freeze-drying and dehydrating maintain the nutritional properties of the food. These processes keep the foods rich in vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, antioxidants and amino acids that any living thing needs in order to remain strong, healthy and resilient to disease. The end product contains the raw foods’ natural color, flavor and aroma, which shows that it still contains life.

Dehydrated Pet Food Options

Dr Harveys

Dr. Harvey's follows the principles of a fresh, organic, holistic, natural and top quality nutrition – which means their products contain absolutely no added chemicals, no preservatives, and no synthetic additives or coloring agents. They believe that companion animals should be fed fresh whole foods and proteins, and that “health begins in the kitchen!”

Quite simply, their healthy products give companion animals the nutrition they need to achieve optimal health, avoid the ailments caused by processed “pet foods,” maintain a strong immune system, and increase their lifespan.

Grandma Lucy's Artisan & Performance

Grandma Lucy’s was one of the first to introduce 100% human-grade pet treats to the pet food market. This allowed customers to trust the high-quality products they were making and our customer's pets loved the treats amazing taste and variety.

It takes high quality ingredients to produce high quality pet food products which is why Grandma Lucy’s insists on personal contact with their local suppliers and growers. All incoming meats, fruits, vegetables, etc. are required to meet strict Grandma Lucy’s specifications.

Sojo's

Sojos raw food mixes are made from scratch with whole food. It's homemade dog food, made easy. They offer a variety of grain-free options in their full line of all-natural pet food. Unlike kibble, Sojos has no fillers, no preservatives, and no artificial colors or flavors. Just simple, real ingredients like you’d find in your own kitchen. They source only human-grade ingredients to make their natural pet food & treats. They use only USDA meat, and their food is manufactured under HACCP guidelines. They use no GMO's, no preservatives, and no artificial colors or flavors. Using only the finest quality ingredients is their commitment to you and your four-legged friends.

The Honest Kitchen

You want to feed your pet the healthiest food possible but convenience is also important.Their dehydrated dog and cat food is the perfect balance of both these needs! Like raw and home cooked diets, their recipes are made from real, whole food ingredients, offering a very fresh, minimally processed pet food option. They are healthy, nutritionally balanced meals that only require water to be added before serving. All their dog and cat foods are 100% human-grade and are held to exactly the same quality standards as the food you feed to your human family. They never buy GMO or genetically engineered produce. Several of their ingredients are certified organic and they are working to add more organic ingredients whenever they can.We require certification to verify that every lot of raw ingredients they buy has been tested clear of salmonella, E-coli, listeria, lead, arsenic, mercury, melamine, yeast and mold & pesticide residues, before it’s even allowed inside their plant.

Dehydrated Pet Food Process

Freeze Dried Pet Food Options

Primal

Primal Pet Foods feels it is imperative to offer an alternative source of nutrition to our pets as an alarming number of our beloved animals are being diagnosed with diet-related disease. Produced with only the highest quality raw ingredients, all Primal products offer pets a superior form of highly digestible amino acids, vitamins and minerals, the building blocks of every animal's biological function.

All of their raw foods and treats are produced using the freshest, human-grade, antibiotic-free and steroid-free meats, poultry and game, certified organic produce, certified organic minerals and unrefined vitamins. At Primal Pet Foods, they procure our meats, poultry and game from ranchers throughout the United States that take pride in producing wholesome sources of protein through natural, sustainable agriculture.

Real Meat

At Real Meat they know dogs and cats are crazy about meat! They also know you want to feed your pets the healthiest foods and treats available.

Their meat is sourced from only the finest farms, free ranging and humanely raised without growth hormones or antibiotics and their fish are from the deep clear oceans of the South Pacific. they pride themselves on the fact that every morsel is made without artificial preservatives or flavorings, gently prepared without grains or fillers so yo know your pet is getting the very best!

All Their products are packed in the USA with meats sourced from the USA, New Zealand and Australia.

Stella & Chewys

At Stella & Chewy’s, they are dedicated to the simple proposition that pets should be healthy and happy every day of their lives. Just as their love is unconditional, so should the care they receive and the quality of what they eat.

They also believe that dogs and cats deserve to thrive on pure, simple, minimally processed food – the way nature intended. That’s why their natural dinners aren’t cooked like most commercial pet foods. And why every patty is made with select organic produce and raw, USDA-inspected meat.

Their commitment to quality starts with ingredients. Every Stella & Chewy’s product is made with raw, naturally raised meat, poultry or fish, sourced from USDA-inspected facilities, without added hormones or antibiotics. Chewy’s Chicken Dinner, for example, contains raw, farm-raised chicken as well as organic cranberries, carrots, apples, spinach, broccoli, beets, squash and pumpkin seed. Just like all of our products, it’s made without grain, fillers, artificial preservatives or colorings. They didn’t even add sugar or salt! And every single ingredient they use is sourced from reputable suppliers.

Vital Essentials

Like prey in the wild, Vital Essentials raw meat diet provides the essential, natural nutrition necessary for peak performance, maintaining top body condition and building a foundation for a proactive health program. Carnivorous pets like dogs and cats thrive on our nutritionally balanced raw diet entrees.

Veterinarians have been suggesting a raw diet like Vital Essentials for years. In addition to promoting the pet's overall health, Vital Essentials raw diet also supports and maintains a healthy digestive system, strong bones, shiny coats, healthy skin, clean teeth, and weight control. Imagine replacing costly healthcare with a natural solution that makes your pet healthy and happy.

Made from the freshest, high quality, USDA meats, meaty bones and whole organ meats, you will never find grains, fillers, preservatives, coloring or rendered by-products in any of their products.

Freeze Dried Pet Food Process

We have many options to choose from. Stop by the store and we can schedule a nutrition consult with Jill to help you decide which one is best for your dog or cat, breed, age and health concerns. Or call us at 248-548-3448 if you have questions.