INDIES STAND OUT from the competition by not only being a source for raw dog and cat foods, but also by having the expertise to help pet parents feel confident switching to such a diet. Consider these 15 products to meet customers wherever they are on their raw journey.
Peak Original Air-Dried Recipes
ZIWI
Made with ethically, sustainably sourced ingredients from New Zealand in small batches and hand-packed. Balanced formulas are 96% meat, organs, bone and green-lipped mussel. No GMO or growth-promoting ingredients or antibiotics. Six recipes for dogs, five for cats.
ziwipets.com, (877) 464-9494
$29.58-$193.58
Freeze Dried Recipes for Cats
NORTHWEST NATURALS
True carnivore-diet formula with only muscle meat, organ meat and raw ground bone. Sourced in the U.S., free of hormones and antibiotics. Frequent-buyer program: “Buy 12, Get One” free. In Chicken, Duck, Rabbit, Turkey, Whitefish, and Beef & Trout. 11 ounces.
nw-naturals.net, (503) 517-9800
$24.99-$28.99
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Savage Cat Food Tubs
SAVAGE PET
Frozen raw cat food sourced and made in the U.S. with only meat, bone and organs, mixed with egg yolk and supplements. No fruits, vegetables or fillers added. The pure grind means no chunks. In Duck, Chicken, and Rabbit + Lamb. 12 and 24 ounces.
savagecatfood.com, contact distributor
$9/$26
Artisan Freeze-Dried Recipes
GRANDMA LUCY’S
Human-grade, grain-free and made with high-quality whole ingredients. Gentle brazing, freeze-drying process makes food lightweight for easy storage, stocking. Monthly Astro updates. In Chicken, Pork, Lamb and Venison for dogs; 1, 3 and 10 pounds. Chicken & Fish for cats; 1 pound.
grandmalucys.com, sales@grandmalucys.com
$10.49-$85.99
Woof & Meow Wild Range
THE NEW ZEALAND NATURAL FOOD COMPANY
Complete, balanced raw food. Contains over 90% meat and organs for dogs and more than 97% for cats. No wheat, corn, soy, meals, grain, gluten, artificial preservatives or coloring. In Wild Goat, Wild Venison and Wild Brushtail. 1.76, 9.9 and 35 ounces.
nznaturalpetfood.com, info@nznaturalpetfood.com
$9.99-$99.99
Hi-Bio
EVANGER’S PET FOOD
New packaging of minimally processed, air-dried raw diet alternative for dogs and cats that helps to preserve the nutritional elements and enzymes of the raw food. Fortified with Alltech vitamins and minerals and free of pea, gluten and grain. In Beef and Chicken. 3.2 and 9.9 pounds.
evangersdogfood.com, (847) 537- 0102
$29.99/$84.99
Gold Fern Air Dried Cat Food
CATIT
Complete, balanced and crafted in small batches in New Zealand. Slowly air-dried for high meat inclusion and nutrient preservation. Each recipe includes green-lipped mussel, a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, plus chondroitin, glucosamine and antioxidants. In Chicken, Beef, and Lamb & Mackerel. 14 ounces.
usa.catit.com, (800) 724-2436
$24.99
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Air Dried Dog Food
REDBARN
Every bag starts with 6 pounds of meat prior to the oven-roasted cooking process, to create a crunchy texture. Complete and balanced recipe is 85% fish, beef or chicken with a blend of sunflower oil, Miscanthus grass, coconut flower, flaxseed, vitamins and minerals. 2-pound bag.
-redbarn.com, (800) 775-3849
$37.99
Freeze-Dried Raw Bites
HEALTHYBUD
Human-grade, non-GMO freeze-dried bites for dogs provide raw food benefits with kibble convenience, using only purposeful, powerful ingredients. Contains 85% meat and organs, plus 15% fruits, vegetables and super foods. Made in the U.S. with two-year shelf-life. In Turkey and Beef. 14 ounces.
healthybud.co, (833) 687-2837
$35/$36
Freeze-Dried Raw Pronto
PRIMAL PET FOODS
New ready-to-serve, freeze-dried raw recipes for dogs. Crafted with responsibly sourced proteins and USDA Organic-certified produce for complete and balanced, whole-food nutrition with no synthetic supplements. In Beef, Chicken, Lamb and Pork recipes for adults and Chicken for puppies. In 7, 16 and 25 ounces.
primalpetfoods.com, contact distributor
$19.98-$59.98
Purebites Freeze Dried Food
PURE TREATS INC.
100% natural, limited-ingredient food can be fed as a complete and balanced meal or as a topper for an added raw protein boost. High in protein and low in calories with no fillers, sweeteners or artificial colors. 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee. In Chicken, Beef and Lamb recipes for dogs and in Chicken, Salmon and Turkey recipes for cats.
purebites.com, (888) 388-7873
$7.99-$24.99
Freeze Dried Raw
BOSS CAT
Packed with 500 million probiotics per cup to support digestion, with chicken, turkey or pork as the first ingredient. Complete and balanced meal free of grain, soy, corn and gluten. Also can be used as a meal topper. 9 ounces.
bossdogbrand.com, info@bossdogbrand.com
$35.74
Raw Longevity
INSTINCT
Crafted by pet nutrition scientists and sold exclusively at neighborhood pet stores. Every recipe supports heart, immune, gut, skin and coat health. Guaranteed nutrition with customized recipes for puppy, kitten, adult and adult 7-plus. In a variety of proteins, in bites and patties, and in frozen and freeze-dried formulas.
instinctpetfood.com, (888) 519-7387
Starting at $14.99
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White Fish Recipe
STEVE’S REAL FOOD
New formula for cats and dogs, made with sustainably sourced ingredients and fortified with raw goat milk. Retails who complete Raw.U online training qualify for ongoing rewards, including employee feeding. In 20-ounce freeze-dried, 5- and 9.75-pound frozen nuggets and 13.5- and 20-pound frozen patties.
stevesrealfood.com, (888) 526-1900
$39-$144
2:1 K.E.T.O. Cube
BONES & CO.
Formulated with a dog’s metabolism in mind. A 2:1 fat-protein ratio promotes deeper state of ketosis, shifting metabolism away from carbs and toward healthy fat. Responsibly sourced protein without antibiotics or added hormones. In Barkin’ Beef and Kickin’ Chicken recipes. 18-pound box with 8-ounce patties.
thebonesandco.com, (512) 761-8729
$149.99-$167.99