Steve's Real Food Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food (20 oz)

• 80/15/5, the way nature intended. 80% meat, organs and bone, 15% non-GMO, pesticide-free produce and 5% natural superfoods.
• A complete meal. Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages.
• Superfoods in every scoop. Raw goat's milk, New Zealand green-lipped mussel, salmon oil, flaxseed and kelp (see what each one does below).
• Safety tested. Steve's says every batch is tested for salmonella and other bacteria before it ships.
• Easy nuggets. Tater-tot-sized pieces that scoop easily and rehydrate quickly.
• Great value. One 20 oz bag makes about 5 lb of food once rehydrated.
• Nothing you don't want. No grains, corn or soy, no artificial colours or preservatives, and meat raised without added hormones or antibiotics.

• Beef: grass-fed beef, a favourite with picky eaters and a good energy source for active dogs.
• Chicken: free-range chicken, a complete protein with a mid-range fat level.
• Turducken: turkey, duck and chicken in one, for variety and a triple dose of omega-3s.
• Pork: a less common protein, handy for dogs sensitive to chicken or beef, and naturally low in sodium.
• Turkey: a lean protein, rich in B vitamins, and good for dogs watching their weight.

• Organs and ground bone: liver is a natural multivitamin (vitamin A, iron, copper), kidney is packed with minerals, and ground bone gives natural calcium and phosphorus for strong bones and teeth.
• Raw goat's milk: naturally rich in probiotics and enzymes for gut health. It's low in lactose, so it's gentler than cow's milk. It comes from a small family farm in Gaston, Oregon.
• New Zealand green-lipped mussel: a natural source of joint-supporting nutrients.
• Salmon oil and flaxseed: omega-3 and omega-6 fats for skin, coat and joints.
• Kelp: sun-dried and sustainably harvested from Canada's Bay of Fundy, with iodine and 60+ vitamins and minerals.

Exact ingredients vary slightly by flavour and batch, so check the pack for the full list.

Raw food is made from minimally processed, uncooked ingredients, close to what dogs have eaten for thousands of years. Steve's points out two problems with most kibble:

• High heat. Most kibble is made at over 150°C (300°F), which breaks down nutrients, enzymes and antioxidants.
• Fillers. Grains and starches are often used to bulk it up, yet dogs have no nutritional need for grains.

Steve's keeps the food raw and freeze-dries it, so the nutrients stay in and the bag still keeps in the cupboard.

• Beef is from family ranchers in the US Northwest, where the cattle graze freely on pasture.
• Chicken is free-range, from a family-owned farm in the Northwest.
• Turkey is from a family farm in California, raised free-roaming on a non-GMO diet.
• Duck is White Pekin duck from Maple Leaf Farms in Indiana, raised cage-free.
• Pork is from a USDA-verified, certified sustainable family farm in Idaho.
• Produce comes from the Pacific Northwest, and the raw goat's milk from a family farm in Gaston, Oregon.

• Scoop your dog's portion into a clean bowl.
• Add ¾ cup of warm water for every 1 cup of nuggets, stir, and wait 5–10 minutes until it's soft, like porridge. Low-sodium bone broth or goat's milk work too.
• Always rehydrate when feeding it as a meal. A few dry nuggets as treats are fine.
• New to raw? Switch over gradually. Days 1–3: 25% Steve's and 75% current food. Days 4–6: half and half. Days 7–9: 75% Steve's. Day 10 on: 100% Steve's. Seniors and sensitive tummies may take longer.
• Fussy eater? Start with a protein they already like, and serve it slightly warm to bring out the smell.
• Handle it like raw meat: wash your hands, bowls and surfaces after serving.
• Keep the bag sealed, away from sunlight and humidity.

• Beef: 31 Jan 2028
• Chicken: 13 Jun 2027
• Turducken: 21 May 2027
• Pork: 25 Nov 2027 (sold out)
• Turkey: 5 Dec 2027 (sold out)

In 1998, researcher Steve Brown created what Steve's calls the first commercially available raw pet food diet in the US, kick-starting the raw feeding movement there. It began with friends' dogs, whose owners were amazed by the difference.

Nicole Lindsley joined in 2010 and bought the company in 2014. That makes Steve's one of the few woman-led, privately owned pet food companies in the US. It's based in Utah, with over 20 years of raw feeding experience.

It's also a Certified B Corp. The independent nonprofit B Lab has assessed how it treats its employees, customers and community, how it's run, and its impact on the environment.

Its motto is "good for your pet and the ground they walk on":

• The kitchen runs on hydroelectric power.
• Bags are recyclable and made with post-consumer recycled plastic, and larger sizes ship in recyclable cardboard.
• Through 4ocean, it removes 20,000 lb of plastic from the ocean each year as it works towards plastic neutrality.
• It supports local animal rescues and is building a home for its nonprofit, Beyond the Bark.

• 20 oz (1.25 lb) bag that makes about 5 lb of food
• Complete and balanced for all life stages (AAFCO)
• Shelf-stable, so no freezer needed
• Made in the USA