Better in the Raw for Dogs

Egg yolk, calcium lactate, grass fed beef liver powder, gelatin, rice bran, whey protein concentrate, beet root, psyllium husks, EFA from fish, barley grass powder, kelp, taurine, rose hip, parsley, Vitamin E succinate, Vitamin B complex.

*Further details as to why rice bran is added: Rice Bran is an insoluble fibre for intestinal health. Not considered a grain, but rather the coating of the grain, with little carbohydrate content. Sweeps the large intestine much like fur or feathers of a prey animal.

The ingredients we use are without exception of human grade quality. All raw materials are 100% natural, and no preservatives, colours, or other artificial additives are used.

Make a 3lb. batch of raw dog food

Ingredients

• 2lbs. (900g) raw meat of your choice
• 1 1/2 cups of water*
• 1/2 cup Better in the Raw for Dogs
• 1/2 lb (225g) vegetables, chopped and steamed (vegetables are optional)

Directions
Larger batches can be made and frozen for convenience.                          
(* Add more water if desired - especially when preparing the food using ground meat.)

1. Pour 1 1/2 cups of cold water into a bowl, add 1/2 cup Better in the Raw for Dogs powder, and whisk.
2. Thoroughly, but gently combine 2lbs. of meat and optional vegetables.  Mix well.
3. Divide into serving sizes based on the weight of your dog.
   Daily servings:
   1/4lb. or 1/2 cup - for a 10-12lb. dog
   1/2lb. or 1 cup - for a 20-25lb. dog
   1lb. or 2 cups - for a 40-50lb. dog
   2lbs. or 4 cups - for a 100lb. dog
4. Freeze the finished product for storage. Thaw as needed.
   Thaw frozen dog food by warming to room temperature in a warm water bath before serving. Remove un-eaten food within 30 minutes to be refrigerated. Avoid microwaving on a regular basis.

Tips
The dog food will keep fresh for 24 hours once thawed and refrigerated.

Choosing Meats

Since muscle meats are important ingredients in the raw diet, special care should be taken when selecting meat for your dog. Meats must be fresh and should be no greater than 15-20% fat content. Although most dogs appear to have a preference for beef, the following meats are equally well suited in the preparation of your dog's food:

Beef - lean pre-ground stewing meat, heart boneless steak or roast

Lamb - pre-ground boneless stewing meat shank, leg or butt

Poultry - pre-ground boneless, skinless breast fillet or thigh

Venison - pre-ground stewing meat neck, shank, or shoulder

Try your local butcher or meat processor when purchasing your dog's meats. Supermarkets often cannot supply in bulk quantities and its pre-packaged meats may make it more difficult to obtain the correct amount for the recipe. A butcher will be glad to weigh out your meat and grind the meat for you on the spot.

Meat ground with bone-in is not recommended.

The use of fish is not advised. as feeding raw fish can lead to a thiamine deficiency. (*According to Houpt, Hintz & Shepherd in 1978. Ref. The Domestic Dog, Cambridge University Press, 1995)

Based on "as fed" per pound of finished dog food including meat - Beef - 85% lean.