Food Recommendations By Catagory
This is a list with various sources and different levels of quality. The Herbal Dog is for the beginner to advanced feeder. Be kind. In the future, we will be elaborating on each food brand.
Raw / Gently Cooked Referrals
Raw and Gently cooked Food Recommendations
Here is my list of raw and gently cooked dog food companies that I’ve used myself or with my clients. This list is growing and will be updated regularly.
Key Features of Approved Dog Foods
Human-Grade Ingredients: No by-products, fillers, or poor-quality meats.
Limited Processing: Preference for raw, freeze-dried, or minimally cooked options to preserve nutrients.
No Additives: Free from preservatives, artificial flavors, or colors.
High Protein Content: Prioritizes meat as the first ingredient.
Commercially Available Brands
Allprovide: Offers gently cooked, human-grade meals. Dr. Morgan has collaborated with Allprovide to create specific diets.
Steve's Real Food: Provides raw and freeze-dried pet food options.
SmallBatch: Offers raw and freeze-dried complete recipes for dogs.
Green Juju: Provides freeze-dried complete raw diets.
OC Raw Dog: Offers raw, minimally processed diets using whole muscle and organ meats combined with fresh produce for a balanced diet.
Solutions Pet Products: Focuses on fermented raw pet foods designed to support immune health and overall vitality through natural, nutrient-dense options.
Goodness Gracious Pet Food: Crafts human-grade meals and treats for dogs and cats, using fresh, human-edible ingredients. Products are handmade in small batches for quality and safety.
We Feed Raw: Specializes in pre-made raw dog food meal kits featuring high-quality, human-grade proteins. Designed for balanced, species-appropriate nutrition.
Raw K9: Provides raw diets made from premium meats and organs, aiming to offer species-appropriate nutrition for optimal pet health and vitality.
Viva Raw: Offers a variety of raw pet food options with a focus on balanced and nutritious meals. Sourced with quality ingredients and minimally processed to preserve natural benefits.
Darwin's Natural Pet Products: Supplies raw, human-grade dog and cat food delivered directly to customers. Meals are formulated to meet the specific nutritional needs of pets.
BJ's Raw Pet Food: Provides raw food options made with natural, wholesome ingredients to deliver balanced nutrition and promote overall pet health.
Raw Fed K9: Specializes in high-quality, species-appropriate raw diets for dogs, designed to support health and well-being.
Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Here is a list of Freeze-dried Dog Foods. The list will be updated regularly.
Vital Essentials: Offers raw frozen and freeze-dried dog food made with fresh, whole ingredients, produced in small batches to ensure the highest quality and safety standards.
Green Juju: Provides whole food supplements for dogs, packed with fresh goodness to complement your dog's diet and provide essential nutrients. Green Juju is one of the best freeze-dried options on the market.
BIXBI: Offers a range of dog food products, including freeze-dried raw options, made with human-grade ingredients and free from artificial preservatives, flavors, and coloring.
Open Farm: Provides freeze-dried raw dog food with humanely raised meat and non-GMO fruits and vegetables, focusing on sustainability and transparency in their sourcing practices.
Northwest Naturals: Offers nutritious raw diet dog food and treats, including freeze-dried and frozen options, made with high-quality ingredients to support your pet's health.
The Simple Food Project: Provides freeze-dried raw dog food made with whole food ingredients, offering a convenient and nutritious option for pet owners seeking minimally processed diets.
Dr. Marty's Dog Food: Offers freeze-dried raw dog food formulated with a blend of meats, vegetables, and fruits to provide a balanced and nutritious diet for dogs.
Dr. Harvey's: Provides a range of natural and holistic pet food products, including base mixes for homemade diets, treats, and supplements, focusing on high-quality, human-grade ingredients.
The Honest Kitchen: Offers human-grade pet food, including dehydrated, dry, and wet options, made with whole food ingredients to provide a balanced and nutritious diet for dogs. I like this food for dog owners in transition between kibble and raw feeding. Make sure to rehydrate overnight in your refrigerator and feed with digestive enzymes.
Sojos provides freeze-dried raw dog food and treats made with high-quality ingredients. It offers a convenient and nutritious option for pet owners seeking minimally processed diets. I like this food for dog owners transitioning between kibble and raw feeding. Make sure to rehydrate overnight in your refrigerator and feed with digestive enzymes.
Kibble Choices - Only kibble at the top of the list
Here are some kibble choices for those feeding poor-quality brands. I’m not an advocate of kibble, but I feel there should be choices for you. Remember to mix in as much fresh food as you can. Every bit counts!
1. Open Farm
Overview: Open Farm offers ethically sourced, high-quality kibble made with human-grade ingredients. Their recipes include a variety of proteins and are free from artificial additives.
Notable Features:
Transparent sourcing with traceable ingredients.
Inclusion of wholesome grains and non-GMO fruits and vegetables.
Options for grain-free and grain-inclusive diets.
Website: Open Farm
2. Earthborn Holistic
Overview: Earthborn Holistic provides natural pet food formulas that focus on holistic nutrition. Their kibble recipes are crafted to support overall health and well-being.
Notable Features:
Inclusion of high-quality proteins / grain-free options available
Enriched with fruits and vegetables for antioxidant support.
Website: Earthborn Holistic
3. Instinct
Overview: Instinct offers kibble options that incorporate raw nutrition. Their Raw Boost line combines high-protein kibble with freeze-dried raw pieces.
Notable Features:
High animal protein content
Grain-free recipes
Inclusion of probiotics for digestive health.
Website: Instinct Pet Food
4. Zignature
Overview: Zignature specializes in limited-ingredient diets, making their kibble suitable for dogs with food sensitivities or allergies.
Notable Features:
Single animal protein sources to minimize potential allergens.
Grain-free formulas with low glycemic carbohydrates.
Website: Zignature
5. The Honest Kitchen
Overview: The Honest Kitchen offers human-grade kibble known as Whole Food Clusters.
Notable Features:
Made with human-grade ingredients in a human food facility.
Minimal processing to retain natural nutrients.
Grain-free and grain-inclusive options are available.
Website: The Honest Kitchen
6. Stella & Chewy's
Overview: Stella & Chewy's offers raw-coated kibble options
Notable Features:
High protein content with responsibly sourced meats.
Inclusion of organic fruits and vegetables.
Fortified with probiotics for digestive health.
Website: Stella & Chewy's
7. Nature's Logic
Overview: Nature's Logic provides kibble made entirely from whole foods, without synthetic vitamins or minerals. Their recipes are designed to supply complete nutrition naturally.
Notable Features:
Free from synthetic additives and artificial flavors.
Choose grain-free formulas
Website: Nature's Logic