PORTION GUIDE
Dogs require about 2-3% of their adult body weight. Each dog has a different metabolism and as such has their own diet requirements. The simplest way to start raw is to begin with 3% of their body weight and observe your dog’s weight, adjust the amount as needed. Puppies requirements are determined by the age of your puppy. Please see both adult and puppy feed guides below to help determine daily portion requirements.
Feeding your pet a raw diet offers many health benefits, but it’s important to follow essential guidelines to keep your pet healthy and safe. Raw feeding is based on the biologically appropriate diet for dogs and cats, closely mimicking what their wild ancestors ate: a natural balance of muscle meat, raw edible bones, and organs. The ideal ratio is 80% muscle meat, 10% bone, and 10% organ (with half of that being liver). For optimal nutrition, include a minimum of three different protein sources in their diet, and ensure at least 50% is red meat, which is packed with key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. Avoid feeding cooked bones, as they can splinter and cause serious injury. Practice strict hygiene—always wash hands, surfaces, and food bowls thoroughly after handling raw meat. Also, remember that once raw food is fully thawed, it should only be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days to prevent bacterial growth and spoilage. Introduce new proteins slowly, observe how your pet responds, and consult a raw-savvy veterinarian or pet nutritionist to make sure the diet meets your pet’s specific needs.
Is tripe right for your pet?
If you are currently feeding tripe and your pet has lost their appetite for raw or they are displaying signs of allergies please see the information below.
While tripe is often praised for its nutrient content, it’s important to understand that it also carries a high bacterial load and is may not be well tolerated by all cats and dogs. For some pets, feeding tripe can disrupt the delicate balance of the gut microbiome, leading to inflammation in the digestive tract. This imbalance may show up as symptoms like chewing on paws, itchy ears, recurring yeast infections, or even a sudden loss of appetite—where pets begin to refuse the raw meals they once loved, simply because eating now causes discomfort. At Real Raw Reasonable, they've seen how frustrating this can be for pet parents, which is why they’ve developed an effective gut protocol specifically designed to rebuild the microbiome, reduce inflammation, and get your pet back to thriving on their raw diet. Our approach helps restore balance and comfort, so your pet can enjoy mealtime again—with a happy gut and a healthy appetite.
A FEW BENEFITS OF FEEDING RAW
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Smaller Lower Odor Poop - a raw diet reduces the volume, frequency, and odor of your dog’s stool. The stool is small and firm and is a lightish brown to white in color.
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Healthier Skin & Coat - many dogs experience dry skin/coat while on a dry kibble based diet due to lack of hydration. A raw diet has a naturally high moisture content; with this increased internal hydration your dog is able to flush out toxins in their body more effectively, preserve bladder and kidney health, and helps promote healthy digestion. All these improvements in system functions will lead to a shiny coat, less shedding, and hydrate skin and coat.
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Dental Health - raw meat contains enzymes that are destroyed through cooking. These enzymes help prevent plaque and tartar build up. Though this does not eliminate the need for other dental care it helps contribute to prevent bacteria build up in your dog's mouth.