We use the dog food base and the treats. Obsessed with both!
Whole Grain Original Base Mix
Whole Grain Original Base Mix
Balanced everyday nutrition with wholesome grains.. A classic whole grain base mix crafted from a balanced blend of wholesome grains and real ingredients. Pair with fresh protein and water to create complete, homemade meals prepared in your own kitchen.
Quantity
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Preparation
Preparation
One Batch
Combine:
2¼ cups Whole Grain Original Base Mix
8 cups water or broth
1.5 pounds fresh protein
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Yields approximately 10 cups per batch. Recipe may be doubled for larger batches.
Feeding Guidelines
Feeding Guidelines
Daily amounts are based on prepared, cooked volume.
Toy (up to 12 lbs)
½ cup per day
Small (13–25 lbs)
¾–1 cup per day
Medium (26–50 lbs)
1–2 cups per day
Large (51–75 lbs)
2–3 cups per day
Giant (76–100 lbs)
3–4 cups per day
Divide the daily amount into two servings. Food must be fully hydrated before serving. Adjust portions based on age, activity level, and metabolism. Refrigerate leftovers and discard if not used within 3 days.
Ingredients
Ingredients
All ingredients are carefully selected for balance, digestibility, and quality.
Base Mix
Barley, Brown Rice, Split Peas, Carrots, Sweet Potatoes, Bell Peppers, Celery, Parsley
Nutrient Supplement
Calcium Carbonate, Coconut Meal, Potassium Chloride, Brewers Dried Yeast, Salt, Choline Chloride, Seaweed Derived Calcium, Natural Beef Flavor, Magnesium Oxide, Mineral Oil, Ferrous Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Iron Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Biotin Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Dried Papaya, Dried Pineapple Stem, Dried Aspergillus Oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma Longbrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Pumpkin Powder, Calcium Iodate, D Calcium Pantothenic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Supplement, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement
Nutritional Analysis
Nutritional Analysis
Base Mix
Calorie Content (calculated)
ME: 2,999 kcal/kg
300 kcal per dry cup
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) 10.2%
Crude Fat (min) 2.3%
Crude Fiber (max) 2.1%
Moisture (max) 13.7%
Carbohydrates (calculated) 69.9%
Nutrient Supplement
Calorie Content (calculated)
ME: 100 kcal/kg
1 kcal per teaspoon
2 teaspoons = 15 grams
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Fiber (max) 5%
Moisture (max) 8%
Ash (max) 65%
Calcium (min) 12%
Calcium per teaspoon: 500 mg
Fresh Food Principals
Fresh Food Principals
Thoughtfully selected, whole ingredients you can recognize and trust.
Free from artificial preservatives, fillers, corn, wheat, and soy.
Designed to give you full control over the quality and quantity of protein added.
Prepared intentionally in your own kitchen with a complete nutrient supplement for balanced nutrition when made as directed.
- Balanced Design
- Kitchen Prepared
- Whole Ingredients
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 699 reviews.
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