Frozen Pet Food: How Raw Gold Keeps Nutrition Locked In

Hi, I am Nugget, resident taste tester and chief tail wagger at Raw Gold. Today, I’m sniffing out why frozen pet food works so well for dogs like me, and why my humans never let the freezer run low on our favourite Raw Gold meals. If you have ever wondered how frozen raw dog food stays fresh, safe and full of goodness, you are in the right place. Let's dig in together.

What is frozen raw pet food?

Frozen raw pet food for dogs is made from uncooked animal ingredients, often with small amounts of fruit and vegetables.It is prepared in a dedicated production facility, weighed into precise meal portions, then rapidly frozen to keep bacteria in check and preserve the natural nutrients.

Raw food recipes focus on animal protein first. They include meat, raw bone and organs, and sometimes a little plant matter. The aim is to offer a species-appropriate diet that is closer to what dogs are designed to eat, in a convenient, ready-made format.

Because the food is frozen, there is no need for artificial preservatives. At home, you keep it frozen, defrost it in the fridge using safe food handling practices, and feed it at room temperature.

Types of frozen raw pet food

You will usually see a few main types of frozen raw food in freezers and at specialist retailers:

●Complete minced meals
These are balanced recipes that contain meat, bone and other ingredients in set ratios. They are designed to be fed as the main diet, so you do not have to add extra vitamins or minerals. For dogs, this simplifies feeding, as you can weigh out the right amount each day and know it is a complete meal.

●Complementary meals
These are single ingredient or simple mixes, such as chicken chunks, hearts, necks, trimmings, Venison Green Tripe or Venison Muscle Meat. They are rich in specific nutrients and add variety, but they are not balanced on their own. They work best when used alongside complete meals or under guidance from a nutrition expert.

●Raw meaty bones
Raw bones, sized for different dogs, provide chewing, mental enrichment and natural minerals from bone and cartilage. They must be raw, never cooked, and always fed under supervision.

Benefits of frozen raw pet food

Raw Gold’s frozen raw pet food gives dogs real, recognisable ingredients in a format that is easy to portion and store. Instead of relying on processed components, you can see the meat, bone and other elements in each meal and match portions to your dog’s needs.

●More natural ingredients
Meals are made from visible meat, bone and supporting ingredients, not vague processed blends, so you know what goes into your dog’s bowl.

●Healthier digestion and stools
A species-appropriate raw diet can support digestion. Many dogs produce smaller, firmer stools and show less bloating when they digest animal protein and bone efficiently.

●Hydration support
Raw food contains naturally higher moisture than many dry foods, which helps support overall hydration alongside fresh drinking water.

●Skin and coat improvements
Quality animal fats and natural oils can support a shinier coat and calmer, less flaky skin over time. When trigger proteins are reduced, or a novel protein is used, some dogs with sensitive skin also improve, always in consultation with your raw-feeding-supportive vet.

●Better dental health
Chewing on appropriate raw meaty bones and raw chews can help keep teeth cleaner. The physical action of gnawing can reduce plaque buildup and support fresher breath.

●Steadier energy and weight control
Some dogs show more stable energy and fewer mid-day crashes on a diet that suits their digestive system. With correct portions and regular weighing, frozen raw meals can also support a healthy body condition and weight management.

How Raw Gold frozen meals work

Raw Gold fits into this picture as one example of a frozen raw dog food brand. The range is built around species-appropriate diet principles, using raw meat, raw bones and natural ingredients in recipes made for dogs.

Their complete minced meals are made from human-grade ingredients and include a vitamin and mineral premix, so the meals are formulated to be complete and balanced for everyday feeding. Free Range Chicken and Bushveld Harvest complete minced meals are two examples that combine meat, bone, vegetables and fruit in a ready-to-feed format. Meals come in 1 kg frozen portions, which makes planning and portion control easier. You can defrost what you need, keep the rest safely frozen, and use a feeding calculator to set daily amounts for puppies, adults and seniors.

Raw Gold also offers complementary meals, raw bones and raw treats. These give extra chewing and variety on top of complete minced meals. Product safety, storage and defrosting guidance is available in their FAQs, so pet parents can follow clear steps on handling frozen raw food at home.

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FAQs

Can I feed Raw Gold frozen raw pet food to puppies?

Yes. Raw Gold’s complete minced meals are formulated as complete, balanced diets, so they are suitable for growing pups as well as adult dogs.

What pack sizes are available for Raw Gold frozen pet food?

Main complete minced meals, such as Free-Range Chicken and Bushveld Harvest, come in 1kg frozen portions. Many complementary items are also 1kg; raw bones and treats are sold by piece count or various weights.

What is the difference between complete minced meals and complementary products?

Complete minced meals are a standalone, nutritionally balanced, species-appropriate diet. Complementary products, including raw bones, Venison Muscle Meat, Venison Green Tripe, and Wild-caught Sardines, are add-ons for variety, chewing and enrichment.

Where can I learn more before switching to frozen raw dog food?

Start with the Why Raw page, read the FAQs for storage and handling, then visit the Find a Stockist page to speak to a local retailer about making the switch.