Raw Feeding Basics & Getting Started
Our New Bushveld Complete Meal Raw Dog Food!
Hi, I’m Nugget, chief taste tester and head of wagging tails at Raw Gold. Today I’m sniffing out our Bushveld Harvest Complete Minced Meal. Let’s dig in.
Bushveld Harvest, built for real adventure
If your dog loves a proper adventure, this one is for you. Bushveld Harvest is a complete minced meal inspired by the Southern African bushveld. It is crafted from wild-caught venison and free-range beef, balanced with fresh vegetables and fruit, and finished with our nutritionist-formulated vitamin and mineral premix. It is made for sustained energy, lean muscle, and everyday vitality.
The Problem, the Solution, and how Raw Gold helps
Before we get into worries and what-ifs, let’s set the scene. Bushveld Harvest stands for clear ingredients, human grade quality, and balanced nutrition guided by our premix. We keep raw feeding simple and safe, with plain language, sensible portions, and helpful resources so you can feed with confidence.
The problem many pet-parents face
You want to feed real food, but you also want confidence. You need clear ingredients, balanced nutrition, safe handling, and guidance on how much to feed. You may also worry about bacteria, bones, or whether a new protein will suit a sensitive or picky eater.
A quick note before we go on
We do not sell directly to the public. For pricing and to buy, please use our stockist map.
The solution, naturally: a complete, balanced raw meal
Bushveld Harvest Complete Minced Meal is a beef and venison blend formulated by a leading animal nutritionist. It delivers powerful nutrition for endurance and strength, using 80% meat with bone, 15% fresh seasonal vegetables, and 5% fresh seasonal fruit. It includes our vitamin and mineral premix for complete balance. Pack size: 1 kg.
What this means for your dog
After a good play, dogs need high quality animal protein and natural minerals. Venison is naturally lean and iron rich. Free-range beef adds nutrient density and flavour. Together with ground raw bone, the meal provides species-appropriate calcium and phosphorus.
How Raw Gold helps
1) Thoughtful ingredients, clearly stated
Wild-caught venison and free-range beef, balanced with vegetables, fruit, and an Act 36-compliant premix for full coverage of essential vitamins and minerals.
2) Built for performance and recovery
The recipe supports endurance and muscle preservation, with branched chain amino acids noted on the product page. It is ideal for active and working dogs that need steady energy.
3) Human-grade quality, frozen for freshness
Our products are made from human-grade ingredients and flash-frozen to preserve nutrients, with practical guidance on safe storage and handling in our FAQs.
4) Simple feeding guidance
Use our Feeding Calculator for personalised portions and visit the FAQs and blog for safe transition tips.
5) Options for sensitive or picky dogs
Venison is a novel protein that may help when you want to limit common triggers while keeping meals exciting for fussy eaters.
What’s in Bushveld Harvest
- Name: Bushveld Harvest Complete Minced Meal
- Protein source: Beef and venison
- Composition: 80% meat and bones, 20% fruit and veg, 0% grain and gluten
- Pack size: 1 kg
- Key benefits: Wild-caught venison for lean, iron-rich protein, free-range beef for nutrient density and flavour, supports endurance and muscle recovery
- Where to get it: Find a stockist near you
Ready to take the bushveld home?
We would love you to see Bushveld Harvest up close. Start with our Feeding Calculator to get the right portion for your dog, then find a stockist near you to check availability in your area. If you are new to raw feeding, our Why Raw page explains the species-appropriate approach in simple terms, and our FAQs and Transitioning blog post walk you through safe handling, storage, and gradual changeover. We are here to help you feed with confidence, with human-grade ingredients and clear guidance from bowl to wag.
Proudly South African, crafted with love for happier, healthier dogs.
FAQs
What exactly is Bushveld Harvest?
It is a complete, balanced minced meal made with wild-caught venison and free-range beef, fresh vegetables and fruit, plus a nutritionist-formulated vitamin and mineral premix. Composition is 80% meat and bones and 20% fruit and veg. Pack size 1 kg.
Are there bones in the complete minced meals?
Yes, the meal includes raw bone finely minced for natural calcium and phosphorus as part of the complete formulation.
I am worried about bacteria. How do I handle and store the food safely?
Our products are flash-frozen to preserve nutrients. Store frozen, defrost safely, and follow the practical steps in our FAQs for handling, storage and fridge times.
How much should I feed my dog?
Use our Feeding Calculator for a personalised guideline based on your dog’s details. It is the easiest way to set the right starting point.
Is venison a good option for sensitive or picky eaters?
Venison is a novel protein and can help when you want variety or to manage common dietary triggers, while keeping meals tasty for fussy dogs.
Where can I buy Bushveld Harvest and what are the prices?
We do not sell directly. Please use our Find a Stockist map to view local retailers and enquire about pricing and availability.