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Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food

PORK RECIPE

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Steve’s Real Food freeze-dried raw cat food in pork is the perfect choice for cats with sensitive stomachs, food intolerances, or felines who just love the taste of pork. With no added hormones, antibiotics, or artificial preservatives, Quest Pork is a healthy, natural food that your cat will love. Our pork raw cat food recipe is made with free-range pork, organ and bone, and superfoods to deliver a well-balanced and complete meal that your cat will love. It is formulated to exceed the nutritional levels established by AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages.

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Categories Cooling Protein, Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food, High-Omega's, Low-Ash, Low-Calcium, Low-Fat, Low-Iodine, Low-Phosphorous, Low-Sodium, Pork, Raw Cat Food Tag Quest Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food - Pork Recipe

100% Whole Food Ingredients with a Purpose

Steve’s Real Food believes every ingredient in your cat’s food should serve a purpose to promote optimal health. We craft our carefully curated raw pet food recipes using high-quality, whole-food ingredients to give your furry friend the essential nutrients they need for a vibrant and healthy life.

INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENT SOURCING

Our pork hails from a five-generation family farm in Twin Falls, Idaho. The pigs are fed a biologically appropriate diet and roam freely to promote their well-being. The natural farm is USDA-verified and prides itself on its sustainability efforts. The produce is sourced from the Pacific Northwest, and our goat milk comes from a family farm in Gaston, Oregon. Steve’s Real Food is committed to working with family farms that share our belief in sustainable farming free from added hormones, antibiotics, and pesticides. Learn more about our ingredients.

Quick Facts
Calories
Vitamins
Minerals

Quick Facts

Calories

(ME Calculated) 4670 kcal/kg 212 kcal/cup

Vitamins

Vitamins: Quest Freeze Dried Pork -Diet
Vitamin A	12458 IU/kg
Vitamin D	2896 IU/kg
Vitamin E	87 IU/kg
Thiamine (B1)	13.6 mg/kg
Riboflavin (B2)	5.7 mg/kg
Niacin (B3)	208 mg/kg
Pyridoxine (B6)	3.91 mg/kg
Folic Acid	2.72 mg/kg
Vitamin B12	0.2 mg/kg
Choline	3725 mg/kg
Pantothenic Acid	56.9 mg/kg
Biotin	1.2 mg/kg

*Nutritional information is provided on an AS-FED basis that reflects an average of our most recent nutrient tests, and is not a guaranteed maximum or minimum.

Minerals

Minerals: Freeze Dried Pork - Quest Recipe
Ash	6.7%
Calcium	1.7%
Phosphorus	1.4%
Potassium	0.9%
Sodium	0.4%
Magnesium	0.1%
Iron	119 mg/kg
Copper	15.9 mg/kg
Manganese	4.1 mg/kg
Zinc	82.7 mg/kg
Iodine	2.4 mg/kg
Selenium	1 mg/kg

*Nutritional information is provided on an AS-FED basis that reflects an average of our most recent nutrient tests, and is not a guaranteed maximum or minimum.

How to Feed Our Freeze-Dried Raw Food for Dogs and Cats

If you are transitioning to raw, we suggest transitioning over a 1-2 week period. Check out our transitioning guide here for more information and tips for switching over your pets.

Portion

Start with a clean, airtight container and portion your pet’s daily feeding amount into it. If you are transitioning to raw, we suggest doing it over 1-2 weeks. Check out our transitioning guide here for more information and tips for switching your pets to a raw diet.

Rehydrate

Add ¾ cup of WARM water per every 1 cup of food. Stir to ensure even hydration. Let the liquid absorb into the food for a minimum of 10 minutes.

Serve

Once fully rehydrated, serve it to your pet on a clean dish. Thoroughly wash your hands and sanitize all areas that come into contact with the raw food to promote a safe feeding environment.

How Much to Feed

Each four-legged friend will metabolize food differently based on their activity level, breed, age, etc. Use our feeding calculator as a starting point for your pet, and adjust the feeding amount as necessary to help your pet achieve an ideal body weight.

Safe Handling Raw Pet Food

Treat raw pet food with the same care as handling raw meat for your consumption. Always wash your hands, pet bowls, and any surfaces that come into contact with the raw food.

Freeze-Dried Quest Pork FAQ

Why choose freeze-dried raw cat food?

Freeze-dried raw cat food offers the best of both worlds, combining the nutritional benefits of frozen raw diets with the convenience of kibble. It retains the vital nutrients and flavors of raw meat while eliminating the need for refrigeration, making it a convenient and nutritious option that appeals to cats’ natural instincts and promotes overall well-being.

How many scoops of nuggets come in the 10 oz bags of freeze-dried raw cat food?

Each 10 oz bag of Freeze-Dried Quest raw cat food contains about 5 cups of nuggets. It will rehydrate to make about 2 lbs of food.

Do you have to rehydrate Quest freeze-dried raw cat food?

Yes. You should always rehydrate freeze-dried food before feeding it to your dog or cat as a meal. While a few nuggets fed dry as treats are fine, moisture is necessary for proper digestion. If you don’t rehydrate the meal before your pet eats it, it will absorb the water in their gut, which could dehydrate your dog or cat. Feeding dry in large amounts can lead to discomfort, constipation, or, in severe cases, intestinal blockage.

What should I use to rehydrate the freeze-dried raw cat food?

Hot water is easy and works well, but other great options to enhance the meal are low-sodium bone broth, raw goat milk, or kefir. Note: If you are rehydrating with a cold or thick liquid, such as kefir, the rehydration will take much longer.

How long is freeze-dried raw cat food good for?

The food has an unopened shelf life which is typically 18 months. After opening, keep the package sealed and stored in a cool dark area (like a cupboard).

What about parasites in pork meat?

The parasite that causes the most concern in pork is a roundworm called Trichinella spiralis, which can cause the disease state trichinosis. It used to be common in the United States, but that was long ago. Fortunately, infections are now quite rare in domestic pork in the US. Legislation changed many years ago, prohibiting feeding raw meat garbage to hogs. Sadly, people used to feed pigs pretty much anything they wanted to get rid of. Today, Trichinella is almost exclusively associated with eating undercooked wild game meat, specifically carnivores and omnivores, like wild boar.

Even though the risk is already very low, we take several steps to ensure our pork diets are clean and safe, starting with sourcing from high-quality family farms that raise free-range pigs fed a species-appropriate diet. Our manufacturing process includes high-pressure processing. This cold-water pressure method effectively eliminates pathogens such as harmful bacteria and parasites. Finally, we freeze the pork to temperatures well below what the CDC recommends for killing trichinella and other parasites.

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Additional information

Additional information

Diet Type	Freeze Dried Raw Cat Food, PMR Diet
Energetics	Cooling
Protein	Pork
Dietary	High-Omega's, Low-Ash, Low-Iodine, Low-Phosphorous, Low-Sodium

Consider our freeze-dried Pork raw recipe for the following reasons:

Hypoallergenic Properties: Pork is considered a novel protein source, making it a suitable option for cats with food sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken or beef.

Low in Sodium: Pork is naturally low in sodium, which is a request we often get from pet parents.

High Palatability: Many cats enjoy the taste of pork, making it a convenient and enticing protein source for picky cats.

Variety in Diet: Incorporating pork into a cat’s diet provides dietary variety, helping prevent dietary monotony and reducing the risk of developing food sensitivities.

Smaller Convenient Cat-sized Nuggets

The small nuggets are easy to scoop and thaw quickly.

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