FAQ

Yes. They are a fantastic source of a wide variety of nutrients. the chances of salmonella bacteria being inside an intact egg is about 0.005%, so it is very low risk. Raw eggs are packed full of amino acids, the building blocks for all cells and they are an excellent source of protein

Yes. It’s great to start your puppy off on raw straight away. The puppy range is minced into smaller bits for smaller mouths and it includes Verm-X, which provides a natural and effective control of intestinal hygiene.

No. We don’t recommend it at all. Processed food moves through your dog’s digestive system more slowly than raw food. A raw fed dog’s stomach acidity is much higher than a dog fed on processed food and this allows for the efficient digestion of the meant and bones in raw food. But, if you mix kibble or other processed food in to their diet, it will lower their stomach acidity and slow down digestion. This allows for the possibility of bacteria being able to flourish. Purely raw fed dogs are not prone to any higher risk of bacteria since their stomachs are more acidic making bacteria less likely.

Yes. Benyfit Natural make the food with high quality ingredients right here in Britain and the goodness is captured by the freezing process. Once your dog’s food is thawed it will be full of colour and bursting with flavour – just take a look at your dog’s face if you don’t believe us.

Benyfit Natural choose high quality, ethically sourced, natural ingredients. There are no artificial additives, colouring, preservatives or unneccessary bulking agents. they simply ass herbs to enahce the food naturally

Once thawed, it will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.

6kgs will take up about 1 basket full in a fridge-freezer give or take. We usually transfer 1 or 2 packs at a time to the fridge and allow them to defrost. Each pack takes about 12 hours to defrost, or less if you defrost it at room temperature and then pop it back in the fridge.

Raw bones, yes. They are a fantastic source of protein, calcium, phosphorous and good fats. They also provide naturally chondroitin for joint health and are rich in omega 3, selenium and vitamin B3. Add to this, they play an important role in helping to keep your dog’s teeth clean and in maintaining good gut health.

Like most things, there can be a wide range of costs but we think Benyfit Natural food offers great value for money and for many dogs, a Benyfit Natural diet can cost £1-£2 per day. The price of the range reflects the high quality, ethically sourced, British products they use. You could also save money by switching to a raw food diet for your dog as they may need fewer visits to the vet (especially if you’ve got an allergic dog like Dexter).

Yes. Benyfit Natural have special recipes for dogs with sensitive tummies (containing less offal). And they also have recipes for dogs who can’t eat vegetables (like Dexter), senior dogs and puppies.

Raw feeding is actually quite simple and the lovely people at Benyfit Natural have spent time developing specific recipes that cater for all our dogs’ needs. Plus it comes in a handy resealable plastic tub. Simply thaw, serve and watch your dog enjoy dinner time like never before.

Feeding your dog a complete raw food diet can have many benefits including;

• Cleaner teeth & healthier gums
• Better smelling breath
• Smaller stools
• Healthier skin & shinier coat
• Better digestive health
• Fewer allergic symptoms & less scratching
• Easier weight management

We believe that raw dog food aims to replicate what they would eat in the wild – what nature intended. Dogs are naturally omnivores, meaning they should eat both plants and animal meats. Plus they can derive up to one third of their nutritional needs from raw bones (never feed your dog cooked bones). This will include calcium, complex fats, magnesium and vitamins. Bones also help to keep a dog’s teeth clean and gums healthy, which has been shown to lead to a longer life. If they were left to their own devices, dogs would rabbits, birds and other animals and they would consume the whole animal including muscle, organ meat, bone and intestines. They would also raid nests & eat eggs, including the shells and, as they are natural grazers, they would feed on grass, greens, fallen apples, root vegetables and more.

The cooking process breaks down may of the amino acids found in raw meat destroying up to 70% of the goodness. Plus, many commercial pet foods contain a large proportion of grains, cereals and soya which are used as fillers. We believe dogs are simply not designed to eat like this.

We’ve chosen to work with Benyfit Natural because they share our values. They use the highest quality ingredients, which they source from Britain. Plus their manufacturing process creates a chinkier mince which your dog will have to chew and which will help clean their teeth due to the bone content (their puppy range uses finer blades for a smoother mince for small mouths). On top of all of that, when you buy your dog’s raw food from us, you’ll know that our dogs (who we love enormously) have tested each recipe and that we know the team who actually make the food (which is made in relatively small batches, which we love). And, you can call us free anytime with questions about feeding your dog raw food. 0800 644 4662 or email woof@dogsabouttown.co.uk