Instinct Fresh Dried Meal Blends Freeze-Dried Grass-Fed Beef & Orchard Blend Recipe for Dogs

Grass-Fed Beef & Orchard Fruit Freeze-Dried Raw Meal for Dogs

Product Description

Instinct FreshDried Meal Blends Grass-Fed Beef & Orchard Blend is a 100% raw, never-cooked freeze-dried dog food that delivers the benefits of fresh food in just 60 seconds. Made with responsibly sourced grass-fed beef raised without antibiotics or added hormones, and a bountiful blend of fiber-rich orchard fruits and leafy greens including blueberries, apples, carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash, every ingredient is chosen to support daily health and overall wellness. Proudly made in the USA with SafeRaw Technology — cold-pressured and third-party tested for safety — this shelf-stable meal is a cleaner, more convenient alternative to frozen raw food with no thawing, cooking, or refrigeration required.

Benefits

• 100% Raw, Never Cooked: High-quality whole-food ingredients are freeze-dried at peak freshness to lock in nutrients, flavor, and superior raw nutrition in every bite.
• Grass-Fed Beef First: Made with responsibly sourced grass-fed beef raised without antibiotics or added hormones, alongside nutrient-rich beef liver, beef kidney, and beef spleen.
• Orchard Blend Goodness: Packed with fiber-rich fruits and vegetables including blueberries, apples, carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash — real, visible ingredients in every bowl.
• SafeRaw Technology: Made in the USA and cold-pressured with SafeRaw Technology, third-party tested for safety, providing the benefits of raw without safety concerns.
• Clean Formula: Made without grain, corn, wheat, soy, legumes, artificial colors, or preservatives.

Ingredients

Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Spleen, Pumpkin Seeds, Freeze Dried Blueberries, Carrots, Apples, Sweet Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Montmorillonite Clay, Freeze Dried Apples, Freeze Dried Spinach, Ground Flaxseed, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Lactic Acid, Salmon Oil, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Salt, Tricalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Blueberries, Spinach, Rosemary Extract.

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How to Use

Daily Feeding Guidelines (Standard 8 oz dry measuring cup)

Directions For Use

• Rehydrate: Add the recommended amount of water or broth to the dry food, blend, stir, and serve in approximately 60 seconds.
• Serve Dry or Rehydrated: Can also be served dry like kibble straight from the bag without adding water or broth.
• Transitioning: Always introduce a new food over a period of 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts of the new food while decreasing the current food each day.
• Divide Feedings: Divide the daily amount by the number of feedings per day for best results.
• Fresh Water: Always provide access to clean, fresh water at all times.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep the bag sealed between feedings to maintain freshness.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Transition Slowly: Always introduce new food gradually over 5 to 7 days to avoid digestive upset, particularly for dogs new to raw or freeze-dried diets.
• Contains Salmon Oil: This recipe includes salmon oil; dogs with known fish sensitivities should be monitored when first introduced and a veterinarian consulted if needed.
• Handling: As with all raw food products, wash hands and bowls before and after serving to maintain proper food hygiene throughout.
• Storage: Keep the bag sealed between feedings and stored in a cool, dry place to preserve freshness and the quality of the freeze-dried raw ingredients.
• Feeding Amounts: Ideal feeding amounts vary by age, weight, and activity level — always use the feeding chart as a starting point and adjust portions based on your dog's individual needs.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Adjustment: Dogs transitioning from cooked or kibble-based diets to a raw or freeze-dried diet may experience mild digestive changes; gradual introduction over 5 to 7 days helps minimize discomfort.
• Rich Formula: The high fat content from grass-fed beef and organs may be too rich for dogs with sensitive stomachs or a pancreatitis history; consult your veterinarian before introducing it if your dog has digestive sensitivities.
• Overfeeding Risk: Always adjust feeding amounts based on your dog's individual weight, age, and activity level to avoid unintended weight gain over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What makes the Orchard Blend unique compared to other FreshDried Meal Blends?

Ans: The Orchard Blend features a bountiful combination of fiber-rich orchard fruits and vegetables, including freeze-dried blueberries, freeze-dried apples, freeze-dried spinach, carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash — real, visible ingredients chosen to deliver daily antioxidant and fiber-rich nourishment alongside grass-fed beef.

Q2: How do I prepare this freeze-dried dog food?

Ans: Add the recommended amount of water or broth based on your dog's body weight, blend, stir, and serve in approximately 60 seconds. It can also be served dry straight from the bag like kibble. For extra flavor and hydration, use warm bone broth instead of water when rehydrating.

Q3: What does SafeRaw Technology mean?

Ans: SafeRaw Technology is Instinct's cold-pressuring process that makes raw food safe by eliminating pathogenic bacteria without using heat or cooking. The product is also third-party tested for safety, meaning you get the nutritional benefits of raw with the added assurance of a safety-verified product.

Q4: Is this a complete and balanced meal on its own?

Ans: Yes, it is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance. It can serve as your dog's complete daily diet, with no additional supplementation needed, and it provides a full profile of vitamins and minerals to support overall wellness.

Q5: What type of beef is used in this recipe?

Ans: The recipe uses responsibly sourced grass-fed beef raised without antibiotics or added hormones, along with beef liver, kidney, and spleen for full organ nutrition. These organs add natural taurine, B vitamins, and essential amino acids to the overall nutritional profile.

Q6: Does it contain any grains, legumes, or artificial ingredients?

Ans: No, it is made without grain, corn, wheat, soy, legumes, artificial colors, or preservatives. Only natural, whole-food ingredients, including grass-fed beef, beef organs, and real freeze-dried orchard fruits and vegetables, are used alongside added vitamins and minerals.

Q7: Can I serve this food dry without rehydrating it?

Ans: Yes, it can be served dry directly from the bag like kibble, making it a very convenient option for busy pet owners. However, rehydrating with water or broth is recommended to add moisture to your dog's diet and deliver the full soft, fresh-food texture the recipe is designed for.

Q8: How should I transition my dog to this freeze-dried food?

Ans: Always introduce a new food gradually over 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts with your dog's current food while decreasing the old food each day. A slow transition is especially important when moving dogs from cooked or kibble-based diets to raw or freeze-dried formats for the first time.

Q9: Is this suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs?

Ans: The formula is made with natural, whole-food ingredients, without artificial additives or common allergens such as grains, corn, wheat, or soy. However, due to the high fat content from grass-fed beef and beef organs, dogs with a history of pancreatitis or digestive sensitivity should be transitioned very slowly, and a veterinarian should be consulted before feeding.

Q10: How should this product be stored after opening?

Ans: Keep the bag sealed tightly after each use and store it in a cool, dry place. No refrigeration is required before opening, making it a pantry-friendly alternative to frozen raw food. Proper resealing between feedings preserves the quality, flavor, and nutritional integrity of the freeze-dried raw ingredients.