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Cage-Free Chicken Freeze-Dried Raw Topper for Daily Nutritional Boost
Product Description
Instinct Raw Boost Mixers Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken Meal Topper provides a convenient method to enhance your dog's diet with the benefits of raw nutrition. This topper contains cage-free chicken, chicken liver, chicken heart, turkey liver, and turkey heart, all freeze-dried to preserve optimal freshness and nutrients, antioxidants, and natural flavor. Combined with carefully selected non-GMO fruits and vegetables, this grain-free meal topper is formulated to support digestive health, skin and coat condition, and overall vitality.
Benefits
- 100% Freeze-Dried Raw: Ingredients are never cooked, preserving natural antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals that support overall health and vitality.
- Cage-Free Chicken & Organs: Made with responsibly sourced cage-free chicken plus chicken liver, chicken heart, turkey liver, and turkey heart for dense, bioavailable protein in every bite.
- Supports Key Health Areas: Whole-food ingredients, including kelp, chicory root, and apple cider vinegar, actively support healthy digestion, vibrant skin, a glossy coat, and sustained energy.
- Picky Eater Approved: Intensely flavored freeze-dried bites make an irresistible meal enhancer or healthy training treat, perfect for even the most selective dogs.
- Clean & Convenient: Made in the USA without grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial preservatives, or colors; no refrigeration required before opening.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Chicken (including Ground Chicken Bone), Chicken Liver, Pumpkin Seeds, Chicken Heart, Carrots, Apples, Butternut Squash, Turkey Liver, Turkey Heart, Ground Flaxseed, Dried Kelp, Broccoli, Apple Cider Vinegar, Salmon Oil, Blueberries, Dried Chicory Root
Inactive Ingredients: Lactic Acid, Montmorillonite Clay, Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Rosemary Extract
Guaranteed Analysis
|
Nutrient |
Guaranteed Analysis |
|
Crude Protein (min) |
36.0% |
|
Crude Fat (min) |
31.0% |
|
Crude Fiber (max) |
15.0% |
|
Moisture (max) |
6.0% |
Caloric Content: 4,599 kcal/kg | 258 kcal/cup
How to Use
Recommended Feeding Guidelines
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Dog Weight |
Daily Amount |
Approx. Calories |
|
Up to 20 lbs |
¼ cup |
61 calories |
|
21–40 lbs |
½ cup |
122 calories |
|
41–60 lbs |
¾ cup |
183 calories |
|
Over 60 lbs |
¾+ cup |
183+ calories |
Directions for Use
- Top Any Meal: Sprinkle directly onto kibble, wet food, or raw meals as a flavorful daily boost of raw nutrition.
- Use as a Treat: These freeze-dried bites can also be served as a standalone healthy treat or used as training rewards.
- Transition Gradually: Introduce over 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts with your dog's current food to allow for easy digestive adjustment.
- Reduce Base Food Calories: Always reduce the calorie amount of your dog's regular food to account for the added topper and prevent overfeeding.
- Store Properly: Keep the bag sealed and stored in a cool, dry place; once opened, use within 30 days for maximum freshness.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Supplemental Use Only: This topper is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only and must be served alongside a complete and balanced diet.
- Not a Complete Meal: Do not replace your dog's regular complete and balanced food entirely with this topper; it is designed to complement an existing diet.
- Adjust for Caloric Intake: Always account for the additional calories this topper contributes and reduce your dog's main meal portion accordingly to maintain a healthy weight.
- Consult Your Vet: Dogs with known chicken allergies, sensitivities, or specific health conditions should only use this product under veterinary guidance.
- Handle with Hygiene: As with all raw pet food products, wash hands, bowls, and surfaces thoroughly before and after each serving.
Possible Side Effects
- Digestive Adjustment: Some dogs may experience mild loose stools or stomach upset during the first few days of introducing a raw topper into their regular diet.
- Increased Thirst: Dogs new to freeze-dried raw foods may show a temporary change in water intake as they adjust to the higher protein density.
- Food Sensitivity Reaction: Dogs sensitive to chicken or poultry-based ingredients may experience skin irritation, itching, or digestive discomfort; discontinue use and consult a veterinarian if symptoms arise.
- Temporary Stool Changes: Stools may become firmer or smaller in volume as raw nutrition is introduced, which is a common and typically normal adjustment.
- Appetite Increase: Some dogs may show noticeably increased enthusiasm at mealtime once a raw topper is introduced, which may require closer monitoring of overall daily caloric intake.
Shipping & Returns
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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What type of chicken is used in this freeze-dried topper?
Ans: The topper is made with cage-free chicken, including ground chicken bone, plus chicken liver and chicken heart. Turkey liver and turkey heart are also included, providing a rich, multi-organ blend of clean, responsibly sourced poultry protein.
Q2: Can this topper be mixed with any type of dog food?
Ans: Yes, it is designed to complement any type of dog food — kibble, wet food, freeze-dried, or raw meals — making it a flexible nutritional addition suitable for dogs on a wide variety of daily feeding routines.
Q3: Is this a complete and balanced meal for dogs?
Ans: No, this topper is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only. It must always be served alongside a complete and balanced diet and should not replace your dog's regular main meal.
Q4: How much of this topper should be added daily?
Ans: The recommended daily serving is ¼ cup for dogs up to 20 lbs, ½ cup for 21–40 lbs, ¾ cup for 41–60 lbs, and ¾+ cup for dogs over 60 lbs, using a standard 8 oz dry measuring cup. Always reduce the base meal calories accordingly.
Q5: Is this product suitable for all life stages?
Ans: Yes, the Cage-Free Chicken recipe is appropriate for dogs of all life stages, including puppies and adults. It should always be fed alongside a complete and balanced diet formulated for your dog's specific life stage.
Q6: Does this topper require refrigeration?
Ans: No refrigeration is needed before opening. The bag is shelf-stable and should be stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, it remains fresh for up to 30 days as long as the bag is properly resealed between feedings.
Q7: Is this recipe free from grains and artificial ingredients?
Ans: Yes, the recipe contains no grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial preservatives, or artificial colors, making it a clean, whole-food option suitable for dogs with common dietary sensitivities or grain-free feeding preferences.
Q8: Can this topper be used as a training treat?
Ans: Yes, the freeze-dried bites work well as individual training rewards. Each piece contains fewer than 2 calories, making them practical for frequent use during training sessions without significantly increasing your dog's total daily caloric intake.
Q9: How soon can improvements be expected after adding raw nutrition?
Ans: Pet parents who incorporate raw nutrition commonly report noticeable improvements in digestion, coat condition, energy levels, and overall vitality within a few weeks, though individual results will vary based on the dog's current diet and health status.
Q10: How long does an opened bag stay fresh?
Ans: Once opened, the topper stays fresh for up to 30 days when the bag is properly resealed and stored in a cool, dry place. Unopened bags have a shelf life of 2 years, not to exceed the printed expiration date on the packaging.