4.8oz package makes 6lbs finished food

Ingredients:

Egg yolk, calcium lactate, grass fed beef liver powder, gelatin, rice bran, whey protein concentrate, beet root, psyllium husks, EFA from fish, barley grass powder, kelp, taurine, rose hip, parsley, Vitamin B complex.

*Further details as to why rice bran is added: Rice Bran is an insoluble fibre for intestinal health. Not considered a grain, but rather the coating of the grain, with little carbohydrate content. Sweeps the large intestine much like fur or feathers of a prey animal.

The ingredients we use are without exception of human grade quality. All raw materials are 100% natural, and no preservatives, colours, or other artificial additives are used.

Based on "as fed" per pound of finished dog food including meat - Beef - 85% lean.

Energy/Kcal 733

Protein 63.7g or 14%

Carbohydrates 6.0g or 1.3%

Fat 49.0g or 10.8%

Ash 4.71g or 1%

Calcium 695mg

Phosphorous 645mg

Magnesium 85mg

Sodium 250mg

Potassium 1023mg

Fibre 1.33%

Moisture 70%

Additional Information:

Know Better for Dogs is designed to provide your dog with essential nutrients and protein for health and longevity. It makes balancing a raw or cooked meat diet at home, easy and convenient. Prescribed most often by Holistic Veterinarians. This healthy diet is ideal for all life stages and is made with 100% human grade ingredients. No grains of any kind are used. Just add raw or cooked meat and water.

Kindly note, our suppliers of our out sourced ingredients continue to face the same supply chain issues that we've seen in the pet food industry. Due to these inflated costs, we must pass on these price increases that we have received from our suppliers.

We understand the challenges that price increases pose on you and your family. We sincerely appreciate your support and continued business. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

** Please note that you can use our Premixes with ANY type of meat. The Beef Recipe Premix has beef liver powder included.

Trial size 4.8oz - makes 6lbs. of finished food

All products are made fresh weekly and the shelf life is 10 months for dog food (if stored in a cool, dry place). The shelf life can be extended to 1 1/2 years if the product is stored in the fridge or freezer.

*Holistic Veterinarian Approved

Preperation:

Make a 3lb. batch of dog food

Ingredients

2lbs. (900g) meat of your choice

1 1/2 cups of water*

1/2 cup Know Better for Dogs

1/2 lb. (225g) vegetables, chopped and steamed (vegetables are optional)

Directions

Larger batches can be made and frozen for convenience.

(* Add more water if desired - especially when preparing the food using ground meat.)

Raw Meat Recipe

* Pour 1 1/2 cups of cold water into a bowl, add Know Better for Dogs premix, and whisk.

* Thoroughly, but gently combine 2lbs. of meat and optional vegetables. Mix well.

Cooked Meat Recipe

* Add 1 1/2 cups of water to 2lb. ground meat.

* Cook 5-7 minutes on medium heat until brown.

* Cool to room temperature.

* Add 1/2 cup Know Better premix to cooled meat and stir.

* Divide into serving sizes based on the weight of your dog.

Daily servings:

1/4lb. or 1/2 cup - for a 10-12lb. dog

1/2lb. or 1 cup - for a 20-25lb. dog

1lb. or 2 cups - for a 40-50lb. dog

2lbs. or 4 cups - for a 100lb. dog

Freeze the finished product for storage. Thaw as needed.

Thaw frozen dog food by warming to room temperature in a warm water bath before serving. Remove un-eaten food within 30 minutes to be refrigerated. Avoid microwaving on a regular basis.

Tips

The dog food will keep fresh for 24 hours once thawed and refrigerated.

Choosing Meats

Since muscle meats are important ingredients in the raw diet, special care should be taken when selecting meat for your dog. Meats must be fresh and should be no greater than 15-20% fat content. Although most dogs appear to have a preference for beef, the following meats are equally well suited in the preparation of your dog's food:

Beef - lean pre-ground stewing meat, heart boneless steak or roast

Lamb - pre-ground boneless stewing meat shank, leg or butt

Poultry - pre-ground boneless, skinless breast fillet or thigh

Venison - pre-ground stewing meat neck, shank, or shoulder

Or use more exotic meats such as buffalo, caribou, elk, moose, duck or rabbit.

Try your local butcher or meat processor when purchasing your dog's meats. Supermarkets often cannot supply in bulk quantities and its pre-packaged meats may make it more difficult to obtain the correct amount for the recipe. A butcher will be glad to weigh out your meat and grind the meat for you on the spot.

Meat ground with bone-in is not recommended.

The use of fish is not advised. as feeding raw fish can lead to a thiamine deficiency. (*According to Houpt, Hintz & Shepherd in 1978. Ref. The Domestic Dog, Cambridge University Press, 1995)

Vegetables

Although Know Better for Dogs contains all of the essential vitamins and minerals, the addition of optional vegetables, lightly steamed, in a dog's diet is an excellent source of carbohydrates - particularly for larger or highly active dogs. According to veterinary sources, dogs do not require carbohydrates, unless a female is lactating.

Vegetables to add: Squash, pumpkin, cucumber, zucchini, carrots, parsnips, beets, yams, sweet potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts.

Vegetables to avoid: Beans (raw), peas, spinach, beet greens, kale (everyday), chard, onions, garlic, leek, green tomato, potato, bell peppers.

The use of garlic and other members of the Lily family such as onions, garlic, shallots, and chives in dog food is not advised. Ingestion of these plants in a raw, cooked, or dried form can lead to damage of the red blood cells, which are rejected by the body from the bloodstream, and a continued use of garlic or onions can eventually result in hemolytic anemia. If the anemia is not controlled by discontinuing the use of the plants, it can potentially lead to death. Dogs should never be given raw, un-aged garlic because it is very irritating to the mouth, esophagus, and stomach and can cause or exacerbate ulcers." The nightshade family of plants such as tomatoes, potatoes, and bell peppers contain a bitter poisonous alkaloid called "Solanine". Solanine is toxic to humans as well, but it requires a much more concentrated amount, like that found in green potatoes and potato sprouts, to induce sickness. Raw green beans should not be fed as they contain a toxic alkaloid similar to arsenic. Cooking green beans will destroy these toxins.