Life Stages And Pet Needs
Do you make a puppy-specific food?
We do not make any puppy-specific foods at this time. Our frozen raw sliders and patties, freeze-dried sliders and frozen Lightly Cooked sliders are formulated to be complete and balanced for All Life Stages which includes the growth of puppies under
Do you make kitten-specific foods?
We do not make any kitten-specific foods but all of our frozen raw sliders and freeze-dried Mealbite recipes are formulated to be complete and balanced for All Life Stages including kittens.
Are your foods formulated to support Large Breed Puppies?
At this time, our foods are not formulated to meet the specific needs of growing large breed puppies and are currently complete and balanced for All Life Stages including puppies expected to mature under 70lb adult weight. If you are unsure of your p
Do you make any kidney-friendly diets?
We do not make any foods specifically designed for pets with kidney concerns but it is possible to find a good fit within our products. We'd recommend consulting with a vet or nutritionist familiar with your pet's needs to ensure a good fit.
Which protein is best for allergies?
Allergies can be so specific from pet to pet but generally speaking, the more novel proteins like Duck, Rabbit and Pork tend to work well for pets with protein sensitivities.
Are the freeze-dried Small Bites formulated for puppies?
No, the freeze-dried Small Bites are formulated for Adult dogs according to AAFCO's Adult Maintenance nutrient profile and are not considered complete and balanced for puppies.
Can I feed the cat food to my dog?
Temporarily; or in pinch, this is totally fine and safe! The cat foods contain less fiber and produce than the dog diets so an added fiber supplement may be needed until you can grab the correct bag. For long term, regular feeding though we do advise
Can I feed the dog food to my cat?
Temporarily; or in pinch, this is totally fine and safe! The dog foods contain more produce than the cat diets so but are otherwise safe to feed to cats. For long term, regular feeding though we do advise feeding the correct species diet.
Is the shelf stable bone broth suitable for cats?
Due to the inclusion of organic lemon in our shelf stable bone broths, they are not recommended for cats. We advise using our frozen broths for cats which can be purchased through a local retailer.
Can I feed Smallbatch to my senior dog or cat?
Yes! Our complete & balanced recipes are formulated for all life stages, which includes senior pets. Raw and lightly cooked diets can be a great fit for older animals, particularly because of the high moisture content (supportive of kidney function),
Can I feed raw to my immunocompromised pet?
Immunocompromised pets — those undergoing chemotherapy, managing autoimmune conditions, or recovering from illness — may have a reduced ability to handle even low levels of bacterial exposure that a healthy pet would clear without issue. That doesn't
Can I feed raw to a pregnant or nursing pet?
Raw feeding can be appropriate for pregnant and nursing pets, but nutritional demands increase significantly during these life stages — particularly for calories, calcium, phosphorus, and DHA. A complete & balanced diet formulated for all life stages