Is raw pet food safe for households with children or immunocompromised individuals?Updated 2 months ago

Raw pet food, like raw meat handled in any kitchen, carries a small but real risk of bacterial contamination. For most healthy households, standard safe handling practices are enough to manage that risk. For households with young children or immunocompromised individuals, we recommend taking a few extra precautions:

• Wash hands thoroughly after handling food and feeding bowls
• Clean and sanitize food prep surfaces, bowls, and utensils after each use
• Store raw pet food separately from human food in the freezer and fridge
• Skip the post-meal pet kisses until your pet's mouth has cleared
• Discard uneaten portions promptly

If someone in your household has a compromised immune system, we'd encourage a conversation with both your physician and your veterinarian to determine what protocols make the most sense.

We also offer Lightly Cooked and Perfectly Cooked options, as well as HPP-processed freeze-dried products, for households that want additional peace of mind.