how to transition dog food

They might not seem like it when they’re snuggled up comfortably on the couch, but dogs are carnivores. That means they’re biologically built to be healthiest when fed a raw food diet.

Ready to make the switch to raw nutrition to keep your dog in their prime?

It’s simple, but when you change your dog’s diet, it’s important to go slow. Plan to take about a week to 10 days to slowly transition dog food and avoid upsetting your pet’s stomach.

Introduce New Food Slowly

  • Days 1-3

    • 1/4 Primal

    3/4 Current Food

  • Days 4-6

    • 1/2 Primal

    1/2 Current Food

  • Days 7-9

    • 3/4 Primal

    1/4 Current Food

  • Days 10+

    • 100% Primal

Transition Tips

Kibble in the Raw and Freeze-Dried Scoopable Pronto are great options for pet families new to raw food. Both come in convenient scoop-and-serve recipes that make mixing and feeding easy.

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If your dog experiences any digestive upset, add Raw Goat Milk to each meal. The turmeric, ginger, and probiotics will help soothe your pet’s digestive tract.

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If your dog is disinterested in starting a new diet, try adding our Bone Broth as a highly palatable appetite stimulant to make the transition easier.

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Shop transitional products

  • Kibble in the Raw

    Kibble in the Raw reimagines “kibble” the Primal way so that you can feed your dog the way nature intended.

  • Raw Goat Milk

    Primal Raw Goat Milk is packed with vitamins, minerals and electrolytes that help dogs and cats live in their prime.

  • Bone Broth

    A hydrating, wholesome addition to any diet—plus beneficial nutrients to support joint health, digestion, and liver health.

Not ready to go all in?

If you’re not quite ready to fully switch your dog to a raw food diet, that’s ok! Even an occasional raw meal, adding a topper or hydrator to kibble, or treating your dog to an antler or chew can provide the nourishment they need to live in their prime.

  • Raw Feeding Calculator

    Find the right raw portions for your dog’s age, size, and activity level.

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  • FAQS

    Get answers to all of your questions about starting your dog’s raw diet.

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