We are excited to now include in our offerings: RawTernative^®, created by the makers of Grandma Mae’s Country Naturals. RawTernative‘s goal is to provide raw pet food that is accessible and budget-friendly.

Feeding raw is anything but convenient, and freeze-dried raw foods require either time to defrost or the addition of water. RawTernative‘s gentle air-dried process gives pet parents the ability to provide their pets with nutrient-dense, pathogen-free raw food – no defrosting or rehydrating required.

You can feed your pets RawTernative straight out of the bag!

And, it is the perfect solution for pet parents to keep their pets on a raw diet, even while with a pet sitter!

Produced under New Zealand’s strict ethical farming standards, pet parents can have peace of mind that:

• all animal products are sourced from small family farms
• only pasture-raised, free-grazing, grass-fed beef and lamb are sourced
• only cage-free chickens are sourced
• the ingredients in every bag of RawTernative can be traced back to its source

RawTernative air-dried raw dog food is designed to be convenient and a 100% complete and balanced diet.

Meat provides many nutrients and health benefits, but it is not enough to satisfy the requirements for a 100% complete and balanced diet. And so, in order to meet all of your dog’s nutritional needs, RawTernative includes supplemental vitamins and minerals by adding:

• Sustainably-harvested Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels, which are only found in New Zealand, are natural sources of glucosamine and chondroitin – supporting your dog’s long-term joint health – and are amazing sources heart-healthy Omega 3 fatty acids as well as ocean-rich vitamins and minerals
• Flaxseed is an excellent source of fiber and protein – supporting your dog’s digestive and immune system – and is packed with heart-healthy Omega 3s and 6s – keeping your dog’s coat shiny and luxurious.
• Human food-grade vegetable glycerin helps RawTernative products retain moisture – better simulating the texture of real meat – and is not metabolized as sugar – regulating your dog’s blood sugar levels

RawTernative can completely replace your dog’s current diet or can be used as a meal topper for your dog’s current diet – the choice is yours!

There are 3 RawTernative flavors to try: Lamb & Lamb Organs Recipe, Beef & Beef Organs Recipe, and Chicken and Liver Recipe. Available in 5oz., 1lb., and 3lb. bags. Find all three at the Village Mutt!

Did you know that RawTernative is carbon neutral? RawTernative offsets 100% of their carbon emissions for shipping from New Zealand by donating to coastal wetland protection programs. Coastal wetland plants include seagrasses, mangroves, and tidal marshes, and are vital in the fight against climate change: coastal wetlands can sequester carbon up to 35x faster than tropical rainforests! Certainly, supporting these programs is critical for the survival and regrowth of these important blue carbon ecosystems.

Want to learn more about RawTernative? Check out their website by clicking here!