Whole Animal Carcass Diets
The canine and feline's natural diet is whole prey animals and occasionally fruits and grasses. A whole prey carcass is low in carbohydrate and fat and high in animal protein, bulk, and roughage - not plant fiber, but less digestible parts, such as bone, cartilage, scales, fur, feather, skin, tendon, and teeth.
Muscle meat makes up the greatest portion of a whole animal carcass. Carnivores have evolved to also eat all of a prey animal's organs and glands. These foods have variable content of protein, fats, vitamins and minerals, collectively they provide a remarkable range of nutrients. These nutritious foods serve numerous functions in your pet's body, including muscle growth, tissue repair, enzymes, blood, immune functions, hormones, and energy.
Dogs and cats do not have an essential requirement for carbohydrates found in vegetables, fruits or grains. They are able to maintain energy levels by making glucose in their body from protein and fats. Muscle meat, fat, and liver in a whole animal carcass provide your pet with a source of energy.
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Beef Diets differ from the Beef Dinners because they do not contain fruit or vegetable matter.
Beef patties contain the whole animal except the heads, hides, bladder and large intestine (manure), hooves, horns (if any). We do not use non-edible bones as these would not be consumed in nature due to their density. Organs make up approximately 8 to 10 % of the patties - this includes lungs, liver, heart, kidneys and the tongue. The omassum from beef is saved for our green tripe patties. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please ask for a brochure or visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
The Carnivora Whole Animal Beef diet is lower in protein than some of the other whole animal diets. Our pasture raised beef is lower in polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acids and saturated fats than feedlot beef making it healthier. As it is lean, it is good food for less active pets, but still very valuable food for any carnivore. It is a rich source of iron and therefore a good food for building blood. Beef is a popular rotational food for those animals that do not have an intolerance to it.
Chicken Diets differ from the Chicken Dinners because they do not contain fruit or vegetable matter.
Whole chicken patties contain the entire bird except the head, feet, feathers, stomach, crops, and intestines. All the bones are grindable so bone content in poultry is higher than patties made from larger animals (only a small percentage of bones in larger animals like goat, lamb, bison and beef are grindable). Organs make up approximately 8% of the patty - this includes lungs, liver, heart and kidneys. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.Chicken is one of the most popular raw diets, often based on price. Compared to other whole animal diets, it is not as nutritious. Chicken (Goose and Duck) store most of their fat in a layer under the skin and in the body cavity. Chicken tends to be higher in fat than many other whole animal species because the skin of the carcass is usually included. The fat contains higher amounts of omega 6 fatty acids. Chicken diets that are higher in fat are unsuitable for dogs that are not active or for those with inflammatory diseases or problem skin disorders. Compared to many other protein sources, chicken is low in zinc and iron.
Finely ground whole duck carcass. Whole duck patties contain the entire bird except the head, feet, feathers and intestines. All the bones are grindable so bone content in duck is higher than patties made from larger animals (only a small percentage of bones in larger animals like goat, lamb, bison and beef are grindable). Organs make up approximately 8% of the patty - this includes lungs, liver, heart and kidneys. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
Like other meats, duck is an excellent source of high quality protein containing a well-balanced array of amino acids. Duck also contains generous amounts of iron, phosphorus, zinc, copper, selenium, and lesser amounts of the minerals potassium, magnesium, vitamin E, A, C and folic acid. Duck is rich in faty acids. It is an excellent food for performance or highly active dogs or as a novel protein source for allergic pets. For pets that require a lower fat diet, duck can still be fed, although less often or in smaller portions per meal is recommended.Goat patties contain the whole animal except the heads, hides, bladder and large intestine (manure), hooves, horns (if any). We do not use non-edible bones as these would not be consumed in nature due to their density. Organs make up approximately 8 to 10 % of the patties - this includes lungs, liver, heart, kidneys and the tongue. The omassum from beef is saved for our green tripe patties. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please ask for a brochure or visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
Goat is the most widely consumed red meat in the world while comprising 63% of all red meat consumed in the world. It also leaves a very small environmental foot print. Some estimate as efficient one tenth that of beef. It is lower in calories, total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol than traditional meats. Less saturated fat and less cholesterol mean healthier red meat for the health-conscious pet owner. Additionally, goat meat has higher levels of iron when compared to a similar serving size of beef, pork, lamb, and chicken. Comparatively, goat meat also contains higher potassium content with lower sodium levels. Goat meat closely resembles that of beef and lamb regarding essential amino acid composition.Because to the small amount of goat consumed in Canada, it ensures that production is limited to small scale farms where they are pasture raised and grass fed with no application of hormones or antibiotics.
Lamb patties contain the whole animal except the heads, hides, bladder and large intestine (manure), hooves, horns (if any). We do not use non-edible bones as these would not be consumed in nature due to their density. Organs make up approximately 8 to 10 % of the patties - this includes lungs, liver, heart, kidneys and the tongue. The omassum from beef is saved for our green tripe patties. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please ask for a brochure or visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
The Carnivora Whole Animal Lamb diet has moderate to high in fat levels. It is an economical protein source for rotation in the dog’s diet. Lamb is rich in easily absorbed minerals and B vitamins–particularly B6 and B12. Lamb is nature’s best source of carnitine, an amino acid that the body uses to transfer fatty acids across the membranes of the mitochondria, where they can be used as a source of fuel to generate energy. It is an especially important nutrient for the heart. Lamb fat is stable and nutritious. It is a good source of palmitoleic acid, a 16-carbon monounsaturated fatty acid that has strong antimicrobial properties.Pork Diets differ from the Pork Dinners because they do not contain fruit or vegetable matter.
Pork patties contain the whole animal except the heads, hides, bladder and large intestine (manure) and feet. We do not use non-edible bones as these would not be consumed in nature due to their density. Organs make up approximately 8 to 10 % of the patties - this includes lungs, liver, heart and kidneys.
On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please ask for a brochure or visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
Commonly pork has been referred to as “the other white meat”! In fact, pork is actually considered a red meat. This is because all cloven-hoofed animals, like pigs, are classified as “red”. It is the most commonly consumed red meat worldwide, especially in eastern Asia. Being high in protein and rich in many vitamins and minerals, lean pork can be an excellent addition to a healthy diet for your pet. Pork contains varying amounts of fat depending on the level of trimming and various other factors. The fatty acid composition of pork is slightly different from the meat of ruminant animals, such as beef and lamb. It is low in conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and is slightly richer in unsaturated fats.
Finely ground whole rabbit carcass. Whole rabbit patties do not contain the head, feet, hide, large intestine (manure) or bladder. All the bones are grindable so bone content in rabbit is higher than patties made from larger animals (only a small percentage of bones in larger animals like goat, lamb, bison and beef are grindable). Organs make up approximately 8% of the patty - this includes lungs, liver, heart and kidneys. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.
Both dogs and cats enjoy the delicate flavor of the Carnivora Whole Animal Rabbit. It is one of Nature's great food animals. Rabbits produce whitish meat that is fine-grained, high in protein, and can be substituted for poultry. Rabbit is lower in fat and therefore valuable for weight reduction or suitable for less active pets. It is a good alternative protein source for the allergy sensitive, pets, those with heart disease or as part of variety in any dog or cat’s weekly menu.Fresh Water Steelhead is a member of the salmon family. This light-tasting fish is a very healthy choice and a great addition to feeding variety in your pet’s diet! It contains approximately six grams of omega-3 fatty acids per 8oz patty. Omega-3 fatty acids help protect against disease and arthritis. It’s true! Our Steelhead are farmed but they are raised in clear, cool lakes fed by the pristine waters of the Rocky Mountains. This superior environment produces healthy fish! On average less than 0.02% of feed fed to the Steelhead contains any form of therapuetants so it’s safe to feed your dog or cat. Both the fish and their environment are monitored regularly during the production process to ensure they meet strict quality standards. These measures are part of the commitment to providing a nutritious product in an environmentally responsible manner. Carnivora is pleased to offer our Fresh Water Steelhead from a HACCP approved processing facility that is qualified QMP (Quality Management Plan) to ensure the product is handled and packaged to specifications that meet and exceed the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's (CFIA) stringent guidelines for quality.
Turkey Diets differ from the Turkey Dinners because they do not contain fruit or vegetable matter.
Contains finely ground whole turkey carcass. Whole turkey patties contain the entire bird except the head, feet, feathers and intestines. All the bones are grindable so bone content in turkey is higher than patties made from larger animals (only a small percentage of bones in larger animals like goat, lamb, bison and beef are grindable). Organs make up approximately 8% of the patty - this includes lungs, liver, heart and kidneys. On average over all our protiens, patties are composed of 66% muscle meat, 7% bone, 10% organs, 7% blood and 10% fat. Other than the vegetables and fruit in our dinners we DO NOT add anything to our foods. You may supplement as needed. Please visit our website for healthcare and supplement products.Carnivora Whole Animal Turkey Diet and Turkey Dinner are high in protein and lower in fat than most red proteins. It provides a rich source of iron, zinc, phosphorus, potassium and B vitamins. In terms of minerals, turkey is richest in selenium. Zinc, copper, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and iron are also provided by this food in noteworthy amounts. Turkey is a good protein source as part of a varied diet. Turkey contains more protein per ounce than other meats. The white meat of turkey is generally considered healthier than dark meat because of its lower saturated fat content, but the nutritional differences are small.
Each 25lb Case is guaranteed to contain:
50% White Protein - contains any of the following in variety: Chicken, Turkey, Duck, Rabbit
50% Red Protein - contains any of the following in variety: Beef, Lamb, Goat, Llama, Pork
