Feeding Resources
Switching Dog Food to Freeze-Dried
Switching your dog to freeze-dried raw dog food can give you the nutrition style of raw feeding with the storage convenience of dry food. A careful transition helps protect digestion and keeps mealtimes calm.
Pets True House freeze-dried raw food is nutrient-dense and shelf-stable, so your dog may need a smaller-looking serving than with some traditional foods. Move gradually, monitor stool quality, and slow down if your dog has a sensitive stomach.
Why switch gradually?
A slow switch gives your dog's gut time to adapt to a new recipe, protein level, texture, and moisture level. That can reduce the chance of loose stools, gas, or a temporary loss of appetite.
Most dogs can transition over 7-10 days. Dogs with sensitive digestion may need longer, and it is sensible to ask your vet for advice if your dog has a medical condition or ongoing digestive symptoms.
Transitioning from Kibble to Freeze-Dried Raw
Moving from kibble to freeze-dried raw dog food is often the biggest change, so a gradual switch helps your dog's digestion settle.
| Transition period | Old food | Pets True House |
|---|---|---|
| Days 1-3 | 75% | 25% |
| Days 4-6 | 50% | 50% |
| Days 7-9 | 25% | 75% |
| Day 10 onwards | 100% |
Pets True House freeze-dried food can be mixed with kibble during the transition. Watch your dog's stools and slow the plan down if needed.
Transitioning from Wet Food to Freeze-Dried
Wet food already contains more moisture and often more meat than dry kibble, so many dogs find this switch smoother.
| Transition period | Old food | Pets True House |
|---|---|---|
| Days 1-2 | 75% | 25% |
| Days 3-4 | 50% | 50% |
| Days 5-6 | 25% | 75% |
| Day 7 onwards | 100% |
Because freeze-dried dog food is low in moisture, your dog may drink more water. Keep fresh water available at all times.
Transitioning from Frozen Raw to Freeze-Dried Raw
If your dog already eats raw food, the main change is format rather than feeding style. Many dogs adapt quickly.
| Transition period | Pets True House serving |
|---|---|
| Days 1-2 | Replace one of your dog's daily meals with Pets True House freeze-dried food. |
| Day 3 onwards | Feed 100% Pets True House. |
For sensitive dogs, use the gentler version above rather than changing every meal at once.
Transitioning from Fresh Food to Freeze-Dried
Commercial fresh food and freeze-dried raw food are both quality-focused options, but the texture, moisture level, and recipe format are different.
| Transition period | Old food | Pets True House |
|---|---|---|
| Days 1-3 | 75% | 25% |
| Days 4-6 | 50% | 50% |
| Days 7-9 | 25% | 75% |
| Day 10 onwards | 100% |
Freeze-dried raw food is shelf-stable, compact, and useful for travel, storage, and busy daily feeding routines.
Final tips for a smoother switch
- Monitor stools, appetite, energy, and comfort each day.
- Keep fresh, clean water available at all times.
- Slow the transition if stools stay loose or appetite drops.
- For very sensitive dogs, ask your vet about gut support before changing food.
- Use a few pieces as high-value treats first if your dog is unsure about the new texture.
