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Made with antibiotic, hormone and steroid-free duck meat and organs, along with fresh ground bone for calcium supplementation.
Incorporates certified organic produce, certified organic minerals and unrefined vitamins to fortify the complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages.
All the benefits of a raw ancestral diet in a highly-palatable, freeze-dried form that’s fast and easy to serve.
Optimum levels of amino acids (protein), essential fatty acids, natural-occurring enzymes and necessary vitamins and minerals supply the building blocks for healthy biological functions.
Crafted in the USA with sustainably-sourced ingredients and contains no gluten, corn, wheat or soy.
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Primal Duck Formula Nuggets Raw Freeze-Dried Dog Food offers your hungry pooch all the benefits of a safe and wholesome raw-food diet—without you having to grind, chop, measure or mix the ingredients yourself! Taking great pride to source only the best ingredients, this tasty and nutritious diet is packed with naturally derived vitamins and minerals. The high-protein ratio appeals to your canine companion’s primal diet, and it’s an excellent way to maintain a proper weight and boost overall health. And best of all, it’s a breeze to serve, thanks to the naturally preserved nuggets—just add water! The proof comes in watching him lick the bowl clean while thriving happily and healthfully.
Specifications
Item Number
60729
Weight
5.50 ounces
Season
N/A
Shop Conscious
Non-GMO, Human-Grade, Natural
Lifestage
Adult
Breed Size
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Food Form
Freeze-Dried
Special Diet
Gluten Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Raw, Pea-Free, Natural, Premium
Precautions
Wash all work surfaces, utensils, hands and food bowls with hot, soapy water after handling freeze-dried meats and poultry. Keep freeze-dried meats and poultry separate from other foods. Keep away from children.
This Feeding Chart is based on 2.5% Weight Maintenance and formula rotation. Your dog's activity, age, metabolism and breed may affect overall feeding quantity.
Because of the importance of moisture in a raw diet, Primal recommends rehydrating this product with water or Primal Raw Goat Milk for optimum nutrition absorption. To rehydrate add 1 tablespoon of water or raw goat milk for every nugget, or 1/4 cup for 4 nuggets. For best rehydrating results, break nuggets into small pieces and mix thoroughly to force moisture into product.
Feed adult dogs the equivalent of 2-3% of their body weight in rehydrated food per day.
Transition Instructions
Transition slowly. Begin by mixing 1/4 parts freeze-dried to 3/4 parts current diet. Gradually increase amount of freeze-dried daily.
Adult dogs: Divide total daily feeding portion into 2 meals.
Puppies and pregnant or lactating females: Divide total daily feeding portion into 3-4 meals.
Primal's freeze-dried formulas pack the nutrition of raw into dry bites that are irresistible to your pup, but easy on you. By removing moisture, Primal makes feeding raw versatile and uncomplicated—simply add water to rehydrate and serve, or feed the freeze-dried pieces dry. Use them as a topper, or serve as a balanced meal. Your canine's dinner is what you make it.
Whole Food Means Whole Nutrition
Using whole food ingredients, Primal creates a balanced, wholesome meal without the need for synthetic vitamins. They're the real deal—as in they only use real, unrefined, food-based ingredients. Plus, there's no denatured meat or poultry products, either. Just delicious, USDA inspected, antibiotic- and steroid-free meats and poultry your pal will beg for.
ORGANIC SQUASH:
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, rich in vitamins A and C and high in carotenoid antioxidants.
CRANBERRIES & BLUEBERRIES:
Loaded with antioxidants for immune system support and urinary tract health.
ORGANIC PUMPKIN SEEDS:
Natural source of zinc and manganese and the full spectrum of vitamin E antioxidants.
ORGANIC SUNFLOWER SEEDS:
Whole food source of vitamin E and loaded with antioxidants to help defend against free radicals.
ORGANIC COCONUT OIL:
Excellent source of short- and medium-chain fatty acids for a healthy coat and skin.
Global Flavors Made at Home
Primal freeze-dried recipes are made in the USA and packed with ingredients from around the globe—including the USA, New Zealand, France and Spain. Best of all, each of those nutritious ingredients is responsibly sourced. You'll find certified organic fruits, vegetables and supplements, and protein sources that are ethically raised, too. Because every step counts when it leads to your pet's bowl.
About Primal Pet Foods
Primal Pet Foods was founded with the goal of improving the quality of life and overall health and happiness of pets through wholesome raw foods that mimic the diet of animals in the wild. Since 2001 Primal has been committed to elevating the health of your pets. From complete and balanced diets along with supplemental foods, to their full line of nutritious treats, they use only the best ingredients because that's what your pets deserve.
Gluten Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Raw, Pea-Free, Natural, Premium
Grain-Free, Gluten Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy...
Gluten Free, Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy...
Gluten Free, Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy...
Gluten Free, Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy...
Breed Size
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
Food Flavor
Duck, Poultry
Chicken, Poultry
Pork, Meat
Lamb, Meat
Beef, Meat
Food Form
Freeze-Dried
Freeze-Dried
Freeze-Dried
Freeze-Dried
Freeze-Dried
Questions & Answers
20 Customer Questions
How many nuggets are in the 5.5 oz and 14oz bags?
Answer by • Jul 27, 2018
There are typically 3-4 freeze-dried nuggets per ounce, so on average there will be:
5.5 oz bag = approximately 16-22 nuggets per bag
14 oz bag = approximately 42-56 nuggets per bag
Keep in mind that they sell by package weight, not by nuggets. Due to variations in protein density and product shape, there may be differences in actual nugget count from bag to bag.
Is heating the moisented nuggets in microwave (30-40 secs) recommended ?
Answer by • Sep 11, 2019
It is not recommended to microwave raw food and treats, as the cooking process can destroy many important nutrients.
My dog loves primal food. I’ve noticed that some flavors are harder to crumble than others. This might not seem like a big deal, but I have significant arthritis in my hands, so I’d really like to find/stick to the flavor that is easier to break apart. What would you remcommend?
Answer by • Sep 19, 2018
Every bag you receive will be different due to the product being made with natural ingredients. Each batch will vary.
What is the calorie count for a serving for a Scottish Terrier?
I am very satisfied with the service I receive from Chewys and my pup loves the Primal products. Our order is shipped quickly and we never run out before our next order comes. Thanks so much! We love the peanut butter box is here commercial!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By SophieAndMax on Oct 26, 2022
It's A Winner!
I was looking for duck hearts, and Customer Service found, and recommended this product to me, instead.
My 14 year-old shih-tzu, Sophie, and 11 year-old Lhasa apso/Maltese-mix, Max, 100% love these duck formula nuggets; they literally never rejected this meal, and I always feed the nuggets to them dry after breaking them apart with my hands. I usually fed my dogs an average of one nugget daily, as a special treat, because I'm on a strict financial budget, and had to be careful not to spoil them too much, because they might not eat their food, if they know they're getting these, instead, at some point in the day.
My only complaint is how expensive they are, but it's obvious I'm paying for quality ingredients; otherwise, my dogs would probably reject them.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lanya on Dec 14, 2022
My dogs love Primal
They love the duck, chicken and beef flavors. The nuggets are extremely fresh when delivered from chewy as compared to purchased from local stores as well.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cindy on Sep 20, 2022
Amazing service!
Chewy has amazing service! I get my order in a day or two and I can count on it to arrive exactly when I need it. The products are fresh and consistent. I never have to worry about running out. My dog is allergic to some flavors and I have to get her flavor on time. They're great!
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Karen on Aug 14, 2022
Primal Duck
Beware of what you are getting. Primal is changing their ingredients in In their freeze dried dog food .
The last bag I received does not match the picture of ingredients on the Chewy’s website.The duck primal which sells for over $40 a bag no longer has duck hearts, duck necks and very little if any duck meat. The only duck meat they have is with ground bone. The biscuits are harder then they use to be.
My dog used to love this but now won’t eat it.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Eddie on Nov 1, 2022
My boy loves it
A great raw dog food, if you don't want to deal with the messiness of chopping up raw meat Also great as a treat and for traveling.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By ASFremont on Sep 1, 2022
Changed ingredients
Just canceled my auto ship. Ingredients changed and now less duck and more bone and vegetables. Duck hearts and necks no longer listed in first ingredients. This is too expensive for them to start cheaping out. Bye bye.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By ThumbsUp on Jun 26, 2022
Tasty, healthy!
My dog loves all the Primal products, freeze dried and frozen. They provide very natural, healthy, raw food. I’m committed to giving her the best I can and this is it for me. The vitamins are naturally sourced and I feel that is a real plus. I see a lot of positives in feeding raw. Better coat, cleaner teeth and better digestion. In speaking with our dog trainer/breeder, he could see the benefits for himself with his own dogs. And I love that Chewy carries this product and can deliver quickly.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Donna on Oct 1, 2022
Such a treat.
My dogs absolutely loved the duck formula. Usually, they are picky, but not with the duck. It's time for me to order more.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By DoxieloverOfMya on Jun 16, 2022
Yummy according to Mya
We have gone through many dog Foods for my picky little sensitive tummy Doxie Mya. Someone told me about this food so I bought a small bag and she absolutely loves it. Amazing!