Primal Venison Nuggets Grain-Free Raw Freeze-Dried Dog Food
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Primal Venison Nuggets Grain-Free 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.
Key Benefits- Made with antibiotic, hormone and steroid-free venison 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 grain, gluten, corn, wheat or soy.
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.
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Item Number93935
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Weight14 ounces
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
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Food FormFreeze-Dried
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Special DietGluten Free, Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Raw, Pea-Free, Natural
Venison, Venison Hearts, Ground Venison Bones, Venison Livers, Organic Kale, Organic Squash, Organic Celery, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Organic Cilantro, Organic Ginger, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Montmorillonite Clay, Fish Oil, Organic Rosemary Extract, Organic Quinoa, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Organic Kelp, Zinc Sulfate.
Caloric Content4,000 kcal/kg, 113 kcal/oz
Guaranteed Analysis | |
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Crude Protein | 50.0% min |
Crude Fat | 15.0% min |
Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
Moisture | 7.0% max |
Weight | Daily Feeding in Nuggets |
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5-10 lbs | 2-4 nuggets |
10-20 lbs | 4-8 nuggets |
20-40 lbs | 8-16 nuggets |
40-60 lbs | 16-24 nuggets |
60-80 lbs | 24-32 nuggets |
80-100 lbs | 32-40 nuggets |
100 lbs & Above | 40+ nuggets |
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.
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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.
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Feed adult dogs the equivalent of 2-3% of their body weight in rehydrated food per day.
Transition slowly. Begin by mixing 1/4 parts freeze-dried to 3/4 parts current diet. Gradually increase amount of freeze-dried daily.
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Adult dogs: Divide total daily feeding portion into 2 meals.
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Puppies and pregnant or lactating females: Divide total daily feeding portion into 3-4 meals.

Freeze-Dried Raw Nutrition
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.
Lab-Tested, Canine-Approved
These complete and balanced recipes are formulated to meet and exceed your pet's nutritional needs with the added benefits of raw. Plus, they're laboratory tested to ensure they offer the best quality and nutrition possible. After all, Primal knows you only want the best for your best friend, and they do, too.

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.
Clean, Wholesome Ingredients
Primal crafts these delicious bites without the use of steroids, antibiotics or added hormones. They're proud to source from trusted ranchers for the health of your dog, and won't include any ingredients from China. Plus, they're made with no grains, gluten, corn, wheat or soy. Even pups with discerning palates can enjoy!

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.

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The Best Dog Food in my Dog's Book
By Jennifer on Jan 2, 2021
My toy poodle is picky. His digestive system is easily upset and he won't eat anything not cut up into small bits. I did not think he would go for this. It was weird looking and he never ate raw food before. With a scissors, I finely cut/shredded up a block and put a tablespoon + of water and worked it in by mashing with a fork so it was soft and moist. Prep time was about 15 seconds. I expected it to be there all day and then to just throw it away. It was gone in a minute. I couldn't believe it. He loves this and Stella and Chewy's lamb. So now I have to buy expensive dog food. Good thing he is only 9 pounds.
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Sawyer the Husky
By Kaye on Jan 15, 2021
When Sawyer (age 4) started having belly issues, the Holistic Vet suggested a novel protein, preferably raw. This raw Venison is the best I have found. I mix it with bone broth for maximum health. I only wish they sold bigger bags. I have to order so frequently. To help with the cost, I use Natures Logic canned venison or rabbit. He is improving and loves meal time.
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Primal Venison
By HarleyATL on Mar 2, 2021
My pup likes this brand of food. She enjoys duck, beef and pork. Chicken is meh. For the venison, she just walked away. My friend’s poodles enjoyed it though.
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can’t break down to feed.
By CourtH on Jan 1, 2021
These are are awful. They don’t break down, so they cannot even be fed to my dog. Waste of money. I bought three bags (different flavors) and haven’t been able to feed them at all. Upset I spent so much on these.
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Good Protein..
By Nauzerman on Feb 17, 2021
My Schnauzer loves venison...I haven't hunted in a few years so I feed the freeze dried venison instead...
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Primal freeze dried venison
By Robin on Jan 8, 2021
It’s one of only things my Yorkie can eat due to severe allergies. Easy to use and store. Both my Yorkies live it! I wish they would make salmon!
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Like the high protein
By CountryMade on Dec 30, 2020
Love this food for my sensitive tummy Cavalier. He loves the taste and has better digestion since adding this to his food.
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My pup seemed to like it.
By samantha on Jan 7, 2021
My pup seems to like this one, but it's super hard and full and I mean full of stems and roots way way to many.
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Our dog could not tolerate this food item
By QRita on Aug 29, 2020
Tried giving our dog one nugget of this venison formula and she vomited. Tried another nugget a couple of days later and she vomited. She loves the Primal chicken nuggets, and will eat the turkey/sardine nuggets with some reluctance, and does not throw up with those, but the venison nuggets were a no-go. Will have to throw them away.
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Not as good as other flavors
By BusterBelle on Aug 22, 2020
Have been giving my dogs Primal Nuggets for quite a while and recently want to change up a protein on them, so I picked the Venison. The Venison Nuggets were very hard to break up compared to the Turkey & Sardine that they normally have and then looks different when re-hydrated. Will never get this flavor again! Have always given Chewy good reviews.....but not this time.