Steve's Real Food Guide
Steve's Real Food is a complete raw food range for dogs and cats, made in the USA and freeze-dried to be shelf-stable without losing its raw nutrition. This guide covers everything you need before switching — how much to feed, what it costs per day at Singapore prices, how the seven recipes compare, and how to transition from kibble to raw.
Why freeze-dried raw — biologically appropriate, without the freezer
Dogs and cats are carnivores. Their digestive systems evolved to process raw meat, ground bone, and organ meat — not kibble extruded at high heat and rebuilt with synthetic vitamins. Biologically appropriate raw food replicates what a carnivore would eat in the wild: whole muscle meat, organ meat including liver and heart, ground bone for calcium, and whole-food superfoods like goat's milk and green-lipped mussels for additional micronutrients. The result is a diet the body recognises, absorbs efficiently, and thrives on.
Steve's Real Food formulates every recipe as a complete raw meal first — 80% meat, organ and bone; 20% whole-food produce — then freeze-dries the finished meal whole. Freeze-drying removes moisture at sub-zero temperatures, preserving up to 98% of the original nutrition while making the food shelf-stable. No heat processing, no synthetic vitamin pack, no grains, no fillers. The result is the nutritional profile of a frozen raw meal in a bag that lives in a cupboard rather than a freezer — which is a meaningful practical difference for Singapore households with limited freezer space, frequent travellers, and anyone wanting the benefits of raw feeding without the cold-chain logistics.
The seven recipes at Woof Living
Woof Living carries all seven Steve's Real Food freeze-dried recipes. Each bag is 567g (20 oz) of bite-sized nuggets — approximately the size of a large raspberry — which rehydrate to approximately 2.3kg of food. All seven are complete, balanced to AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, and suitable for both dogs and cats.
Single protein · $76 per 567g bag · Dogs and cats
How much to feed and what it costs
Feed once or twice daily according to your pet's body weight. Puppies and kittens under 6 months should be fed the recommended daily amount split across two meals. The feeding guide below applies to all seven Steve's Real Food recipes and to both dogs and cats. Amounts shown are the dry weight — before rehydration.
| Body weight | Daily amount (dry) | Rehydrated volume |
|---|---|---|
| 2–5 kg | 30–55 g | ~½ cup |
| 5–10 kg | 55–95 g | ~1 cup |
| 10–20 kg | 95–170 g | ~2 cups |
| 20–30 kg | 170–240 g | ~3 cups |
| 30 kg+ | 240 g+ | ~4+ cups |
Puppies and kittens under 6 months: feed the recommended daily amount split across two meals. Rehydration ratio is ¾ cup warm water per 1 cup of dry nuggets. Active or working dogs may need the upper end of the range; senior or less active dogs the lower end.
Cost per day uses the mid-point of each feeding range. The $76 tier covers Chicken, Beef, Pork, Turkey, and Turducken. The $89 tier covers Lamu and White Fish.
Single protein & Turducken — $76 per 567g bag| Body weight | Daily amount (dry) | Days per bag | Cost per day | Cost per month (≈30 days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2–5 kg | 42 g | ~13.5 days | ~$5.64 | ~$169 |
| 5–10 kg | 75 g | ~7.6 days | ~$10.06 | ~$302 |
| 10–20 kg | 132 g | ~4.3 days | ~$17.70 | ~$531 |
| 20–30 kg | 205 g | ~2.8 days | ~$27.49 | ~$825 |
| 30 kg+ | 240 g+ | ~2.4 days | from ~$32.17 | from ~$965 |
| Body weight | Daily amount (dry) | Days per bag | Cost per day | Cost per month (≈30 days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2–5 kg | 42 g | ~13.5 days | ~$6.60 | ~$198 |
| 5–10 kg | 75 g | ~7.6 days | ~$11.78 | ~$354 |
| 10–20 kg | 132 g | ~4.3 days | ~$20.79 | ~$624 |
| 20–30 kg | 205 g | ~2.8 days | ~$32.22 | ~$967 |
| 30 kg+ | 240 g+ | ~2.4 days | from ~$37.67 | from ~$1,130 |
All figures use the mid-point of each feeding range. Individual feeding amounts vary with age, activity level, metabolism, and body condition — adjust accordingly.
Nutritional comparison — guaranteed analysis
Source: Steve's Real Food. All figures are as-fed, minimum values for protein and fat, maximum values for fibre and moisture.
| Recipe | Protein | Fat | Fibre | Moisture | Calories (kcal/kg) | Energetics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken | 49.5% | 33.1% | 2.4% | 4.8% | 4,900 | Warming |
| Beef | 50.9% | 33.1% | 2.5% | 4.2% | 4,920 | Neutral |
| Pork | 51.1% | 37.2% | 2.3% | 4.2% | 5,140 | Cooling |
| Turkey | 49.5% | 35.1% | 2.4% | 4.8% | 5,114 | Warming |
| Turducken (Turkey + Duck + Chicken) | 50.5% | 33.0% | 1.1% | 6.0% | 4,930 | Neutral |
| Lamu (Lamb + Emu) | 50.4% | 35.0% | 1.5% | 4.7% | 5,030 | Warming |
| White Fish | 51.0% | 10.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% | — | Cooling |
All recipes meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages. Lamu is additionally approved for large-breed growth (adult weight 32kg+).
Choosing the right recipe for your pet
Chicken — Warming
Mid-range protein and fat. A sensible starting protein for dogs transitioning to raw for the first time, and a steady option for active dogs. High in manganese and magnesium, which support ligament and connective tissue health. The most commonly tolerated protein across both dogs and cats.
Beef — Neutral
The bestseller. Grass-fed and grass-finished from USDA-verified family ranches in the Pacific Northwest. Neutral energetics suit most dogs regardless of constitution. Rich in zinc and copper — two trace minerals that work together to support metabolism and tissue repair.
Pork — Cooling
A novel protein for most Singapore dogs — many haven't been exposed to pork enough to develop a sensitivity, which makes it useful for allergy elimination. Cooling energetics suit Singapore's climate and dogs with inflammatory skin conditions. Lean muscle meat only, no fatty trim. From a USDA-verified Certified Sustainable family farm in Idaho.
Turkey — Warming
The leanest whole-protein recipe in the range for those tracking fat content, though not the lowest-fat overall (that's White Fish). Turkey is generally well-tolerated by dogs with sensitive stomachs, and the recipe is naturally rich in B vitamins. Useful for dogs that need to manage weight or don't handle higher-fat proteins well.
Turducken (Turkey + Duck + Chicken) — Neutral
Three poultry proteins in one bag — turkey, duck, and chicken. Variety without the need to rotate physically between bags. Duck in particular adds a distinct fatty acid profile and higher iron content than chicken or turkey alone. Useful for dogs that do well on poultry broadly but get bored of single-protein recipes.
Lamu (Lamb + Emu) — Warming
The dual novel protein. USDA-certified New Zealand lamb combined with North Carolina-farmed emu — two proteins most Singapore dogs have never encountered. Emu brings very lean, high-iron red meat; lamb brings richness and palatability. One of the better options for allergy elimination, and the only recipe explicitly formulated for large-breed growth (adult weight 32kg+).
White Fish — Cooling
The lowest-fat recipe in the range at 10% crude fat — a fraction of the red-meat and poultry recipes. Combined with cooling energetics, this is the most specialised recipe: particularly useful for dogs with pancreatitis, fat-sensitive dogs, inflammatory skin conditions, and dogs that run warm. A four-species wild-caught blend of Pacific cod, pollock, rockfish, and salmon — naturally high in omega-3 fatty acids. Whole prey grinds including bone and organs.
Why and how to rotate proteins
Rotating between proteins is recommended and encouraged. Each protein source provides a different amino acid profile, different micronutrient ratios, and different fatty acid compositions. Rotating regularly gives your pet a broader range of nutrients than any single protein can provide, and reduces the risk of developing sensitivities to any one protein over time.
All Steve's Real Food recipes are formulated to the same complete and balanced standard — you can switch between them freely without any nutritional adjustment. A simple rotation might be one bag of Chicken, followed by one bag of Beef, followed by one bag of Fish — cycling through warming, neutral, and cooling proteins across roughly six weeks for a 10kg dog. For dogs with allergies, two or three well-tolerated recipes can be rotated on a monthly basis.
Rehydration and serving
Freeze-dried food removes the moisture from raw food to make it shelf-stable. That moisture needs to be restored before feeding as a meal — dogs and cats can't digest the food properly without it, and feeding dry in more than treat-sized amounts can cause digestive discomfort.
Step 1 — Scoop
Measure the dry daily amount into a clean bowl, using the feeding guide by weight.
Step 2 — Soak
Add warm water at ¾ cup water per 1 cup nuggets. Low-sodium bone broth or raw goat's milk also work.
Step 3 — Wait
Let the liquid absorb for 5–10 minutes. The food should reach a porridge consistency — soft but not soupy.
Step 4 — Serve
Serve at room temperature. Refrigerate any uneaten rehydrated food and use within 24 hours.
A few dry nuggets fed as training treats are fine — rehydration matters specifically when feeding as a meal. For dogs that eat too quickly, the rehydrated porridge naturally slows eating, and a slow-feeder bowl works well for dogs that need further moderation.
Transitioning to raw
Most pets can transition to freeze-dried raw without issue, but a gradual approach reduces the chance of digestive upset — particularly for pets who have been on kibble for a long time. The transition from kibble to raw is more significant than switching between two kibble brands, because the gut microbiome adjusts to process higher protein and fat content and less starch.
Week 1
75% current food, 25% Steve's Real Food (rehydrated).
Week 2
50% current food, 50% Steve's Real Food.
Week 3
25% current food, 75% Steve's Real Food.
Week 4
100% Steve's Real Food.
Some pets — particularly those with healthy digestion — can transition faster. Others with sensitive stomachs may need 6–8 weeks. Signs that the transition is going well include firmer and smaller stools, improved coat condition, increased energy, and better breath. Some loose stools in the first week are normal as the digestive system adjusts. If loose stools persist beyond the first week, slow the transition down or introduce a gut-supportive additive like raw goat's milk or a probiotic.
A gradual transition gives your pet's digestive system time to adjust.
Storage and handling
Steve's Real Food is shelf-stable until opened. Store the bag sealed, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Singapore humidity is the main thing to manage — keep the bag in a dry cupboard or pantry, not near a window, not in a kitchen directly adjacent to the bathroom, and not on top of the fridge where condensation can collect.
Once opened, use within 4–6 weeks. Unopened shelf life is typically 24 months from manufacture — check the best-by date printed on the packaging. Treat the dry nuggets and the rehydrated food with the same care as raw meat: wash hands, bowls, and food-preparation surfaces after each meal. Refrigerate any uneaten rehydrated food and use within 24 hours. Do not leave rehydrated food out at room temperature for more than two hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is Steve's Real Food suitable for cats as well as dogs?
Yes. All seven recipes meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for both dogs and cats of all life stages, including kittens and puppies. The feeding guide is the same for both species — use your cat's body weight to determine the appropriate daily amount.
Is raw feeding safe? What about salmonella?
Yes, when handled correctly. Every batch of Steve's Real Food is tested for salmonella and other bacteria before shipping. The FDA enforces a zero-tolerance level for salmonella in raw pet food — stricter than the USDA standard applied to chicken sold in supermarkets. The manufacturing facility is FDA-inspected, and cold-pressure processing is used prior to freeze-drying to reduce pathogen risk while preserving raw nutritional value. Handle the food with the same hygiene practices you would apply to raw meat prepared for human consumption.
Is Steve's Real Food grain-free?
Yes — no grains, fillers, synthetic vitamin packs, artificial preservatives, added hormones, or antibiotics.
Can I feed Steve's Real Food to puppies and kittens?
Yes. All seven recipes are formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages including growth. Lamu is additionally approved for large-breed growth (adult weight 32kg+). Animals under 6 months should be fed the recommended daily amount split across two meals rather than one, and rehydrated to a soft porridge consistency.
Why does the food need to be rehydrated?
Freeze-drying removes the moisture from raw food to make it shelf-stable. That moisture needs to be restored before feeding as a meal — dogs and cats can't digest the food properly without it, and feeding dry in more than treat-sized amounts can cause digestive discomfort. Add warm water at ¾ cup per 1 cup of nuggets, let it absorb for 5–10 minutes, and serve.
How many bags do I need per month?
It depends on your pet's weight. A 5kg dog or cat eating ~42g daily will use approximately one 567g bag every 13–14 days — about 2 bags per month. A 15kg dog eating ~132g daily will use approximately one bag every 4 days — about 7 bags per month. For larger dogs, many owners feed Steve's as a topper over frozen raw or as part of a rotation rather than as a sole diet.
Can I mix Steve's Real Food with kibble or other food?
Yes. Using Steve's as a topper over an existing meal is a common and perfectly valid approach — the food is nutritionally complete either way. This is also how the transition from kibble to raw naturally works. If using as a long-term topper, a sensible proportion is 20–40% of the total meal by calorie content.
Why are the stools smaller and firmer on raw food?
Smaller, firmer stools are a sign that more of the food is being absorbed and utilised by the body. Kibble contains fillers and indigestible starch that pass through as waste. Raw food — including freeze-dried raw — is highly digestible. Less waste means more nutrition absorbed.
How is freeze-dried raw different from air-dried or dehydrated food?
Freeze-drying removes moisture at sub-zero temperatures under vacuum — no heat is applied, which preserves the nutritional profile of raw food. Air-drying and dehydration use low heat (typically 50–90°C) to remove moisture, which alters proteins and reduces some heat-sensitive nutrients. All three formats produce shelf-stable food, but freeze-drying is the closest nutritionally to frozen raw.
Where can I buy Steve's Real Food in Singapore?
Steve's Real Food is available at Woof Living — shop online at woofliving.com with free delivery on orders above $49, or visit us in store at Wheelock Place, 501 Orchard Road #01-K3, open daily 11am–7pm.
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Shelf-stable, no freezer required, ready to ship. Free delivery on orders above $49. In-store at Wheelock Place #01-K3, open daily 11am–7pm.
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