Freeze-Dried Raw Turkey

Steve's Real Food Raw Freeze-Dried Turkey is a complete and balanced raw meal for dogs and cats — made in the USA from free-range, organic turkey including meat, bone, liver and heart, combined with whole-food produce, raw goat's milk, New Zealand green-lipped mussels, kelp, salmon oil and coconut oil. The full raw meal is formulated first, then freeze-dried whole to lock in raw nutrition in a shelf-stable, scoop-and-serve format. Formulated to the B.A.R.F. model (80% meat, organ and bone; 20% produce), meeting AAFCO nutrient profiles — no synthetic vitamin pack, no grains, no fillers.

Always rehydrate before serving as a meal. Warm water, bone broth or raw goat's milk all work — feeding dry in more than treat-sized amounts can cause digestive discomfort.

WHY THE TURKEY RECIPE

Turkey is one of the leanest proteins in the Steve's Real Food line-up, which makes it useful for dogs that need to manage weight, dogs with pancreatitis, and dogs that don't handle higher-fat proteins well. It's also easily digestible — turkey muscle meat is typically well-tolerated by dogs with sensitive stomachs, and the recipe itself is low in sodium. Turkey is nutritionally rich in B vitamins (particularly B3, B6 and B12), which support energy metabolism and nervous system function. The turkey is free-range and organic, sourced from a family farm in California. Classified as a warming protein in the TCM energetic framework.

THE MISSING CATEGORY IN SHELF-STABLE DOG FOOD

Shelf-stable dog food in Singapore is almost entirely kibble, and even the better-marketed bags sit on the same foundation — cooked at high temperatures, bulked with starch, and rebuilt to completeness through a synthetic vitamin and mineral premix. The freeze-dried shelf has grown, but much of it is either a kibble-adjacent topper or a "raw-coated" kibble with freeze-dried meat sprayed onto an extruded core.

What's missing is a genuinely raw, complete diet that travels. Steve's Real Food is that format — a full raw meal formulated to BARF ratios, then preserved without heat and without synthetics. The nuggets are shelf-stable until opened, rehydrate to a porridge consistency in minutes, and deliver the nutritional profile of a frozen raw meal in a bag that fits in a travel kit.

INGREDIENTS

Source: Steve's Real Food. Free-range, organic turkey from a family farm in California.

Ground Turkey, Turkey Liver, Turkey Heart — the meat and organ fraction. Free-range, non-GMO-fed turkey raised without hormones, antibiotics or pesticides. Liver and heart provide concentrated vitamin A, B vitamins, iron, zinc and selenium.

Broccoli, Spinach, Watermelon, Celery — the produce fraction. Watermelon contributes lycopene — a powerful antioxidant — while spinach and broccoli add fibre and green-leaf micronutrients.

Goat's Milk — raw goat's milk from a family farm in Gaston, Oregon. Naturally occurring probiotics and digestive enzymes.

New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels — whole-food omega-3s plus glucosamine and chondroitin. Joint and skin support without synthetic isolates.

Kelp — whole-food source of iodine and trace minerals.

Chia Seeds, Flaxseed, Sesame Seeds — additional plant-based omega-3s and fibre, plus mineral content from sesame.

Salmon Oil, Coconut Oil — EPA and DHA from salmon; medium-chain triglycerides from coconut.

Inulin, Taurine, Ground Eggshell — prebiotic fibre, cardiac-supporting amino acid, and additional calcium.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS

As-fed basis. Source: Steve's Real Food.

HOW TO FEED

Scoop, rehydrate, serve. Measure the daily amount into a clean bowl and add warm water at a ratio of ¾ cup water to every 1 cup of nuggets. Stir and let the liquid absorb for 5–10 minutes, until the food reaches a porridge consistency. Low-sodium bone broth or raw goat's milk can be used in place of water. Puppies and kittens under 6 months should be fed the daily amount split across two meals. When switching from kibble or another food, transition gradually over 1–2 weeks.

Cost per day uses the mid-point of each feeding range at $76 per bag. Every dog metabolises food differently — adjust up or down based on activity level, age and body condition.

STORAGE

Keep the bag sealed, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Singapore humidity is the main thing to manage — store in a dry cupboard or pantry, not near a window or in a bathroom-adjacent space. Once opened, use within 4–6 weeks. Unopened shelf life is typically 24 months from manufacture; check the best-by date on the packaging. Handle the nuggets and rehydrated food with the same care as raw meat — wash hands, bowls, and surfaces after each meal. Refrigerate any uneaten rehydrated food and use within 24 hours.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is turkey suitable for dogs with pancreatitis or fat-sensitivity?
Turkey is typically the leanest whole-protein option in the range, and this recipe sits at the lower end of the fat spectrum within Steve's Real Food. That said, any dog with a diagnosed medical condition should have dietary changes discussed with the treating vet first.

Is this a complete meal or a topper?
It is a complete and balanced diet, formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages. It can replace kibble entirely, or be used as a topper — the food is the same either way.

Does this replace routine vet care?
No. A nutrient-dense diet supports overall health, but it is not a substitute for regular check-ups, dental care or prescribed medication.

Is it suitable for senior dogs?
Yes. The rehydrated porridge texture is easy on teeth, and turkey's digestibility suits dogs with age-related GI sensitivity. The higher moisture content supports kidney and urinary health.

Can I feed this to a puppy?
Yes — the recipe meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, including growth. Puppies need proportionally more food per kilo of body weight than adults.

My dog is allergic to chicken. Is turkey a safe alternative?
Turkey and chicken are both poultry, and some dogs with chicken sensitivities will react to turkey as well — though not all. If you're unsure, introduce slowly and monitor. For a true novel-protein elimination trial, Pork, Lamu (lamb + emu) or White Fish are more conservative options.

Can I rotate this with the other Steve's Real Food proteins?
Yes, and rotation is encouraged. Steve's Real Food offers Chicken, Beef, Pork, Lamu (lamb + emu), Turducken and White Fish in the same freeze-dried format.

Where can I buy Steve's Real Food in Singapore?
Steve's Real Food is available at woofliving.com with free delivery above $49, and in-store at Woof Living, 501 Orchard Road, Wheelock Place #01-K3.