Freeze-Dried Raw White Fish

Steve's Real Food Raw Freeze-Dried White Fish is a complete and balanced raw meal for dogs and cats — made in the USA from a blend of wild-caught Pacific cod, pollock, rockfish and salmon, combined with whole-food produce, raw goat's milk, New Zealand green-lipped mussels, kelp 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; 15% produce; 5% value-added ingredients), meeting AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages — 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 WHITE FISH RECIPE

White Fish is the lowest-fat recipe in the Steve's Real Food range, at 10% crude fat minimum — roughly a third of what the red-meat and poultry recipes contain. Combined with its cooling energetics in the TCM framework, that makes it the most specialised recipe in the line-up: particularly useful for dogs with pancreatitis, fat-sensitive dogs, dogs with inflammatory skin conditions, and dogs that simply run warm in Singapore's climate. The recipe uses whole prey fish grinds — meaning the entire fish including bones, organs and meat, mimicking a natural diet. The four-species blend (Pacific cod, pollock, rockfish, salmon) delivers a naturally high omega-3 load that supports coat, skin, joint and cognitive health. The salmon in particular pushes the EPA and DHA content beyond what any land-animal protein can match. Wild-caught from North Pacific waters, with seasonal ratio adjustments to maintain sustainable sourcing.

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. Fish sustainably sourced from North Pacific waters. Whitefish is flash-frozen at −40°C — comparable to commercial-grade sushi standards — to eliminate parasite risk.

Pollock, Pacific Cod, Rockfish, Salmon — the 80% fish fraction, as whole prey grinds including bones, organs and meat. Wild-caught from the North Pacific. Species ratios shift seasonally to maintain sustainability. Naturally rich in EPA and DHA omega-3s; salmon in particular adds astaxanthin (a natural pigment with antioxidant properties).

Carrot, Apple, Broccoli — the produce fraction. Antioxidants, fibre and plant-derived 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 — additional whole-food omega-3s plus glucosamine and chondroitin. Joint and skin support.

Chia Seed, Fenugreek, Flaxseed, Sesame Seed — additional plant-based omega-3s and fibre. Fenugreek in particular is a traditional herb with mild metabolic-support properties; a slightly unusual inclusion in raw dog food.

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

Coconut Oil — medium-chain triglycerides for readily available energy.

Inulin, Taurine, Ground Eggshell — prebiotic fibre, cardiac-supporting amino acid, and additional calcium (no fish bone fortification needed — the whole prey grinds already supply it).

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 $89 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 this suitable for dogs with pancreatitis?
This is the lowest-fat recipe in the Steve's Real Food range at 10% crude fat minimum — a fraction of the red-meat and poultry recipes. That profile, combined with its cooling energetics, makes it a reasonable option for fat-sensitive dogs. That said, any dog with diagnosed pancreatitis should have dietary changes discussed with the treating vet first.

Is raw fish safe? What about parasites?
The whitefish is flash-frozen at −40°C prior to processing — a standard comparable to commercial-grade sushi, and well below the CDC threshold for eliminating fish-borne parasites. Steve's Real Food sources exclusively from sustainable fisheries in the North Pacific.

Why is White Fish often recommended for skin issues?
Two reasons. First, fish is a novel protein for most dogs — meaning elimination of common allergens like chicken, beef and lamb is easier. Second, the naturally high omega-3 content (EPA and DHA from salmon in particular) has documented anti-inflammatory effects that show up in coat shine, reduced itch, and calmer skin over 4–8 weeks.

Should I feed this as a rotation or as a sole diet?
Either works. The recipe is AAFCO-complete for all life stages and can be fed exclusively. That said, because wild-caught fish varies seasonally in nutrient density, many raw feeders prefer to rotate fish with other proteins for broader nutritional spread. A reasonable pattern is White Fish 2–3 meals per week alongside red-meat or poultry recipes.

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 — particularly for seniors. The cooling energetics, low fat content, high moisture on rehydration, and omega-3 profile all suit older dogs well. The porridge texture is also easy on teeth.

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.

Can I rotate this with the other Steve's Real Food proteins?
Yes, and rotation is encouraged. Steve's Real Food offers Chicken, Beef, Turkey, Pork, Lamu (lamb + emu) and Turducken 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.