Dog Food FAQ

Raw dog food is a combination of meat, bones, organs and fat ground together to mimic a diet similar to what a dogs' wild ancestors evolved to consume and thrive on. 

By feeding a prey model style raw diet, we are feeding as nature intended our dogs to eat, thereby increasing bioavailability and absorption of nutrients, easing digestion, improving hydration, reducing inflammation and increasing overall health and longevity.

Feeding dogs wholesome, nutrient dense raw food promotes healthy joint function, healthy teeth and breath, and a soft, shiny coat. Feeding a natural diet also supports a dog's gut lining and overall digestive health. 

When dogs eat a species appropriate raw diet, they are truly nourished. Nutrients become plentiful, highly bioavailable, hydration improves and digestion eases; leaving the body available to focus on recovery, maintenance and healing.

Yes, raw food is completely safe for dogs. Their bodies are naturally designed to ingest and process raw food. 

Beef, turkey necks, beef liver, beef kidney, chicken eggs and beef heart.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 1984 calories/kg 900 calories/lb
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude protein (min): 16%
Crude fat (min): 10%
Crude Fiber (max): 0.5%
Moisture (max): 70%

Cooked bones can be dangerous because they become brittle and can splinter—but raw bone is a natural, safe, and essential part of a dog’s ancestral diet. Our blend includes finely ground raw bone, which provides vital minerals like calcium and phosphorus to support strong teeth, joints, and skeletal health. When fed raw and appropriately prepared, bone is not only safe—it’s incredibly beneficial.

We currently offer one thoughtfully crafted raw blend—because it works. Our Hound House Raw Blend is made with nutrient-dense, pasture-raised beef, turkey necks, beef liver, beef kidney, chicken eggs, and beef heart, providing a rich variety of proteins, healthy fats, and essential nutrients in every serving. Rather than offering multiple blends, we’ve focused on formulating a single, intentionally designed option that supports dogs through all life stages—delivering the variety and nourishment they need without complication.

Yes! Our raw food is designed to support dogs of all ages. For puppies, our food offers a bounty of vitamins, minerals, healthy fat and protein all in a form their little bodies were designed to devour as they grow and grow.  

Our raw food is beneficial for adult dogs. Our blend includes ingredients that support joints and mobility, digestive health, skin and coat health. Our raw blend is also helpful to mature dogs who need to thin down a little. Feeding raw food is a great way to help your dog maintain a healthy weight.

Our raw food is supportive for senior dogs. Contrary to popular belief, dogs need more protein as they age to avoid muscle loss or wasting. Our food is full of healthy protein that helps to maintain and repair the body each day. By feeding foods containing healthy protein, especially collagen, we give our dogs’ the building blocks for health at each bowl.

Hound House Raw Dog Food contains liver, kidney and heart. Organ meats are some of the most nutritionally dense foods available. To our dogs, they are nature’s multivitamins. Organs are rich in vitamins and minerals and can help boost immunity, support the brain and service the digestive system.

No, supplements are not necessary.

By providing 4 key elements, meat, bones, organs and fat, in whole food form and from a variety of protein sources we can provide the necessary nourishment to our dogs at each bowl. Our food is rich with vitamins, minerals, healthy protein, fat and beneficial antioxidants. No further supplementation is needed.

See transition guidelines document linked here.

We recommend feeding 2% of your dog’s ideal body weight, measured in pounds. Depending on age and activity level, your dog may require a little more or less food per meal. Should you see your dog gain unnecessary weight, you’d reduce the daily amount you are offering. If you see your dog lose unnecessary weight, you’d slowly increase the daily amount your dog is eating.

For more information, see our Feeding Guidelines.

All ingredients in our raw dog food are sourced from local farms in central Texas.

Our dog food is processed just down the road from our farm in La Grange, Texas, at a USDA-approved facility to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.

True food allergies are quite rare in dogs. However, food sensitivities to grains, legumes, meat meals, meat by products, gluten, seed oils and other ingredients found in ultra-processed food are very common. Because our food is free of these inflammatory agents, our raw food can be supportive to dogs with skin and digestive issues. 

Once you fully transition your dog to raw, you may notice they drink less water. This is very normal. Our food contains a much higher moisture content (70%) compared to dry food (<10%), providing adequate and essential hydration at each meal.

You may also notice your dog produces smaller, firmer and less frequent bowel movements because the body is retaining more of the food and assimilating the nutrients better. This is another added bonus for puppies on raw food. House training can be a lot easier!

Because our raw blend is higher in protein and lower in carbohydrates than ultra processed pet foods, it helps to promote lean muscle mass and reduced fat accumulation making it easier for your dog to maintain a healthy weight.

Our raw food provides so much nutrient density at each bowl. Many pet parents report softer, shinier coats, improved mobility, more vitality, better digestion and improved behavior after several months on raw food.

We recommend a slow transition for any dogs with a sensitive stomach, which can be found in our transition guidelines. For concerns regarding specific dietary needs, please reach out to our canine nutritionist info@houndhouseraw.com.

Keep the food frozen until ready to use. Move to the refrigerator 24 hours before feeding to thaw. For optimal nutritional value, do not heat. Be sure to wash your hands before and after handling. Once thawed, use within three days.

We want to make sure the transition to our food is as smooth as possible. Please reach out to our nutrition team at info@houndhouseraw.com with any questions or concerns you may have.