Dr. Marty Nature’s Blend is a freeze-dried raw dog food, sold in several formulas. Freeze-dried raw food is made from uncooked ingredients that are frozen and dried to remove the water. You can feed it as a full meal after adding water or use it as a topper on kibble. This guide covers how to read the label and how to feed it safely. Formulas change, so check the current bag.
What Freeze-Dried Raw Food Is
Freeze-dried raw dog food starts as raw meat, organs and often fruits and vegetables. The mix is frozen and dried, which keeps it shelf-stable without refrigeration until you open it. It is light, easy to store and simple to serve, but it is still a raw food, so safe handling matters.
How to Read the Label
- Look for a “complete and balanced” statement. Only foods with this statement, based on AAFCO standards, are meant to be fed as the whole diet. Products without it are toppers or treats.
- Match the life stage. Choose puppy, adult or all-life-stages formulas as appropriate. Large-breed puppies need a controlled calcium level.
- Check the protein sources. Named meats and organs such as turkey, beef or salmon tell you what your dog is eating.
- Look at the calorie content. Freeze-dried food is calorie-dense by weight, so follow the feeding guide closely.
- Read the preparation directions. Many require adding warm water and waiting a few minutes.
How to Feed It
- As a full meal: Rehydrate with water according to the bag and serve at once. Throw away leftovers if they sit out too long.
- As a topper: Crumble a small amount over kibble, and reduce the kibble slightly so your dog does not gain weight.
- Introduce it gradually: Mix a little with your dog’s current food and increase over a week or so.
Raw Food Safety
Raw foods, including freeze-dried raw, can carry bacteria such as Salmonella and Listeria. Freeze-drying does not kill them. To lower the risk:
- Wash your hands, bowls and any surfaces after each meal.
- Store the bag sealed and follow the use-by date after opening.
- Be extra careful around babies, older adults and anyone with a weakened immune system.
Many veterinary groups caution against raw diets, so talk with your vet before you start, especially for puppies, seniors and dogs with health problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is freeze-dried raw safer than frozen raw?
Not necessarily. It is more convenient to store, but it is still raw and needs the same handling.
Can I feed it to a puppy?
Only if the label says it is made for puppies or all life stages, and ideally after talking with your vet.
Is it good for sensitive stomachs?
Some dogs do well on it, but any food change can upset a sensitive stomach. Switch slowly and ask your vet.
Bottom Line
Dr. Marty Nature’s Blend is a convenient freeze-dried raw option. Check for a complete-and-balanced statement, feed to keep your dog lean, handle it like any raw food and ask your vet if your dog has special needs. This article is general information, not veterinary advice.
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