General guidelines are 1.2% of body weight per day. This could go up to 2.5% for active or younger dogs, however. As with all diet changes, a dogs stomach is sensitive so never make a big switch straight away. Start with an 80:20 balance of old/new food, and then a week later move to 50:50, 20:80 until completely switched out. Remove the food. If your dog refuses to eat the new food, remove the bowl after 15 minutes and try again several hours later. For this reason we've calculated the approximate 'as fed' percentages for the main ingredient categories in the finished product. It’s great for anyone who has been considering a raw or homemade diet for their dog but doesn’t know where to start. These kinds of diets can be time-consuming, costly and require vast freezer space. Cold-pressed dog food is seen as a great alternative for busy owners who still want the best for their pup.

Absolutely. Mix it with a little warm water to soften the food to form the consistency of porridge. We manufacture our food with a best before date of 9 months so by the time a customer receives it there is usually at least 8 months of that time remaining. If stored in a cool dark place and NOT in an airtight container it should last fine opened for most of that time period. In our homes we decant some into a container with a flip top lid so it does not create an airtight seal. The rest we just keep in a cupboard, still in the bag and roll the top of the bag over. Our bags have tiny perforations down the sides to let them breathe a bit. I rescued my dog in April and immediately had him on this mixed with Butchers. He's had a rough life and seems to have acid reflux, so when he would occasionally vomit (like every 45 days) we looked for triggers like fatty treats, stolen food, blood tests etc. All of the natural ingredients retain their flavour, aroma, vitamins and nutritional value this way, as extreme heat isn’t used. These are all essential to growth, digestion and good health. While the general technique of making it is the same that can’t be said of recipes. At Walker & Drake we have developed our own recipe with good meat content and great mix of vegetables and botanicals. Specifically, our recipe is great for ease of digestion and joint care.The ingredients are first mixed together with cold water and then pressed under low heat for a short time. It keeps the nutrients there which are often lost under heat, particularly the ones within the natural oils. The food is complete, so there is no need for any other additions. While meat is always the base ingredient, extras such as broccoli, sweet potato and carrots provide the additional vitamins and nutrients. Cold-pressed dog food is essentially food where the ingredients are gently mixed before being pressed for a few seconds. Meat is cooked to ensure no bacteria before it is mixed with the other ingredients using essential cold-pressed oils. When changing your dog’s food always do so gradually by replacing a little of the current food with Walker & Drake, and increase the proportion over a two week period until Walker & Drake is the only food offered. Remember to always weigh your dog food portions, cold-pressed food is naturally more dense than extruded kibble so it is easy to overfeed your pooch. Transition slowly from the old food to the new food. Dogs often don’t like a change to their routine.

Getting fussy eaters onto a new food can sometimes be a problem. Here are a few tips to help you along the way.Generally, the less the shelf life, the more natural the food is which could make your decision a lot easier. How do I switch my dog to a cold-pressed diet? This method also means that free radicals are not produced. These can often put a strain on a dog’s digestive system and metabolism, so cold-pressed food is ideal for dogs who struggle with issues like digestion, bloat or weight. Absolutely. Many dog owners who feed their pooch a raw diet also use cold pressed as it offers a food that is naturally nutrition complete and is made is a gentle way. It’s the best way of producing a dog food that preserves the nutritional integrity of the ingredients, that’s what. We must be one of very few companies currently building a new pet food facility in the UK but we’re passionate about keeping our production here and having control over all aspects of it. ​ Sourced in the UK

Cooler temperatures also preserve the natural flavours of the food, so while we can’t confirm that they taste like the real deal ourselves, users have commented that their dogs certainly seem to enjoy eating it! What are the benefits of cold-pressed dog food? It is dried, so easy to serve up and monitor how much to serve. Most comes as bite-sized pellets, so it isn’t messy or difficult for any dog to eat. Plus, it is just as healthy as raw food but without the trouble for humans, making it more practical in most cases. The vet has no idea what it is and doesn't seem worried, because I guess a lot of dogs scavenge and throw up, but mine is different: Walker & Drake cold pressed should always stored in a cool dry location away from direct light. DO NOT STORE IN AN AIR TIGHT CONTAINER. Our bags have tiny perforations in them to allow the food to breath. Because the ingredients are gently mixed rather than extruded, it is often more digestible for most dogs. Cold-pressed biscuits fully break down in the stomach within approximately three hours, when they start releasing nutrients. Ordinary dried kibble food can take much longer, firstly swelling in the stomach which can be uncomfortable for some dogs.Overfeeding can result in loose stool and significant weight gain. How long does cold-pressed food keep for? Cold-pressed food is also seen as a great alternative to raw food, for anyone who doesn’t like that idea but wants something a bit more ‘real’. As it is dried, it is a lot more convenient than freezing and defrosting frozen raw food.