Northwest Naturals Freeze-Dried Duck Recipe Raw Diets for Cats (11 oz)

Complete Carnivore Nutrition, Freeze-Dried for Convenience

Product Description

If you’ve been looking for a raw diet that’s actually easy to feed, this duck recipe is worth a shot. It’s built around cage-free duck – muscle meat, organs, and ground bone, with no grains, gluten, or fillers added. Each batch is freeze-dried at peak freshness, keeping the nutrition locked in without needing refrigeration. Serve it as a full meal, a topper, or a treat, it works for cats at every life stage.

Benefits

Meat-First, Always: Duck muscle meat, organs, and ground bone make up the bulk, no plant-based fillers or padding.

Clean Sourcing: The duck is cage-free, raised without antibiotics or added hormones, and USDA-inspected throughout production.

No Grains or Gluten: Grain-free and gluten-free from the start, a good fit for cats prone to food sensitivities.

Nutrients Stay Intact: Freeze-drying locks in what matters, vitamins, minerals, and natural flavor without heat damage.

Stays Fresh on the Shelf: Keeps for up to 2 years before opening, no freezer needed, great for travel or stocking up.

Kittens to Seniors: Meets AAFCO nutritional standards across all life stages, so there’s no need to switch formulas as your cat ages.

Ingredients

Duck with Ground Bone, Duck Heart, Duck Liver, Egg, Gelatin, Water, Dulse Powder, Dried Kelp, Ground Flaxseed, Organic Psyllium Husk Powder, Salmon Oil, Inulin, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Taurine, Vitamin B Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Mixed Tocopherols (as preservative), and Vitamin D3 Supplement.

Calorie Content

ME 4905 kcal/kg, 173 kcal/oz

Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient	Value (%)
Crude Protein (min)	35.0%
Crude Fat (min)	30.0%
Crude Fiber (max)	5.0%
Moisture (max)	5.0%

How to Use

Recommended-Usage Chart

Cat Weight	Daily Amount
5 lbs	0.5 cups
10 lbs	1 cup
14 lbs	1.25 cups
16 lbs	1.5 cups
18 lbs	1.75 cups
20 lbs	2 cups

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet’s health.

Directions for Use

Serving it dry: Just pour the nibbles into a stainless steel bowl – no prep needed when serving as a treat or topper.

Rehydrating the food: Add about 1/4 cup of warm water to every 1/2 cup of nibbles and let it sit before serving.

Adult cats: Split the daily amount into 2 meals, usually morning and evening.

Kittens and nursing cats: Feed about double the normal daily amount and divide it into 3-4 small meals to match their higher energy needs.

Switching from another food: Start with 25% of this food mixed with the current food, then slowly increase it over 7-10 days until fully switched.

Additional Information

Precautions

Wash Your Hands: Raw pet food can carry bacteria, wash hands well with soap and warm water after every handling session.

Go Slow With New Food: Switching too fast can upset your cat’s stomach; phase in the new food over at least 7 to 10 days.

Check With Your Vet First: If your cat has existing health issues or food allergies, loop in your vet before making the switch.

Storage Instructions

Before You Open It: Keep the sealed bag somewhere cool and dry, it’ll stay good for up to 2 years without refrigeration.

Once Opened: Reseal tightly after each use and finish it within 1 to 2 months for the best quality and freshness.

No Fridge Required: The freeze-dried format is shelf-stable, so you don’t need to refrigerate it until you add water to it.

Rehydrated Portions: If your cat doesn’t finish the rehydrated food, refrigerate the leftovers and use them within 24 hours.