Many pet parents ask the same important question: is raw feeding safe? At Naked Dog, we believe the answer is yes—when done properly. Raw dog food is one of the most natural and nutritious ways to feed your pet, but like any fresh food, it’s important to prepare, store, and serve it safely.
That’s why we’ve built safety into every stage of our process. From frozen storage to audited standards, here’s exactly how you can feed raw dog food safely and why you can trust Naked Dog.
❄️ 100% Frozen Chain, from Start to Finish
Our raw dog food stays frozen from the moment ingredients arrive to the second it reaches your freezer.
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Never goes above 0°C during processing
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Instantly frozen to -18°C after packing
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No chance for harmful bacteria to grow
This strict cold chain guarantees your dog’s meals stay safe, fresh, and packed with nutrition.
🏅 Audited to Human-Grade Standards
We’re proud to meet the UK Pet Food Raw Manufacturing Standard—the same level of audit used in human food facilities. This means:
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Rigorous checks on sourcing, handling, freezing, and storage
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Strict hygiene and traceability protocols
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Regular independent inspections
When you choose Naked Dog, you’re choosing raw dog food held to the highest safety standards.
🧪 Tested More Than Human Meat
Safety isn’t left to chance. Every batch of Naked Dog raw food undergoes frequent testing, including:
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Microbiological safety checks
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Nutritional consistency testing
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Temperature monitoring
This means your dog gets food that’s not only safe, but also reliably balanced.
🐾 Why Raw Feeding Is Safe for Dogs
Some owners worry about bacteria, but dogs’ digestive systems are built for raw:
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Stomach acid as low as pH 1 (much stronger than ours)
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A shorter digestive tract, meaning food moves quickly
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Natural resistance to bacteria that might affect humans
Raw feeding is what dogs’ bodies were designed for.
🧼 How to Feed Raw Dog Food Safely at Home
Just like handling raw chicken for your own dinner, good hygiene is key:
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Wash hands before and after handling raw food
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Clean bowls and surfaces after feeding
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Store meals in sealed tubs (ours are resealable and recyclable)
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Keep defrosted food in the fridge for no more than four days
Following these steps makes raw feeding safe, simple, and stress-free.
📦 Packaging Designed for Safety
Our resealable tubs with tight-fitting lids mean:
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No leaks in your fridge or freezer
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Easier portioning
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Safer storage
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Fully recyclable packaging
It’s clean, convenient, and designed with you (and your kitchen) in mind.
✅ Is Raw Feeding Safe? Absolutely—with Naked Dog
To sum it up:
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Frozen and sealed from day one
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Audited to the highest standards
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Tested more frequently than human meat
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Packaged for easy, hygienic feeding
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Supported by your dog’s natural digestion
Raw dog food is not only safe—it’s one of the best ways to feed your dog.
📞 Call us on 01359 242500
📧 Email info@nakeddog.co.uk
📍 Or visit one of our 500+ UK stockists