Pork Kidney
What is Pork Kidney?
Kidney is a secreting organ that filters waste and regulates the blood's salt and water levels. It stores and filters blood and provides white blood cells to fight infection. Find more about it on the #feedreal dog food glossary, pork kidney.
single ingredient
thinly sliced
air-dried in 48 hours
no preservatives
Real Dog Box’s Pork Kidney are freshly air-dried in San Diego.
The Real Dog Box kitchen is located in San Diego, CA. All of our food is sourced from American ranchers, farms, or distributors. We receive our meat in raw form, prepare them by hand and gently dry them in our patent-pending air driers. We pack and ship it all as soon as it is ready to make sure we are feeding your dog food as fresh as possible.
9 Reasons to Feed Pork Kidney
Can my dog eat Pork Kidney?
It’s rare that dogs cannot consume pork kidney due to a protein intolerance. However, if your dog is a Dalmatian or another dog that requires a low purine diet, organ meats generally may not be the best choice.
Why should I feed Pork Kidney?
Pork Kidney is an excellent source of iron, folate, zinc, B12, and many other minerals and trace elements. Kidney is a nutrient-rich organ often overlooked.
Can dogs have Pork Kidney allergies?
Dogs can have allergies or sensitivities to pork; however, many dogs that are sensitive to cooked pork protein have no reaction to the raw or dried protein.
TIPS & RECIPES
Mental enrichment Sprinkle on a lick mat and use kefir, Greek yogurt, or goat milk as the 'glue.' Freeze for a tasty treat and mental stimulation.
DIY meal Include in your dog’s raw diet as his 5% secreting organ content. Remember moisture is lost during the air-dry process.
Meal top Level up your dog's bowl by sprinkling pork kidney on top of your dog’s bowl. This can be especially helpful with picky eaters.
Use as high value training treats Simple to feed, break into as small as you want.
Softer treats Rehydrate the treats in warm water for 2-3 minutes to create softer, meaty treats. This is helpful for senior dogs or those with dental challenges.
Pup cake decor One of favorite nutrient-rich garnishes for a pup cupcakes!
INGREDIENTS
100% pork kidney. Nothing else.
Guaranteed Analysis
crude protein64.73% min
crude fat18.29% min
crude fiber<1% max
moisture11.76% max
calories286 k/cal per bag
net weight
Each 2 oz bag is made from approximately 14 oz of raw pork kidney.
According to TCM, pork is considered a NEUTRAL protein. Read more about TCM here.
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Shelf Life & Storage
How do I feed Pork Kidney?
Introduce slowly. Feed 1-3 pieces daily as a training treat or add them to your dog's daily meals.
Organs are very rich and nutrient dense which makes them easy to overfeed. Be sure to introduce gradually. Remember that dried treats look smaller because the moisture has been removed.
Each 2oz bag is made from 14oz of raw pork kidney.
FUN FACT
Because of its filtering duties, the strong stench of urine and blood is common when processing raw organs.
