Raw Feeding, Your Way: A Guide to the Big Country Raw Product Line‑Up

Raw feeding doesn’t have to be complicated. One of our core messages is that successful raw feeding is about finding the right balance between proper nutrition, your pet’s individual needs, and your daily routine. Whether you’re feeding a growing puppy or kitten, managing food sensitivities, or simply looking for an easier way to add a little fresh food to your pet's bowl, choosing the right product line makes all the difference. 

Our raw food lineup is designed to support cats and dogs through every life stage, with options that range from fully complete and balanced meals to highly customizable recipes for pets with more specific needs. Understanding which recipe to serve helps take the guesswork out of raw feeding. 

Dinner Recipes 

For canine pet parents looking for the easiest place to start, our Dinner Recipes are often the best choice. These recipes are complete and balanced for both dogs and puppies, meaning no supplementation is required. Each formula includes meat, bone, and organ, our signature fruit and vegetable blend, along with and organic chelated minerals to provide essential micronutrients not readily found in meat alone. Dinner Recipes are ideal for keeping feeding simple and consistent, especially for puppies, seniors, and households that value convenience. They’re also a great way to introduce fresh food as a topper for kibble or canned diets. 

Signature Blend Recipes 

As dogs mature, some thrive on a simpler ingredient profile. That’s where our Signature Blend recipes come in. They are complete and balanced for adult dogs 10 months and older with meat, bone, and organs and no fruits or vegetables. Organic chelated minerals are added to ensure nutritional completeness. For puppies eating Signature Blend recipes, an omega3 source must be added to support proper growth and development. These recipes are particularly well suited for dogs prone to yeast issues or those who do better with fewer carbs, which allows pet parents to feed with confidence. 

Pure Recipes 

For dogs with allergies, intolerances, or very specific dietary needs, our Pure Recipes provide the highest level of control. Each Pure recipe is single‑protein and contains only meat, bone, and organ ingredients, with no fruits or vegetables. Because these recipes are not complete on their own, they must be supplemented with Thrive® Fortify or FortifyRX for a balanced diet. This approach makes Pure Recipes an excellent choice for pets requiring careful ingredient management or guardians who want to customize every aspect of their dog’s bowl. 

XL Recipes 

When feeding large dogs, multiple dogs, or raw long‑term pet parents often look for a more economical option. Our XL Recipes offer complete and balanced nutrition for dogs of all life stages in a bulk format without compromising quality. While slightly different from our Dinner Recipes, they still meet nutritional requirements, with puppies benefiting from the addition of an omega‑3 source for optimal growth. XL Recipes are especially popular in multi‑dog households and for guardians who like to stock up and simplify feeding routines. 

Grab n Go Boxes 

Protein rotation, a crucial part of raw feeding, is easy with Grab n Go boxes. Available in 12‑ and 18‑pound options, Grab n Go offers multiple recipes in one box for built‑in variety. From our bestselling “Big” box to poultry‑free, chicken‑free, and sensitive options, Grab n Go allows pet parents to rotate proteins effortlessly while accommodating picky eaters, food sensitivities, and packaging preferences. Several of these options are suitable for both dogs and puppies, making them an easy choice for growing families. 

Fare Game Recipes 

Cats have unique nutritional needs, and our Fare Game line is designed specifically for them. As obligate carnivores, cats require meat‑based diets without fruits or vegetables. Fare Game recipes are complete and balanced, containing two to three proteins per recipe to encourage natural variety. Available in multiple individual recipes and a Grab n Go box, Fare Game makes it easy to support cats and kittens at every life stage while still offering the benefits of protein rotation. 

Ultimately, there’s no single “right” way to feed raw - only the right approach for your pet. Some pet parents prioritize convenience and complete meals, while others need maximum flexibility for allergy management or prefer bulk options for large households. By choosing the product line that matches your pet’s age, health, and your lifestyle, you can feed with confidence knowing their nutritional needs are being met. 

If you’re ever unsure, the fundamentals remain the same: feed a balanced diet, rotate proteins as much as possible, and tailor your choices to the animal in front of you. When those pieces come together, raw feeding becomes not only manageable but deeply rewarding. 

Key Takeaways  

• Puppies need complete & balanced meals with adequate omega‑3s for proper growth and development – Dinner recipes are ideal. 
• Yeasty or carb-sensitive dogs often thrive on single-protein recipes with no added fruit and vegetables – Blend (adult complete) or Pure recipes + supplementation 
• Allergy management is most successful with single‑protein + supplementation – Pure recipes. 
• Protein rotation supports long‑term resilience and nutritional diversity. 
• Cats require meat‑only, species‑appropriate meals with no fruits or vegetables. 

Explaining our Product Line-up  - What to feed and When 

There’s no single “right” way to feed raw—only the right fit for your pet. 

• Want simple? Dinner Recipes 
• Adult dog requiring low/no carb? Signature Blend Recipes 
• Managing allergies? Pure Recipes + Fortify 
• Feeding big or many dogs? XL 
• Love variety? Grab n Go 
• Feeding cats? Fare Game 

1. Dinner Recipes 

Complete and Balanced recipes for dogs and puppies. No  supplementation is required but for dogs that have specific supplementation needs, all but vitamin and mineral supplements are safe 

Recipes contain meat, bone, organ, and our signature fruit and vegetable blend, as well as organic chelated minerals for micronutrients not readily found in human-grade ingredients. 

Ideal for: 

• Dogs & puppies 
• Keeping mealtimes easy and convenient 
• Fresh food topper 

2. Signature Blend Recipes 

Complete and Balanced recipes for adult dogs older than 10 months. 

To be complete and balanced for puppies, an omega-3 source is required. 

Contain meat, bone and organ, and organic, chelated minerals. Do not contain fruit and vegetables. 

Ideal for: 

• Dogs older than 10 months 
• Dogs prone to being yeasty 
• Dogs requiring a low/no carb diet 
• Fresh food topper 

3. Pure Recipes 

These recipes are single protein, containing only meat, bone, and organ ingredients – commonly called a ratio diet. Pure Recipes require supplementation with Thrive Fortify or FortifyRX (hypoallergenic) to be complete and balanced. 

Do not contain fruit and vegetables. 

Ideal for: 

• Dogs with food allergies or intolerances 
• Dogs prone to being yeasty 
• Pet parents that want more control over fruit and vegetable additions 
• Fresh food topper 

4. XL Recipes 

A larger format using a slightly different recipe than our Dinner recipes with the same premium complete and balanced nutrition for dogs of all life stages – puppies require addition of omega-3 source which is also of benefit to adult dogs. 

XL is a bulk, economy option, great for households that like to stock up, or those with a lot of dog(s) to feed. 

Ideal for: 

• Households with large breed or multiple dogs 
• Budget-conscious  

5. Grab n Go 

Available in 12 or 18 lb options – each containing 3 unique recipes. 

12 lb box contains 4 x 1 lb vacuum sealed packs of each. 

18 lb box contains 9 x 2 lb paperboard containers. 

A great way to get variety in bulk. Options to accommodate every budget and protein preference as a result of food intolerances and picky palates. 

Grab n Go Options: 

Big – recipes contain chicken, turkey, and beef – our #1 seller 

Country – recipes contain turkey and beef – chicken-free 

Red – recipes contain beef, lamb, and pork – poultry-free 

Dinner – recipes contain chicken, turkey, and beef – three Dinner delight and our #1 puppy choice. 

*NEW* Sensitive – recipes contain turkey, salmon, lamb, duck, and pork – chicken and beef free, perfect for sensitive tummies. 

Ideal for: 

• Dogs & Puppies 
• Easy protein variety / meal rotation 
• Pet parents that have a packaging preference (paperboard container or vacuum sealed pouch) 

6. Fare Game 

Complete and balanced recipes formulated especially for cats.  

Contains no fruit and vegetables, as cats are obligate carnivores. 

Each recipe contains 2-3 proteins – making variety easy. 

6 unique recipes 

10 lb Grab n Go box with 3 unique recipes. 

Ideal for 

• Cats & Kittens
• Easy protein variety / meal rotation