Nutrition & Food Safety

CANADA’S FAVOURITE RAW.

More than just a pet food company. Nowhere else can you find a stronger commitment to quality, safety, innovation, and the customer experience - the best in the industry.

HACCP CERTIFIED

An annual third-party audit to maintain certification ensures our products are safe for pets, and their humans.

UNMATCHED SELECTION

From complete meals, to fresh food toppers, bones, milk, and eggs - we have something for every pet.

EXCEPTIONAL VALUE

We aim to be accessible, affordable and convenient without compromising quality or nutrition.

TRUSTED SUPPLIERS

Always human grade, hormone and antibiotic free, from facilities that abide by safe and ethical standards of care.

We take pet nutrition seriously.

At Big Country Raw, pet health and safety are our top priorities, which is why we work closely with our full-time pet nutrition expert and agronomist, Julie Lauzon, Agr., M.Sc.

Julie uses the industry-leading Genesis Food Processor software to formulate recipes that meet all nutritional requirements with precision. Every ingredient is meticulously measured, evaluated, and tested to ensure it meets NRC guidelines, from macro and micronutrients to essential amino and fatty acids.

Julie’s expertise and hands-on involvement in recipe development ensure that each meal is nutritionally complete, safe, and supports optimal pet health—no corners cut, just pure, trusted quality. For more information on raw feeding and more, click here to read Julie’s blogs.

Julie Lauzon, Agr, M. Sc.
Pet Nutrition

HEALTHY. SAFE. CERTIFIED.

At Big Country Raw we believe that providing raw nutrition should never mean compromising on food safety. Food safety and ingredient integrity are the foundation of everything we do. It all starts with the suppliers we use, our certified HACCP ‘kitchen’.

We believe in layers of protection, combining this new technology with:

Human-Grade Sourcing: Only the best ingredients enter our kitchen.
Bacteriophage Technology: Natural, targeted interventions against harmful bacteria.
Strict Certifications: Our facility holds a HACCP third party certification and has been CFIA certified for US exports.
Rigorous Audits: Continuous internal and external testing and cold-chain management.

What truly sets us apart is our innovative and continuous strengthening of our safety program. Unlike traditional methods that rely on extreme heat or chemicals, our pathogen-reduction system is a science-driven approach that prioritizes food safety while preserving the natural enzymes, nutrients, and benefits of raw food.

We use bacteriophage technology - a natural, targeted intervention that significantly reduces harmful bacteria like Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria without compromising nutritional integrity. In 2026, we adopted use of an additional advanced, water-free product decontamination and pathogen-reduction system to ensure your pet’s food remains as nature intended.

These processes create NO residues, NO lingering tastes, NO surface films. Just clean, raw ingredients that meet the highest standards of quality and purity.

Through ongoing monitoring, comprehensive testing, and continuous refinement, we deliver a fresh, raw food diet that pet parents can serve with confidence.

Ask an expert

Our free Meal Planning Tool is the quickest and easiest way to build your raw feeding plan. We encourage you to complete that step first before submitting the form below. Click here to submit a free meal plan!

If your pet has multiple health considerations and you were directed here for more tailored nutritional guidance, please provide all relevant details. We will review your information and get back to you within 24–48 hours.

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