RawFest 2021: Celebrating Raw Pet Food

Posted on 12 August 2021
By Dr. Jill Tack, Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor
Posted in Dog & Cat In-Store Events, healthy pet food, Raw Cat and Dog Food, Raw Dog & Cat Food Diet Tips, raw pet food
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Paws up, it's time for RawFest! The main event you've all been waiting for is happening from August 13th-22nd and is filled with a furtastic selection of deals on all things Raw! Check out this week's blog to find out more about this year's Rawfest deals.

Paws up, it's time for RawFest. Join us for a celebration from August 13th-22nd for all things raw! It’s one of the best annual events at The Pet Beastro! Our store team members are huge fans of feeding fresh, raw food to help improve their pets. We each have personal journeys with our pets and how raw food has made improvements with our furkids. Each story is different but very rewarding.

The Pet Beastro Started With Raw Food

My journey started over two decades ago with our family Yorkie, Max, who fell ill at 10 years old with the dreaded cancer diagnosis. Max was my first childhood dog whom I begged for and was over the moon when I finally got approval from both of my parents. He was fun, energetic, feisty, hard-headed, and always ready for a new adventure. Until the day came that he wasn’t feeling well. This led my family on a path to finding natural healing, herbal remedies, and an out-of-the-box solution of raw feeding. Although raw feeding was a newer concept to our family dog, many canines, especially those who live the farm life, have fresh food in their bowl daily. Humans are advised to eat fresh food and less processed options as well to improve their health.

Raw Pet Food Increases Dog And Cat Health & Longevity

The stories I have from almost 25 years of feeding raw, to supporting those who want to feed raw, to those who turned to raw for their pets' health, become raving fans of the fresh food movement. You can visibly see your pet’s health change from improved skin & coat, healthier stools, decreased water gulping, lessened ear infections, reduced gas, increased energy, better digestion, improved breath, and healthier teeth plus so much more!

Each year, our favorite manufacturers support our RawFest event with discounts and savings for our furtastic pet parents! Below is the line-up of our in-store-only offerings for your cats and dogs! These discounts are only available from August 13th - 22nd, while supplies last. No rainchecks. Please read each special carefully.

Primal Pet Foods Toppers for Only $4.99

Primal Pet Foods has complete & balanced food for cats and dogs in several protein varieties. For RawFest they are offering toppers at a great low price of $4.99 for:

20 oz Bone Broth (retail price $12.97 each),
2 lb Butcher’s Blend (retail price $9.99 each),
and 16 oz Fresh Toppers (retail price $8.99 - $12.99 each).

If feeding fresh is a new concept for your pet family, these toppers are a great place to start. You can feed them on their own, use them as a mix-in to your pet’s current diet, or freeze them into an interactive toy for a cool summer treat. These varieties are great for even the pickiest eaters and can be shared with cats and dogs if you have a multi-pet household.

Open Farm Gently Cooked Dog Food: 8 Ounce Packages For Only $1.99

Do you have an uber picky pup at home? Look no further than Open Farm’s gently cooked option. This food has been a life-saver for dogs who like table scraps and other prepared foods. We have the 8 oz packages for $1.99 during our 10 days of RawFest. You can select from:

beef,
chicken,
Turkey,
and surf & turf varieties.

We love the transparency that Open Farm offers in regards to their communication on ingredient sourcing. You can track ingredients from the code on every single package. If this becomes a favorite, it also comes in larger package sizes to please your pup’s palate.

Stella & Chewy’s Cat & Dog Frozen Raw Food Savings of $3-$12

Stella & Chewy’s was one of the first available commercially balanced raw foods in the pet industry. They have definitely grown in the industry but their raw food is still a fan favorite. They have options for both cats and dogs that you can find in our freezer section.

Cat options are packaged in 1 lb or 1.25 lb bags with a $1.00 savings during RawFest. Protein choices for our cat fans are Chicken, Rabbit, or Duck blend.
Dog varieties are packages in mini patties in the 3 lb size or larger 8 oz patties in a 6 lb or 12 lb package. Savings for dog options are $3.00 off 3 lb packages, $6.00 off 6 lb packages, and $12.00 off 12 lb packages. Protein options are Chicken, Surf & Turf, Beef, Duck Blend, Venison Blend, and Lamb.

SmallBatch Cat Food 20% Off

If you are looking for a unique protein variety as well as some classic flavors and non-HPP raw options, then SmallBatch is the purrfect match. We love the variety of proteins and their philosophies on making raw food. SmallBatch has quickly become a fan favorite amongst our kitty friends. Their 1 oz portioned frozen sliders make it a quick thaw option and convenient to feed for cat parents. SmallBatch is offering 20% off:

Flavors for both cat and dog are available in chicken, beef, lamb, duck, rabbit, turkey, and pork.

Northwest Naturals Raw Pet Food 25% Off

Always innovative in protein options, Northwest Naturals Frozen Diets are offered in convenient sizes and portions that are complete & balanced. Each formula is ground, formed, and quickly frozen at minus 30 degrees. The convenient nuggets thaw quickly and are small enough for all pet sizes. You can feed Northwest Naturals as a complete meal or you can add to your pet’s current diet for added benefits. Northwest Naturals is offering pet parents a 25% savings on:

Dog flavors include beef, chicken, turkey, lamb, chicken & salmon, whitefish & salmon, and the newest flavor trout. Cat flavors include chicken, turkey, whitefish, and the newest flavor trout.

Steve’s Real Food Raw Options for 20% Off

Steve’s Real Food has been a staple in raw pet food. The Pet Beastro was the first store in Michigan to carry their amazing products as we realized their ingredients and story fit our promise. With affordable options ranging from 5 lb bags up to 20 lb bulk cases to fit your feeding needs. These frozen complete & balanced diets are specifically designed for cats and dogs. Overall Steve’s Real Food produces a raw diet using whole foods that are known for their nutritional superpowers in order for you to feed a species-appropriate diet. Steve’s is offering 20% off:

Nature’s Logic Raw Pet Food: Buy A 6 lb Bag Of Frozen, Get A 3 lb Bag FREE

Nature’s Logic has been a brand that we have carried since the day we opened The Pet Beastro. Over the years they have expanded into frozen food for dogs. We love the fact that it's easy to mix and match their dry food, canned food, and frozen food as many of the formulas use the same ingredients. They offer 3.2 oz mini patties as well as 8 oz large patties. Each patty is individually wrapped to help with freshness. During RawFest, Nature’s Logic is offering, buy a 6 lb bag of frozen, get a 3 lb bag free. Flavors offered are:

chicken,
beef,
pork,
venison,
and more.

Bravo Raw Pet Food Save $2-$5

Bravo is unique in that they follow the 80 - 10 - 10 guidelines that are often followed by DIY raw foodies. The Bravo blend is a great base mix if you have formulas to add your own supplements to round out a complete diet which is important when formulating what is best for your dog. This blend can also be helpful if you have a multi-dog household and can help reduce costs. Bravo blends are one of the few raw brands that we carry that are not complete & balanced and rely on the pet parent to round out the meal. Bravo blend flavors are:

chicken,
beef,
lamb,
pork,
and turkey.

During RawFest we will be offering $5 savings on 5 lb chubs and $2.00 savings on 2 lb chubs.

FREE Raw Pet Food Samples For 10 Days

If you aren’t sure if your cat or dog will like raw, we also have samples available. We also have representatives from different companies coming in for demo days during RawFest. This gives you the chance to chat with representatives and ask your questions about fresh food. Every staff member at The Pet Beastro has experience with feeding raw food and can answer any questions. If you feel nervous about starting a raw diet or need a bit more guidance, we also offer Nutrition Consultation which allows one on one time with one of our Raw Food Certified team members.