Meal combination guide

While freeze-dried treats are not complete meals on their own, they can build balanced diets when combined thoughtfully. Follow these rules: 

1. Muscle Meat (70–80%):

• Examples: Chicken, Kangaroo, Duck Heart 

• Role: Primary protein source for energy and muscle health. 

2. Organs (10–15%):

• Examples: Beef Liver, Goat Pluck 

• Role: Vital nutrients like iron (liver), taurine (heart), and B vitamins. 

3. Whole Prey/Fish (10–15%):

• Examples: Sardines, Salmon Smolt 

• Role: Omega-3s, calcium (from bones), and trace minerals. 

  See the feeding safety guide here on fish

🐾 Example Combos

Use veggies, grains, or oils as per vet-recommended ratios.

For Dogs 10kg (Sample Weight):

• Proteins: 10 pieces of Chicken (Primary) + 8 pieces Kangaroo (Rotational) 

• Organs: 8–10 pieces (3x/week max to avoid vitamin A overload) 

• Fish/Whole Prey: 1–2 Sardines weekly (for omega-3 boost) 

• Extras: Add lentils and pumpkin (~2 tbsp) 

🌿 Balancing Act Tips

• Rotate proteins weekly to avoid allergies and boredom (e.g., Chicken → Kangaroo → Duck) 

• Limit organ meats to 1–2x/week unless vet-approved 

• Fish: Serve 2–3x/week for omega-3s but skip if using salmon oil supplements 

• Goat pluck (liver, lungs, heart): Use sparingly (1–2 tbsp weekly) as a micronutrient booster 

🥣 Portion Chart by Weight

🚨 Three Golden Rules

1. Organs are powerful — Overfeeding liver/heart can cause vitamin toxicity. Stick to guidelines. 

2. Fish bones matter — Our sardines/smolt include soft, edible bones. Avoid adding other calcium sources if serving these. 

3. Hydrate always — Freeze-dried foods absorb moisture. Ensure fresh water is available. 

🐶 Example Balanced Day

For a 15kg dog, mixing Ernie’s products:

• Breakfast:

• 15 Chicken Pieces + 2 Sardines (rehydrated in warm water)

• ½ cup cooked sweet potato + ½ tsp fish oil 

• Dinner:

• 10 Kangaroo Pieces + 10 Beef Liver (hydrated)

• ¼ cup steamed spinach + 1 tbsp goat pluck 

• Treats: Duck hearts (when tested) or salmon skin crisps