The average Queenslander spends $150 on pet food a month, with varying costs based on amount, type of food and reporting demographic. At Pawganic, feeding a small dog (20kg median) a complete meal will cost $216 per month, without the need for supplements, treats, dental chews or any extra food. This equals out to $7.20 a day.
We believe that a better diet also leads to less expensive vet bills, medication costs and more — plus, a happy pet is priceless, right? If the cost of our evolutionary range seems too steep for you at the moment, there are plenty of options to make a raw food diet work for your budget.
One. Rotate raw meals.
Our raw range is made of 100% chicken, beef, kangaroo or combination meat and/or bones. These meals are an excellent source of vitamins and micro/macro nutrients, however your pet long-term requires a more diverse diet including vegetation. One option is to combine our raw meals and our enhanced or evolutionary range, one of each per day. This can reduce the monthly cost by $62.
Two. Rotate with high-quality kibble.
We don't advocate for a kibble diet wholly, however supplementing some raw meals with a high-quality, soy, grain, GMO free kibble can help reduce the cost. A well-designed kibble can also provide the necessary additional nutrients for your pet. Rotating kibble and raw food per meal can reduce the monthly cost to $126.30.
Three. Raw meals with vegetables.
Our raw meals can be supplemented with human-grade vegetables: we mean leftover cooked, unseasoned vegetables from dinners, fugly veg from a subscription box or discounted grocery store, or produce that's nearing its end date in the fridge. We also suggest feeding your pet our Pawganics Plus+ Nutritional Supplement which could bring your monthly total closer to $100.
Four. Proper food management.
If $216 suits your budget but you find yourself having to spend more every month, it might be a good idea to check how you're handling the food. Could you be measuring their portions wrong? Or, are you having to toss out food that's forgotten in the fridge or left too long in your pet's food bowl? If you're having to buy extra food to make up for tossed food or mismeasured food, it may be worth investing time in a better feeding system to reduce the financial cost.
Five. Consult your vet.
Whenever you're starting your pet on a new diet, changing their diet or welcoming a pet into your home for the first time, you should consult a trusted vet. If you're interested in the raw food diet but aren't sure that it suits your budget and lifestyle, discuss your pet's needs with your vet. They will provide a solution that works best for you and your pet.
We feel strongly about the benefits of a raw food diet and believe there's a way to make it accessible for everyone. This is just five steps you can take to make raw food suit any budget.
If you have any other tips, let us know! if you're new here and ready to take the leap, enjoy 30% off your first order!