The Meal Mixes are our easiest home cooking solution. You only need to add the protein, water and oil. They have all the fruits & vegetables pre-mixed in to create a complete and balanced meal.

The Essential Nutrient Mix is our foundational nutrient mix. It allows you to cook for your dog from scratch using a variety of recipes. The Essential Nutrient recipes require more ingredients, but give you complete control over your dogs meals. When our recipes are followed, the Essential Nutrient Mix also creates a complete and balanced meal.

Yes!  If the cooking instructions and ingredients are followed correctly, our Meal Mixes and Essential Nutrient Mix are formulated to make complete and balanced meals. Otherwise they are for supplemental feeding only.

To ensure your meal is complete and balanced, you can choose between ground chicken 10% fat content, ground turkey 10% fat content, ground beef 10% fat content, ground lamb 20% fat content and ground pork 14% fat content.  You can use our cod and egg recipe with our Grain Free and Organic Oats and Berries. If you use other proteins the meals will be for supplementary feeding only.

To ensure your meal is complete and balanced, you add Omega Oil when cooking with ground chicken and turkey, and Olive Oil when cooking with ground lamb and beef & cod/ fish.

After adding in your protein, water and oil, let the meal cool before serving. If you pre-made your meal mix and stored it in the fridge or freezer, let it thaw and come to room temperature before serving. When ready, simply scoop the appropriate portion based on the serving guidelines on the package and serve.

For DIY Homemade Recipes Mix use 4% of Nutrient Mix in Recipe by Weight

• Add 1 tbsp (8g or 0.28 oz) of Essential Nutrient Mix

• To 1 cup (200g or 7 oz) of non-balanced homemade meals that includes proteins, veggies & fruits + optional grains

Since ingredients' nutritional profiles will vary with each recipe created at home the nutritional values will vary but on average use 4% of nutrient in meals.

Store in a cool dry place. Good for & months once opened.

Our small bag makes -6.25 kg or 14 lbs of homemade food. Our large bag makes 25 kg or 56 lbs of homemade food.

You can store your cooked meals in the fridge for 3-4 days or the freezer for 90 days.

Store your Meal Mix indoors, in a cool, dark place. Use a resealable container or tightly seal the original packaging after opening. Prolonged exposure to higher temperatures increases oxidation and reduces shelf life, as does exposure to direct sunlight. Refrigeration of the dry powder is not needed.

Our Meal Mixes are formulated for adult dogs. We do not recommend feeding our Meal Mixes as the sole source of food to a puppy.

We recommend adding fruits and vegetables by upcycling from your home. These can include broccoli stems, carrot peels, bruised apples, etc. Always limit these to 10% of the meal and double-check that each ingredient is safe for dog consumption.

Dog Child does not not provide veterinary medical diagnosis and treatment for the prevention, correction, or alleviation of disease. ​Dogs with specific health conditions that require personalized recipes should consult a vet before switching meal plans.

Book a consultation with our nutritionist here: https://dogchild.co/products/dogs-with-health-concerns-nutrition-consult-homemade-recipes-with-certified-canine-nutritionist

It is entirely dependent on what your dog is allergic to. If you are unsure, talk to your vet or consult a nutritionist to find the right blend and protein for your dog.

Yes, Dog Child Meal Mixes are formulated for small, medium, and large breeds.

When feeding your Dog Child twice a day, we recommend the following:

Under 20 lbs - 1 Bag

20-35 lbs - 2 Bags

35-70 lbs - 3 Bags

70- 90 lbs - 4-5 Bags

Yes. In order to have a complete and balanced meal you must add cooked ground meat, oil, and water to your Meal Mix. But if you feed raw you can add it as supplemental feeding.

Yes. Our cooked meals can complement your dog's current food as a topper. Any amount of fresh food can make a positive difference in your dog’s health.

We encourage you to mix up your proteins! Rotating proteins adds variety to your dog's diet and will keep them from getting bored and ultimately make them less picky. That said, if your dog prefers one protein over the others, you are welcome to stick with one!

No. Do not add the Essential Nutrients to the Dog Child Meal Mixes. Our Meal Mixes already have the optimal amount of Essential Nutrients Mix in them. Adding more would unbalance the nutrients and could affect your dog's health.

Yes, when properly prepared they’ve been formulated to meet or exceed the Adult Maintenance Standards.

Our Meal Mixes come in two flavours: Organic Oat & Berries and Mixed Veggie.

Cost Per Meal For a 20 lbs Dog (CAD)

Dog Child Meal Mix ___________ $1.48

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Lean Ground Beef ____________ $0.92

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Homecooked Dog Child Meal ___$2.39

Fresh Food ___________________ $5.17

Raw Food ____________________ $1.27

Premium Kibble _______________ $0.90

Cost Per Meal For a 20 lbs Dog (USD)

Dog Child Meal Mix ___________ $1.11

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Lean Ground Beef ____________ $0.80

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Home Cooked Dog Child Meal __ $1.92

Fresh Food __________________ $2.17

Raw Food ___________________ $1.66

Premium Kibble _____________ $0.86

We ship across Canada and the U.S.

We ship Dog Child products out of Canada and the United States.

For orders under $50 USD & $75 CAD, there is a flat rate of $5 for orders shipped within Canada and the U.S.A.

We offer free shipping for orders above $50 USD & $75 CAD.

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different ground proteins and slowly adding the new diet to their current food.

We suggest mixing something particularly enticing, like oily fish (e.g., sardines) or yogurt, into your dog’s meals. Every dog is different, and some may need a slower transition to home cooking. Here’s a guide to help:

• Day 1: 75% Old Food, 25% Home Cooking
• Day 3: 50% Old Food, 50% Home Cooking
• Day 5: 25% Old Food, 75% Home Cooking
• Day 7: 100% Home Cooking

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help.

Return Policy

We accept returns on unopened bags within 30 days of purchase. A 10% restocking fee and $5 return shipping cost apply. Refunds are issued to your original payment method (excluding shipping) once the return is received and verified.

How to Return:
Contact our support team at woof@dogchild.co within 30 days for return instructions. Package the unopened bag securely in its original packaging.

Guides: All sales of print-on-demand and digital guides are final and non-refundable. If you experience any issues, please reach out — we’re happy to help.

Dog Child’s Meal Mixes are formulated by a team of animal nutritionists and vets. These experts ensure that our recipes are formulated to meet the nutrition pets need to optimize their health and longevity. All ingredients are added with a meaningful purpose.

You can access the full nutritional breakdown and details here: Nutritional Guide

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