The honest answer#
Raw meat can carry bacteria such as salmonella or E. coli, just as raw meat for human consumption can. Healthy adult dogs have a short, acidic digestive tract that's well equipped to handle this, but that doesn't remove the need for care.
The real risk in most households isn't to the dog — it's cross-contamination in the kitchen. Good hygiene protects everyone, including children, elderly relatives or anyone with a weakened immune system who lives with the dog.
How we reduce the risk#
Our meals are made from quality organic meat, prepared with food-safety practices in mind, and frozen quickly to lock in freshness. They stay frozen right up until they reach you.
Freezing doesn't sterilise food, but it does slow bacterial growth considerably, which is one of the reasons raw feeding, done properly, has a long track record of being manageable at home.
Safe handling at home#
Thaw meals in the fridge, never on the counter or in warm water, and never in the microwave, which can heat unevenly and partly cook the meal. Wash bowls, chopping surfaces and your hands with hot, soapy water straight after serving.
Serve within 48 hours of thawing, and throw away anything left in the bowl after about 20 minutes rather than letting it sit out.
Who should be extra careful#
Pregnant women, young children, elderly people and anyone who is immunocompromised should avoid direct contact with raw meat and always wash hands after touching bowls, bedding or a dog that has just eaten.
If anyone in your household falls into these groups, it's worth discussing raw feeding with your GP or vet first, purely as a household hygiene precaution.