About Primal Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets Duck Recipe
Primal Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets Duck Recipe is a freeze-dried raw dog food in nugget form, made from duck, turkey and wild-caught Pacific whiting with organs, ground bone and organic produce. Primal changed this recipe: it used to be duck only, and it now includes turkey and fish. If your dog avoids poultry or fish, please read the ingredients below.
It is complete and balanced for adult dogs (AAFCO Adult Maintenance), made in the USA with cage-free duck raised without antibiotics, steroids or added hormones, and no synthetic vitamins or minerals.
| Detail | What you get |
|---|---|
| Brand | Primal Pet Foods (made in the USA) |
| Food type | A freeze-dried raw dog food in nugget form |
| Life stage | Adult dogs (AAFCO Adult Maintenance) |
| Main proteins | Duck, turkey, Pacific whiting (fish) |
| Calories | 4,758 kcal/kg (48 kcal per nugget) |
| Size | 156g (5.5oz) and 390g (14oz) bags |
Is It Right for Your Dog?
A good fit if:
- You want raw nutrition from whole foods with no synthetic vitamins or minerals.
- Your dog does well on poultry and fish.
- You want a recipe that works as a full meal or a topper.
Maybe not the best choice if:
- Your dog is allergic or sensitive to poultry (duck or turkey) or fish. This recipe is no longer duck-only.
- You need a single-protein raw diet. Look at Primal Freeze-Dried Lamb Nuggets or Venison Nuggets, and check the ingredient list before switching.
- Your dog is on a vet-prescribed diet. Ask your vet first.
Ingredients
Duck (with ground bone), Turkey (with ground bone), Pacific Whiting, Turkey Gizzard, Turkey Livers, Organic Carrots, Organic Squash, Organic Kale, Organic Apples, Organic Parsley, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Broccoli, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Organic Sunflower Oil, Dried Yeast, Montmorillonite Clay, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Fish Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Rosemary Extract, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Dried Organic Kelp, Taurine.
In plain terms: duck, turkey and Pacific whiting with ground bone, turkey gizzard and liver, organic vegetables, fruit and seeds, and natural sources of vitamins and minerals (kelp, alfalfa, fish oil). Taurine is added.
Guaranteed Analysis and Calories
| Nutrient | As fed | Dry matter (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min.) | 41% | 44.6% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 32% | 34.8% |
| Crude Fibre (max.) | 4% | 4.3% |
| Moisture (max.) | 8% | – |
Calories: 4,758 kcal/kg (48 kcal per nugget), calculated metabolizable energy. Dry matter values are our estimate.
Primal Pet Foods Freeze-Dried Raw Nuggets Duck Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Adult Maintenance.
Feeding and Storage
Daily amounts for adult dogs, from the bag. Adjust for age, activity and body condition, or use Primal's feeding calculator at primalpetfoods.com.
| Dog weight | Daily nuggets |
|---|---|
| 5–10 lb | 4–6 |
| 10–20 lb | 6–10 |
| 20–40 lb | 10–17 |
| 40–60 lb | 17–23 |
| 60–80 lb | 23–29 |
To serve: crumble the nuggets and rehydrate with warm water, bone broth or goat milk (about one tablespoon of liquid per nugget), or serve dry as a topper. A 14oz bag makes about 1¼ lb of food. Store the sealed bag in a cool, dry place and refrigerate rehydrated food, using it within a few days.
Use stainless steel bowls; plastic and porcelain can trap germs. When switching from another food, mix it in gradually over 7–10 days.
Safe handling: wash hands, surfaces, utensils and bowls with hot, soapy water after handling raw food. Keep it away from other foods and out of reach of young children.
Shipping and Pickup
Available for delivery and store pickup. See our Shipping Information page for delivery areas and times.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this still a duck-only recipe?
No. Primal now makes it with duck, turkey and Pacific whiting (a fish), plus turkey gizzard and liver. Dogs with poultry or fish allergies should avoid it.
Is it a complete meal?
Yes. It is formulated for adult maintenance under AAFCO, so you can feed it as a full meal, or use it as a topper.
How many calories does it have?
4,758 kcal/kg (48 kcal per nugget), calculated metabolizable energy.
Do I need to rehydrate the nuggets?
Rehydrating with warm water, broth or goat milk is recommended, about one tablespoon of liquid per nugget. They can also be crumbled dry over food as a topper.