About Primal Raw Turkey & Salmon Nuggets
Primal Turkey & Salmon Nuggets are frozen raw dog food in bite-sized, 1 oz nuggets, made with cage-free turkey and salmon. Feed them as a complete meal for adult dogs, or use a few as a mixer or topper on kibble.
Primal freezes the food raw and minimally processed, and uses organic fruit and vegetables. There are no synthetic vitamins or minerals.
| Detail | What you get |
|---|---|
| Brand | Primal Pet Foods (made in the USA) |
| Food type | Frozen raw nuggets |
| Life stage | Adult dogs |
| Calories | 41 kcal per nugget (about 1 oz) |
| Size | 3lb resealable bag |
| Main proteins | Cage-free turkey, salmon |
Is It Right for Your Dog?
A good fit if:
- Your dog does well on poultry and fish.
- You want raw food made with cage-free turkey raised without antibiotics, steroids or added hormones.
- You'd like organic produce and no synthetic vitamins or minerals.
Maybe not the best choice if:
- Your dog is sensitive to turkey, poultry or fish.
- You're feeding a puppy. This recipe is for adult dogs; see Primal's puppy recipes instead.
- You'd rather not handle frozen raw food. Try Kibble in the Raw.
Ingredients
Turkey (with ground bone), Salmon, Turkey Livers, Organic Squash, Organic Kale, Organic Carrots, Organic Apples, Organic Parsley, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Broccoli, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Dried Yeast, Montmorillonite Clay, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Fish Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Dried Organic Kelp, Taurine.
In plain terms: turkey (bone included for natural calcium), salmon and turkey liver, plus organic vegetables, fruit and seeds. Primal adds no synthetic vitamins or minerals; the nutrients come from whole foods.
Guaranteed Analysis and Calories
| Nutrient | As fed | Dry matter (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein (min) | 13% | 50% |
| Crude fat (min) | 7% | 27% |
| Crude fibre (max) | 2% | 8% |
| Moisture (max) | 74% | — |
Calories: 41 kcal per nugget (one nugget is about 1 oz). Primal doesn't publish a kcal/kg figure for this recipe.
Primal states the food is complete and balanced for adult dogs.
Feeding and Switching Foods
- Keep frozen. Thaw in the fridge (about 10 hours) and serve only when fully thawed. Never microwave.
- Thawed food stays fresh in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- Use a stainless steel bowl and wash hands and surfaces after handling raw food.
- Feed as a complete meal, a mixer or a topper. Amounts depend on weight, age and activity; use the feeding guide on the bag or Primal's feeding calculator.
- When switching, start small and increase a little each day over 7–10 days.
Shipping and Pickup
Available for delivery and store pickup. See our Shipping Information page for delivery areas and times.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Primal Turkey & Salmon Nuggets?
41 kcal per nugget. Each nugget is about 1 oz.
How do I thaw the nuggets?
Thaw in the fridge for about 10 hours and serve when fully thawed. Don't microwave raw food.
Is it okay for puppies?
Primal makes this recipe for adult dogs. For puppies, look at Primal's puppy recipes.