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About Tom&Sawyer VetChef Hearty Beef Stew
VetChef Hearty Beef Stew is a gently cooked, frozen dog meal made with ground beef and beef heart, butternut squash, potatoes, carrots and peas.
Created by Tom&Sawyer's chef and veterinarian Dr. Joe Inglis, it is gluten- and grain-free, high in omega-3s and lower in phosphorus to support healthy aging. VetChef pairs it with the Digestion Wellness Booster.
- Beef, beef heart and beef liver as the animal proteins.
- Grain-free and gluten-free.
- Includes anchovy fish oil and the EHS™ blend (chia, glucosamine, turmeric).
| Detail | What you get |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tom&Sawyer (Canada) |
| Food type | Gently cooked frozen meal (complete and balanced) |
| For | Adult dogs |
| Calories | 1,224 kcal/kg, or about 278 kcal per 227g pack and 490 kcal per 400g pack |
| Sizes | 227g or 400g pack; boxes of 12 (227g) or 10 (400g) |
| Storage | Keep frozen; thaw in the fridge |
Is It Right for Your Dog?
A good fit if:
- Your dog loves beef and you want a fresh, grain-free meal.
- You want a meal with omega-3s for an older dog.
Maybe not the best choice if:
- Your dog is sensitive to beef.
- You are feeding a growing puppy as the only food (formulated for adult maintenance).
See the full Tom & Sawyer range for other recipes.
Ingredients
Ground beef (beef meat, beef heart), butternut squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beef liver, sunflower oil, EHS™ blend (chia seeds, fructooligosaccharides, marshmallow root, taurine, l-carnitine hcl, astragalus extract polysaccharide, glucosamine hydrochloride, turmeric), omega-3 fish oil (anchovy source), dicalcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, vitamin & mineral premix (amino acid chelated minerals (zinc, iron, copper, manganese), magnesium oxide, potassium iodide, a-tocopherol acetate, sodium selenite, vitamin B12, vitamin A palmitate, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, thiamine hydrochloride, vitamin D3, folic acid, pyridoxine hydrochloride, potassium chloride), choline bitartrate.
In plain terms: the first ingredients are ground beef, butternut squash, potatoes; the rest is a vitamin and mineral blend that makes the recipe complete.
Guaranteed Analysis and Calories
| Nutrient | As fed | Dry matter (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein (min) | 10.5% | 39% |
| Crude fat (min) | 4.5% | 17% |
| Crude fibre (max) | 3% | 11% |
| Moisture (max) | 73% | - |
Calories (ME, calculated): 1,224 kcal/kg, or about 278 kcal per 227g pack and 490 kcal per 400g pack. VetChef lists about 35% of calories from protein, 40% from fat and 25% from carbohydrates.
VetChef states Hearty Beef Stew is formulated to meet the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.
Dry-matter values are our estimate from the as-fed numbers.
Feeding and Switching Foods
Move packs from the freezer to the fridge the night before. Portion by your dog's daily calorie needs (1,224 kcal/kg, or about 278 kcal per 227g pack and 490 kcal per 400g pack). The feeding chart on the package gives a starting amount, or ask us in store.
Switching foods: mix a little with the current food and increase over 7 to 10 days. Store opened, thawed food covered in the fridge and use it within a few days.
Local Frozen Delivery: Toronto, York Region & GTA
We deliver frozen food Monday to Friday, between 5 pm and 11 pm EST, to Toronto (including Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, and East York), Markham, Unionville, Thornhill, Richmond Hill, Vaughan (Woodbridge, Concord, Maple), Aurora, Newmarket, and Stouffville.
Packages stay frozen or cold for about 10 to 12 hours, depending on the product and the weather. Some thawing on arrival is normal, and it's safe to refreeze. Please bring your order inside as soon as you can after delivery.
Eligible postal codes start with: M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7Y, M8, M9, L3P, L3R, L3S, L3T, L3X, L3Y, L4A, L4B, L4C, L4E, L4G, L4H, L4J, L4K, L4L, L4S, L6A, L6B, L6C, L6E, L6G.
Prefer to pick up? Store pickup is available too. See our Shipping Information page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in Tom&Sawyer VetChef Hearty Beef Stew?
The first three ingredients are Ground Beef, Butternut Squash, Potatoes. The full list is in the Ingredients section.
How many calories are in Tom&Sawyer VetChef Hearty Beef Stew?
1,224 kcal/kg, or about 278 kcal per 227g pack and 490 kcal per 400g pack.
Is Tom&Sawyer VetChef Hearty Beef Stew a complete meal?
VetChef states Hearty Beef Stew is formulated to meet the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.
Do you deliver frozen food near me?
We deliver frozen orders Monday to Friday evenings to Toronto, Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora, Newmarket, Stouffville and nearby areas. Store pickup is also available. See the delivery section above for eligible postal codes.
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