80/20 High Meat Cold Pressed Dog Food - The Raw Feeding Alternative

Raw feeding has genuine nutritional appeal, high meat content, minimal processing, food as close to its natural state as possible. But it also comes with real challenges: freezer space, food safety risks, bacteria management, the complexity of ensuring nutritional balance, and the logistical difficulty of travelling with or boarding a raw-fed dog. Our 80/20 cold pressed recipes were developed specifically for owners who want the benefits of raw feeding without those challenges.

What Does 80/20 Actually Mean?

In cold pressed dog food, 80/20 refers to the meat-to-other-ingredient ratio. Our 80/20 Beef contains 70% beef muscle meat and 8% beef tallow — 80% beef in total. Our 80/20 Duck contains 70% duck meat and 10% from other recipe components, delivering the highest protein content in our range.

This is a fundamentally different composition to standard dry dog food, which typically contains 20–35% meat. The nutritional profile reflects this directly: our 80/20 Beef delivers 48.2% crude protein and our 80/20 Duck delivers 52.2% crude protein — the highest in our range and comparable to many raw feeding options.

Why Cold Pressed Is the Closest Alternative to Raw

The processing method matters as much as the ingredients. Standard dry dog food is extruded at temperatures above 120°C even with excellent ingredients, significant nutrient degradation occurs at this temperature. Cold pressing at under 45°C preserves much more of the natural nutritional value, including heat-sensitive enzymes, proteins and vitamins. The result is a food that behaves differently both nutritionally and digestively breaking down gradually in the stomach rather than expanding like kibble, which is particularly relevant for large-breed dogs at risk of bloat.

80/20 Beef vs 80/20 Duck — Which to Choose?

Both are premium high-meat cold pressed recipes at the same price point. The differences are:

• 80/20 Beef — 48.2% crude protein, 17.9% fat. 80% beef (70% muscle + 8% tallow). The established choice for raw feeders transitioning to a safer format, and for active and working dogs

  
  

• 80/20 Duck — 52.2% crude protein, 17.9% fat. The highest-protein recipe in our range. Duck is a novel protein for most dogs, making it the better choice for dogs with a beef sensitivity or owners wanting to rotate proteins

  
  

Both recipes share the same structure: sweet potato as the primary carbohydrate, a comprehensive superfood and herbal blend, and a full joint care package (glucosamine, collagen, green lipped mussel and chondroitin sulphate). Neither contains grains, artificial additives or filler ingredients.

Who Are the 80/20 Recipes For?

These recipes are the right choice for several distinct groups of dog owners:

• Raw feeders wanting to transition — the high meat content and minimal processing make this the closest dry food equivalent to a raw diet. Many raw feeders transition to 80/20 cold pressed when they move house, have a baby, start boarding their dog or simply want the convenience of a dry food without feeling they’ve compromised significantly on quality

  
  

• Working and performance dogs — the high protein and fat content supports the energy demands and muscle maintenance of working breeds, gun dogs and sport dogs

  
  

• Dogs who don’t thrive on standard kibble — some dogs simply do better on higher-meat food. Better coat condition, more consistent energy, improved stool quality and general vitality are all commonly reported after switching from standard kibble to an 80/20 recipe

  
  

• Owners wanting the 80/20 Duck for protein rotation or beef sensitivity — duck is genuinely novel for most dogs, making it both the best option for dogs with a beef sensitivity and a good rotation protein alongside beef to prevent sensitivity developing

Is the Higher Price Worth It?

Both 80/20 recipes are priced above our standard cold pressed range, reflecting the significantly higher meat content. But the comparison isn’t straightforward: because the food is more nutrient-dense, feeding amounts are lower than for standard cold pressed or kibble. A dog who needs 300g of standard kibble per day may need significantly less of an 80/20 recipe - which offsets the higher bag price over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I transition my raw-fed dog to 80/20 cold pressed? Gradually, over 7–10 days. Start with 75% raw and 25% cold pressed, moving progressively to 100% cold pressed by day 7–10. The high meat content means the digestive adjustment is typically smoother than transitioning from raw to standard kibble — but going slowly still protects against temporary digestive disruption.

Is 80/20 cold pressed a complete food?

Yes. Both recipes are a complete and balanced feed. Unlike many raw feeding protocols which require separate supplementation for calcium, vitamins and minerals, 80/20 cold pressed is nutritionally complete as a sole diet.

Can I feed this to a puppy? Yes — the high protein content is well-suited to growing dogs. See the feeding guide on each product page for puppy amounts by weight. Large breed puppies should be monitored carefully on high-protein recipes to ensure growth isn’t excessively rapid.

Which is better for my dog — 80/20 Beef or 80/20 Duck? If your dog has been on beef-based food before and does well on it, either will suit. If your dog has a known beef sensitivity, or if you want a novel protein with the highest possible crude protein percentage, choose Duck. If in doubt, start with a 2kg trial bag of each and see which your dog prefers.

Both recipes available in 2kg trial bag and 12kg. Delivered throughout Northern Ireland from our base in Comber, Co. Down.