Meat and Bone

23/05/2022

Announcement❗️

I are so sorry to have to do this, but due to some big life changes happening within the Meat and Bone family, I have made the tough decision to press pause on Meat and Bone for the future.

I do hope that we will be back in the not so disatant future, once we have navigated these personal life changes and we can return to providing delicious meals for you dogs and more!

I do want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for you support over the past 7 months, I couldn't have done it without you.

All of our current customers have received messages letting them know that we are closing, but if there are ever any questions please do not hesitate to reach out!

Lots of love,
Kim, George and Henry x

11/05/2022

What's so bad about kibble? 🤷🏼‍♀️
Part 2.

We all want the best for our dogs and that can make selecting the right food a stressful process. If you don't read or understand the ingredients you can be overwhelmed by and sucked into the clever marketing of dog food and treat companies.

If you see any of these 5 ingredients on any dog food or treats, please put it back on the shelf! 🙏🏻

1. BHA/BHT
When you read ingredients that contain antioxidants it, understandably, gives the impressions that it is healthy. Sadly, these synthetic antioxidants are merely used to help stop the fats from going rancid. There are also reports that the amount added to pet foods causes cancer and reproductive toxicant.

2. Ethoxyquin
This is another synthetic antioxidant used to prevent fats from going rancid; usually in foods that are fish-based. It is considered unacceptable in human food but is still permitted in some pet food. It's also used as a pesticide, so you can imagine what it's doing to your pet's health.

3. Meat and Meat Meal
Run far and fast from any product that contains this generic term. It means that the pet food can contain any rendered meat such as expired supermarket meats (including the packaging), euthanised animals, rotting carcasses, road kill and even animal ear tags! It is best to only purchase products that clearly state the meats' source, such as beef, lamb and/or poultry.

4. Sugars
Dog food and treats contain sugars to not only make the food more palatable, but also acts as a preservative. Sugars can contribute to weight gain, diabetes and tooth decay, much like in humans! Sugars can be listed in the ingredients as corn syrup, sucrose, glycerine, caramel, dextrose, fructose, glucose, beet pulp, maltodextrin and molasses. Dogs simply don't need any of these added sugars in their diet.

5. Soy
Although soy is a great source of plant based protein, it is difficult for dogs to digest and can cause bloating and flatulence. It is a cheap protein source used to boost the protein content of lower-quality dog food.

09/05/2022

08/05/2022

Happy Mother's Day to all the mums out there!

Whether your kids are human or fur babies, you guys rock! ❤️

06/05/2022

What's so bad about kibble? 🤷🏼‍♀️ Part 1.

What is kibble?
Kibble, by definition is ground meal shaped into pellets, especially for pet food. The commercial pet food industry is so large and there are so many different companies creating kibble.

Not all kibble brands are bad, there are some that have beneficial ingredients, contain no nasties and are prepared in an ethical way. We will highlight those brands in a later post but for now, here's why the big commercial brands aren't providing adequate nutrition for your pet.

One of the biggest reasons why kibble isn't an appropriate diet for your pet is how processed the ingredients are, many of the nutrients in kibble are lost during the high-heat process, to compensate for this, flavour enhancers and synthetic nutrients are added to replace what has been lost. These additives and other carcinogens are created in this process that could be detrimental to your dog’s long-term health.

04/05/2022

Ingredient of the Month 🐾
Beef 🐄

Beef is usually one of the more affordable meats on the market and is a quality source of protein that helps your dog build muscle. The fat in beef can help your pup feel full and the vitamins and minerals help keep your pups coat and skin healthy.

Beef is high in vitamins and minerals such as, iron, zinc, selenium and vitamins B12, B3 and B6.

17/04/2022

Happy Easter! 🐣

We hope the Easter Bunny made an appearance to everyone overnight!

Just a reminder to not feed your dogs chocolate or hot cross buns as they are toxic 👎🏻

06/04/2022

We have been a bit MIA on social media over the past few days, but we have a good excuse!

Our Meat and Bone family grew by another 4 legs over the weekend, and Henry has joined our family!

Stay tuned for updates and puppy content! 🐾

27/03/2022

Do we all have dogs that get jealous of us petting other dogs? 😂

24/03/2022

One of the biggest things that I get asked from pet parents new to the world of raw feeding is "what is so bad about kibble?"

Over the next few posts, I will be going into reasons as to why kibble isn't the best diet for your pets, and some alternatives if you aren't ready for a fully raw diet 🦴

If there are any specific questions you would like answered, please let me know!

22/03/2022

Did you know that we can accommodate any allergies, intolerances, or other needs or issues that your dog may have?

Just let us know when ordering and we will help where we can! You will be amazed at what feeding the right diet for your dog can do for them 🐾

21/03/2022

Another fortnight's worth of orders going out today! We hope you enjoy them as much as George enjoys his meals 🐾

17/03/2022

Bone Price Update❗️

We have had a slight increase to our bone prices due to a supplier increase 😊

15/03/2022

Ingredient of the Month 🐾
Kangaroo 🦘

Kangaroo has many advantages as an ingredient in dog food. It is an ideal source of protein and is considered to be naturally the leanest red meat protein available.

Kangaroo meat also has among the best levels of zinc and iron of any meat on the market.

The importance of zinc is that it is critical for the correct function of cell membranes. It also supports a dog’s immune responses to disease, making sure they quickly recover from any wounds they may suffer over the course of their life.

The primary function of iron is to combine with both copper and protein to create haemoglobin. This is the oxygen-carrying molecule that is found in red blood cells. If a dog is deficient in iron it can lead to anaemia, this can not only hinder a dog’s growth rate but also weaken the animal’s immune system.

22/02/2022

Ingredient of the Month 🐾
Kefir 🥛

Kefir is in simple terms, a fermented yoghurt, and is also a probiotic.

The term probiotic refers to the beneficial bacteria that live in the GI tract in humans and animals. There are billions of probiotic bacteria are naturally found in your dog’s gut.

These bacteria work together to help your dog digest food, make vitamins, and strengthen your dog’s immune system. Sometimes the amounts and type of bacteria can change in your dog and this can make them sick.

Some things can cause damage to healthy bacteria and disrupt the balance between healthy and harmful microbes in your dog’s gut, such as, antibiotics, stress, eating spoiled food, parasites, infection, new food, old age, or food allergies.

Kefir’s real super power lies in its probiotic content. Containing as many as 61 different strains of bacteria and yeast, kefir supports and boosts gut health, and even protects against against infection by preventing harmful bacteria like Salmonella and E. coli from developing.

Nutritionally, kefir is an excellent source of protein, calcium and vitamin K, these are nutrients that support bone health. It also contains vitamins B12 and B2, which help the body to metabolize fat and protein, and minerals like magnesium and potassium.

20/02/2022

Another week of orders out! 🤩

We have some new customers on board this week and we are so excited to see then thrive on their new food! 🐾

31/01/2022

Last Monday's deliveries was our biggest fortnight yet! 🥳

A huge thank you to everyone that has ordered from us, shared our posts or even just followed us. We appreciate you! 🤎

20/01/2022

Ingredient of the Month 🐾
Broccoli 🥦

Broccoli has so many nutritional benefits and is a key staple in our recipes for this reason.

Broccoli prevents oxidative stress which is a major cause of cancer and chronic diseases. It contains high levels of vitamin C which is an antioxidant and therefore will help combat oxidative stress!

Broccoli also has the power to assist in the reduction of inflammation throughout the body. Inflammation is the body's natural process that helps your dog heal, but chronic inflammation can lead to diseases such as arthritis, allergies, asthma, dementia, and cancer.

16/01/2022

We're back! 🤩

Happy New Year to all of our followers, we hope you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year.

The first lot of our 2022 orders went out last week and we are so excited for what this year will hold for Meat and Bone 🐾

24/12/2021

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas filled with food and memories! 🎄

Meat and Bone will be taking a break from social media until the New Year when we will be back and ready to offer new and exciting things! 🤩

08/12/2021

Ingredient of the Month 🐾
Carrots 🥕

Carrots are quite nutrient dense! They contain vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and K, potassium, beta-carotene, calcium, niacin, phosphorus, and magnesium.

Carrots are also very rich in soluble fibre, which is great for digestive health!

TIP! You can freeze carrots to add another level of mental stimulation for your pup! 🥶

06/12/2021

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02/12/2021

December & January Orders 🐾

🎄Christmas is right around the corner, and many businesses are taking a well deserved break, this includes our suppliers!

If you are wanting to place an order between now and the end of January, please let me know ASAP so I can preorder enough supplies to fulfil your order.

For my regular customers, I will be reaching out over the next few days to confirm your orders for this period! 🐾

28/11/2021

We have upgraded our packaging! 🥳

Huge shoutout to the team PREPAC PTY LTD for helping us out! 🤎

Anyone with an order going out today is getting the new packaging for the first time! We are so excited to hear what you guys think! 🐾

21/11/2021

Happy Sunday!
Just a reminder that orders need to be in by tomorrow night for next fortnight’s schedule (orders will be delivered 29th Nov).
Let me know if you have any questions! 🐾

17/11/2021

Price list for our new raw bones! 🦴

These will be available to purchase from tonight and will be delivered on a fortnightly basis (the same day our meals are delivered), the next delivery date will be the 29th November.

If anyone has any questions or wants to place an order, please reach out! 🐾

Happy shopping! 🛒

15/11/2021

Another week of orders done! 👏🏻

Thank you again for the continual support for this small business!

A friendly reminder that orders for next fortnight's run (delivered 29th November) need to be in by Monday 22nd 🐾

12/11/2021

New Product Alert! 🎉

We will now be selling a variety of raw bones 🦴 These will be available to purchase from 29th November on a fortnightly basis!

More details and pricing to come! 🐾

12/11/2021

INGREDIENT OF THE MONTH 🐾
Spinach 🥬

Spinach contains large amounts of vitamins A, B, C, and K. It also contains antioxidants, beta-carotene, and roughage, which stimulate the digestive tract.

Spinach is quite dense in iron and magnesium which are vital for many bodily functions!

It is thought that by feeding spinach on occasion, that you can help fend off cancer, inflammatory and cardiovascular issues. There is also the potential to raise energy levels and immunity.

06/11/2021

Happy Saturday!

Just a reminder that orders need to be in by Monday for next fortnight’s schedule (orders will be for 15th Nov).

Let me know if you have any questions! 🐾

03/11/2021

Bacteria is everywhere. Fresh food is not sterile and will contain bacteria just like there are bacteria that make up every human’s digestive tract.

When it comes to raw feeding, there are quite a few misconceptions around bacteria and their risks involved. Salmonella is the bacteria that tends to cause the biggest concerns.

In short, as long as the food is prepared and stored correctly, the risks are quite minimal. Salmonella is actually more of an issue for humans than it is for carnivorous pets.

There are a few reasons why the risks are quite minimal, firstly, the pH level of dog's and cat's stomach is quite acidic (1-2) but salmonella can only survive in a more alkaline environment (pH of 3.8+), secondly, dogs and especially cats have a short digestive tract (food is fully processed in 6-8hrs) but salmonella requires an incubation period of over 8hrs.

To reduce risks for humans, it is important to ensure that safe food handling practices are put in place when preparing and serving raw food to pets. 🐾

02/11/2021

The last of our orders went out this morning and I cannot thank everyone enough for their love and support over the past few weeks!

It is fair to say that after this weekend's excitement, nerves and hard work putting everything together that we are exhausted!

Thank you again for helping make dreams come true! 🐾

27/10/2021

Thank you to everyone that entered the giveaway for our official launch!

Congratulations to Renee Lea for winning!

We will be in contact with you this afternoon to organise your prize! 🐾

25/10/2021

Thank you to everyone that has followed, messaged and ask questions in the last few days.

Due to us receiving an influx of new followers in the past few days, we have decided to extend our last day for orders out to Wednesday 27th October.

Anyone wanting to order for their boxes to be delivered on our launch day (1st November) will need to have their order placed by Wednesday so we can collect from our suppliers and start creating everyone’s tailored boxes.

Please send us a message to place your order!

Again, we appreciate your support! Let me know if you have any questions! 🐾

21/10/2021

🐾 GIVEAWAY

To celebrate our launch on 1st November, we are giving away one of our transition packs!

How to Enter 📨
1. Like our page
2. Like and share this post
3. Tag a friend in the comments (1 comment = 1 entry)

To be eligible for the prize, you need to be located within our delivery range or able to pick up from Drouin, VIC.

Entries close on Tuesday 26th October, with the winner being announced on 27th October!

Good luck 🐾

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