Natures Menu Natural Raw and Cooked Pet Food
Every pet owner wants to feed their dog or cat a diet that truly supports their health and vitality.
For many owners, the ultimate way to achieve this is to feed a highly natural, minimally processed diet. Nature's Menu has been at the forefront of natural pet nutrition in the UK for decades. They are absolute pioneers in raw feeding and high-meat pet food. Whether you are looking to start your puppy on a completely raw diet or upgrade your senior cat to a premium meat pouch, this fantastic brand offers a wholesome solution.
Available at Pets and Friends, this extensive range makes it incredibly easy to feed your pet a diet that closely mimics what they would naturally eat in the wild.
The brilliant benefits of raw feeding
Feeding a raw diet is becoming incredibly popular, and it is very easy to see why.
Advocates for raw feeding highlight the incredible physical transformations they see in their pets. Because raw food is completely unprocessed, the natural proteins, vitamins, and minerals remain completely intact.
This high level of pure nutrition is incredibly easy for your dog or cat to digest. As a result, owners frequently report seeing significantly glossier coats, brighter eyes, and much cleaner teeth. Furthermore, because your pet absorbs so much of the food, they produce much smaller and firmer stools.
This then makes the daily clean up far easier and proves that their body is utilising almost everything they eat.
Convenient raw nuggets for easy portioning
One of the biggest barriers preventing people from trying a raw diet is the perceived mess and preparation time. Nature's Menu completely removes this hassle with their brilliant raw nugget range.
Instead of dealing with large blocks of frozen meat, the food is pre-portioned into small frozen nuggets. You simply open the bag, count out the correct number of nuggets for your pet, and leave them in the fridge to safely defrost overnight.
By morning, you have a completely fresh, natural raw meal ready to pour straight into their bowl. This incredible convenience makes raw feeding accessible to absolutely everyone, regardless of how busy their morning routine might be.
Complete and balanced raw meals
When making homemade raw meals, it can be very difficult to get the nutritional balance exactly right. Feeding just muscle meat is not enough to keep a dog or cat completely healthy.
Nature's Menu provides absolute peace of mind by offering complete and balanced raw meals. Their expert veterinary team blends high-quality human-grade meat with a careful selection of wholesome vegetables, fruits, and essential natural supplements.
This then make sures that every single bowl provides the exact ratio of calcium, phosphorus, and vital amino acids your pet needs to thrive. You never have to worry about adding extra supplements or calculating complex whole prey ratios.
Delicious high meat pouches and tins
While raw food is fantastic, it is not suitable for every single household or travel situation. If you prefer to feed a cooked diet or need a convenient option for a weekend holiday, the Natures Menu cooked pouches and tins are an absolute delight.
Unlike cheap supermarket brands that use processed meat derivatives, these premium wet meals contain up to 80% real, whole cuts of meat. The ingredients are sealed raw inside the pouch or can and then gently steamed. This locks in all the natural juices, intense flavours, and delicate nutrients.
The result is a highly palatable and aromatic wet food that even the fussiest eaters find totally irresistible.
Grain free recipes for sensitive stomachs
Many modern pets suffer from sensitive stomachs and dietary intolerances. Cheap cereals like wheat and maize are common culprits for causing itchy skin and digestive upsets. Almost the entire Nature's Menu range is completely grain-free.
Instead of relying on cheap carbohydrate fillers, they use easily digestible vegetables such as sweet potatoes, carrots, and peas. This provides a slow, steady release of energy without causing unwanted sugar spikes.
By keeping their recipes clean and simple, they offer a soothing diet that is perfect for pets who struggle to digest standard, highly processed kibble.
Raw bones and natural chewing treats
Taking care of your pet's teeth is a vital part of their overall healthcare routine. While brushing is excellent, providing a natural raw bone is one of the most effective ways to support brilliant dental hygiene. Nature's Menu offers a fantastic selection of raw, meaty bones and natural chewing treats.
As your dog gnaws on a raw bone, the abrasive action naturally scrapes away soft plaque and prevents tartar buildup. Chewing also provides immense mental stimulation, which helps to keep your dog calm and happily occupied.
It is also important to remember that you should only ever feed raw bones, as cooked bones can splinter and become very dangerous.
Tailored nutrition for puppies and kittens
Getting nutrition right during the first year of your pet's life is absolutely critical. Growing puppies and kittens require much higher levels of specific nutrients to support their rapid development.
Nature's Menu provides dedicated recipes formulated specifically for your family's youngest members. Their puppy raw nuggets and kitten wet pouches contain the perfect balance of protein and healthy fats to fuel their boundless energy.
They also ensure the calcium levels are strictly controlled to support strong and steady bone growth, giving your young pet the absolute best foundation for a long and active adult life.
Safe handling and hygiene practices
Feeding raw meat requires the same basic hygiene standards as preparing raw chicken for your own family dinner. It is very simple to manage safely. You should always keep the food completely frozen until you are ready to use it.
When defrosting the nuggets or blocks, place them in a sealed container at the bottom of your fridge. Once your pet has finished eating, simply wash their bowl thoroughly with hot, soapy water and wipe down any surfaces the raw food may have touched.
Finally, always wash your own hands after handling the food. When you follow these basic hygiene rules, raw feeding is incredibly safe for your entire household.
How to transition your pet to a raw diet
If you are moving your pet from a highly processed kibble to a natural raw or high meat diet, you must make the change carefully. A sudden dietary shift can easily cause a mild stomach upset.
We recommend a gentle transition period lasting at least seven days. Start by introducing a small amount of the new food as a separate meal or mixing a tiny spoonful into their current bowl. Every two days, gradually increase the amount of Nature's Menu food while decreasing the amount of the old brand.
Taking your time allows their natural stomach enzymes to adjust comfortably to the rich and highly nutritious new ingredients.
Shop the full natural collection online
Providing your pet with exceptional, wholesome nutrition has never been more straightforward. At Pets and Friends, we stock a huge and varied selection of Natures Menu products to suit every single appetite.
You can browse the full range of frozen raw nuggets, premium wet pouches, and natural chewing treats directly on our website. We offer fast and secure delivery to bring this fantastic food straight to your front door.
Do not forget to explore our brilliant subscribe and save service. By setting up a regular delivery schedule, you ensure your freezer and cupboards are always fully stocked while receiving a fantastic automatic discount on every order.
Who Are We - More About Pets & Friends?
We are not just a simple online retailer of pet food and pet products. Oh no, there is way more to us than that.
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Find Expert Pet Advice at Your Local Pets & Friends Shop
While we love seeing you online, you can also pop into one of our nearly 20 Pets & Friends physical shops around the UK for a proper look around.
With a retail heritage dating back to 1974, we have shops across the Midlands, in Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and South Yorkshire.
Our local pet shops are also packed with all the goodies you see here and more.
Plus, our friendly team is always on hand for a chat, and you can use our free weighing scales or book your dog in for a groom at many of our locations.
Who Are Pets & Friends?
Pets & Friends is also more than just a pet shop; we're a community of pet lovers, backed by the experience of our parent company, Pet Store Retail, a family-run business that's been around for donkey's years.
Our whole approach is actually built on providing you with friendly, down-to-earth advice to help you give your pet the best life possible.
Furthermore, we believe that every pet is a friend, and as their owner, you're a friend of ours too. We're passionate about what we do, and we're here to help you every step of the way.
Here to Help, However You Shop
So, whether you're shopping with us online or visiting a store, our customer service team is always ready to lend a hand.
Online, you can easily track your delivery or get in touch about returns.
In-store, our expert team can offer brilliant, practical guidance on everything from finding the right food for a sensitive tummy to fitting your dog with the perfect harness. Feel free to consult our team any time – no question is too silly.
That’s why we’ve put together a huge selection of high-quality dry dog food, making it easy for you to choose the perfect bag of kibble that your dog will love, and that will love them back.
We're also properly trained and genuinely love pets, so no question is too silly. So much so that we are committed to making sure you and your pet have a happy experience with us every single time.
