{"id":15085,"date":"2025-02-25T07:11:06","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T15:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/?p=15085"},"modified":"2026-10-30T12:56:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T19:56:31","slug":"gently-cooked-dog-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/gently-cooked-dog-food","title":{"rendered":"Gently Cooked Dog Food"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"15085\" class=\"elementor elementor-15085\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6884b1bb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6884b1bb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3203fdc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3203fdc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"413\"><strong>Summary\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"427\">Curious about what makes gently cooked dog food different\u2014and better\u2014than traditional kibble or raw diets? This article breaks down everything you need to know about how fresh, lightly cooked meals may benefit your dog\u2019s health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"458\"><strong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"458\">Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"660\">\n<li data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"496\">\n<p data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"496\">What \u201cgently cooked\u201d really means<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"549\">\n<p data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"549\">How it compares to raw, frozen, and kibble diets<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"596\">\n<p data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"596\">Why vet-recommended cooking methods matter<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"660\">\n<p data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"660\">The science behind better digestion and nutrient absorption<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"835\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Read on to see why gently cooked food could be the healthiest choice you can make for your dog.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a4387e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3a4387e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At JustFoodforDogs, we talk a lot about how <strong>gently cooked dog food<\/strong> is the best way to maximize the nutritional value of the ingredients. But what do we mean by \u201cgently cooked,\u201d exactly?<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cGentle cooking\u201d is not just marketing jargon. We believe all of the ingredients in our recipes deliver far greater nutritional value when cooked this way. Undercook the food, and you risk the presence of pathogens. Overcook it, and little nutritional value remains. Gentle cooking is the safe, happy medium.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experts at Tufts University\u2019s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine <a href=\"https:\/\/vet.tufts.edu\/foster-hospital-small-animals\/specialty-services\/nutrition\/nutrition-faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">confirm<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cDespite anecdotal reports from pet owners and even some veterinarians, there is currently no evidence that raw diets offer any benefits over cooked diets. However, there is substantial evidence that these diets may be associated with dental fractures, bacterial and parasitic infections and other health concerns in pets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIn addition to food safety concerns, nearly all home-prepared raw diets and many commercially available raw diets are deficient in essential nutrients.\u201d<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is considered overcooked and undercooked dog food?<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-image-14434\" src=\"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/types-of-dog-food-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"types of dog food\" srcset=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/types-of-dog-food-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/types-of-dog-food-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/types-of-dog-food-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/types-of-dog-food.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the overcooked, highly processed corner is kibble. In the undercooked corner is raw dog food.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since high temperatures deplete many nutrients in <a href=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/types-of-dog-food.html\">dry dog food<\/a>, they are replaced with synthetic substances after cooking to make up for it.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/raw-dog-food.html\">Raw dog food<\/a> is, well, raw. There is always a risk of bacterial growth and contamination that may lead to Salmonella or E Coli in both humans and dogs.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There\u2019s a better way<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" class=\"wp-image-14552\" src=\"https:\/\/osfbl01.justfoodfordogs.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/food-bowl-paws.jpg\" alt=\"dog paws near bowl of fresh food\" srcset=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/food-bowl-paws.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/food-bowl-paws-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/food-bowl-paws-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At JustFoodForDogs, we only create what we believe is the best balanced diet for pets. We start with the highest quality, USDA-certified, restaurant-grade meats, fresh veggies, and whole grains, all approved for human consumption. There are no preservatives in any of our meals for dogs.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We cook our whole food diets in small batches in real kitchens, not factories. This is a critical point as it relates to quality control and commitment.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We prepare all our healthy pet food recipes by cooking human-grade ingredients to the minimum allowed temperature to preserve the maximum nutritional value your dog needs. We cook whole grains and fresh vegetables to a very specific point to preserve nutrients and ensure optimal digestibility. This way, a dog\u2019s system benefits from the nourishment these healthy ingredients offer.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our recipes encompass both grain-free and grain-inclusive diets, all formulated to meet and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/has-the-food-youve-been-feeding-your-dog-ever-been-tested.html\">exceed AAFCO standards.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our gently cooked food lineup includes:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turkey and Whole Wheat Macaroni<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/justfoodfordogs.com\/blog\/recipe-homemade-dog-food-with-ground-beef.html\">Beef<\/a> and Russett Potato<\/li>\n\n<li>Lamb and Brown Rice<\/li>\n\n<li>Venison and Squash<\/li>\n\n<li>Fish and Sweet Potato*<\/li>\n\n<li>Chicken and Rice recipe*<\/li>\n\n<li>Tofu and Quinoa<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Suitable for all life stages.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pet parents interested in learning more about study findings of gently cooked dog food may visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justfoodfordogs.com\/research.html\">research page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This content is for informational use only and does not replace professional nutrition and\/or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is not a substitute for specific nutrition and\/or medical recommendations. Please talk with your veterinarian about any questions or concerns.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sources:<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cNutrition FAQs | Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.\u201d 2025. Tufts.edu. 2025. https:\/\/vet.tufts.edu\/foster-hospital-small-animals\/specialty-services\/nutrition\/nutrition-faqs.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summary\u00a0 Curious about what makes gently cooked dog food different\u2014and better\u2014than traditional kibble or raw diets? This article breaks down everything you need to know about how fresh, lightly cooked meals may benefit your dog\u2019s health. 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