Product Summary
Feeding your dog means more than just filling her belly. When you choose the right foods, you help your pet thrive and not just survive. Unfortunately, many of today’s commercially processed pet foods are severely lacking in nutrition. So, pet parents who want better for their dogs are increasingly turning to fresh, homemade food.
To help pet parents overcome the challenge of making wholesome homemade meals, a veterinarian and an expert pet food formulator collaborated to develop a complete system to take the guesswork out of preparing nutritionally balanced meals that your dog will love.
With our Meal Mix for Adult Dogs system, you’ll know exactly what and how much of each ingredient to buy, how to prepare them for optimal nutrition and how to make sure it tastes good so your dog will eat it. The two parts of the Meal Mix system offer a total meal plan that provides optimal nutrition for your dog:
- The required online Recipe Creator allows you to customize meals from a variety of ingredients that work best for your budget and your adult dog’s nutritional needs based on his or her weight and activity level.
- Meal Mix, made in the U.S. with human-grade vitamins and minerals, provides additional vital nutrients necessary for creating nutritionally balanced, fresh homemade pet food that you can trust.
The more you can avoid highly-processed, commercially-prepared pet foods, the healthier and happier your dog will be. Enjoy the confidence of knowing you’re giving your dog the very best, and order Meal Mix, and get started with our Recipe Creator below today.
Please Note: This two-part system is designed to work together. It’s important to always use the Recipe Creator tool on www.mealmixfordogs.com when planning and preparing meals for your pet with Meal Mix.
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Product FAQ
Q : Do I need to use the Recipe Creator every time I prepare a meal with Meal Mix?
A : Yes. The recipes you receive from the Recipe Creator are designed specifically for your dog and meet his unique needs based on weight and activity level. It’s the only way you can know for sure that you’re preparing a nutritionally balanced meal for your dog.
Q : Why do the recipes call for supplemental krill or fish oil?
A : Krill or fish oil is needed to meet EPA and DHA requirements. Because it’s impossible to keep the delicate essential fatty acids stable in a powdered mix, we don’t include it in the Meal Mix supplement. To remain viable, these critical fats should be added right before the meal is served. You can choose any marine-sourced oil, such as sardine, anchovy, krill or salmon oil, and rotating oils is a great choice as well. Flax oil and other vegetable sources of omega-3 fatty acids do not provide adequate amounts of DHA or EPA.
Q : Why are you suggesting adding in a vegetable oil like hempseed if I only feed my dog red meat meals?
A : To add the missing omega-6 essential fatty acids missing from red meats. Poultry is a rich source of omega-6 fatty acids, so if you are rotating between red meats and poultry, this addition isn’t necessary. If you don’t want to feed (or can’t feed) poultry, then adding in a source of omega-6 fatty acids is necessary. Our recommended type of omega-6 oil is hempseed oil, but you can use other sources such as walnut, sunflower or safflower oil if you wish.
Q : Why do I have to use lean meats?
A : Usually the cheaper the meat, the higher the fat content. Fat is a great energy source for dogs, but it displaces other key nutrients needed for health maintenance and disease recovery. Essential minerals are in the protein, not the fat. Using fattier meats than what’s recommended means there won’t be enough amino acids and essential minerals in the diet, which is dangerous and unhealthy over time.
Q : Why can’t I use this with my growing puppy?
A : Puppies have different nutritional requirements at different ages of growth. This formula does not account for these different needs. It has been created to meet adult dog’s nutritional requirements only.
Q : I can only afford to feed one fresh meal a day, now what?
A : No problem. Feed as many fresh meals as you can afford. If you feed your dog 14 meals a week and you can afford to make half of those fresh, that’s a 50% improvement in your dog’s overall nutritional intake, which will provide valuable health benefits over time.
If your budget allows you to feed just two homemade meals a week, you might want to consider dividing the meals into snack-size portions and feeding a little bit every day as training treats or on top of your pet’s processed food, which you then reduce in portion size to account for the fresh food being added.
Q : Are there risks to feeding a raw food diet?
A : A quick search of the FDA recall website reveals there are potential risks to feeding all types of dog foods, including raw food. We recommend discussing your pet’s nutrition with a vet who understands fresh food to find out what type of food, amount and feeding frequency is best for your dog.
Most vets discourage raw meat diets if the patient has undergone GI surgery within the last month or has a white blood cell count that is below normal (indicating immunosuppression). Additionally, some oncologists recommend a cooked food diet for dogs undergoing chemotherapy, and then allow a return to raw food after treatment, provided they were eating it before.
If you and your vet decide a cooked meal is best for your dog, you can still use Meal Mix. It will supply the necessary nutrients to make the food complete and balanced. A lightly cooked balanced fresh food diet is still superior to any store-bought foods.
Q : Can i give cooked vegetables, and are there any i should avoid?
A : Yes, this is a popular feeding approach. Some nutrient levels actually increase after gentle steaming (such as lycioene levels in tomatoes). Please avoid using onions as they are toxic to dogs. If you add potatoes, make sure you remove any sprouted "eyes" as they are also toxic to dogs.
Q : Can i add fruit, and what fruits should i avoid?
A : Fruit can be included. We recommend berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries) because they're loaded with beneficial antioxidants for dogs. Pits must be removed from fruits before feeding. Avoid starfruit and rhubarb.
Q : I’ve heard certain dogs must avoid several other foods besides onions? Is this true?
A : If you have a healthy dog, then follow your grandma’s advice and feed a little bit of all of them, except onions. Here’s what we know about some vegetables and other produce:
- Soy and yams have phytoestrogens. Soy is most always genetically engineered and contains anti-nutrients which may be harmful for your dog.
- Cruciferous veggies – such as broccoli and cauliflower –can be goitrogenic, which means they can negatively affect your dog’s thyroid health if fed exclusively.
- Vegetables have different oxalate concentrations, so some dogs predisposed to certain bladder stones do best avoiding high oxalate veggies, such as spinach and beets.
- The lectins in legumes can lead to gastric upset and leaky gut.
- Non-organic wheat, bulgur, spelt, barley, rye and oats contain at least some gluten (you can avoid traces of gluten by buying gluten free oats). When these grains are non-organic they often contain glyphosate, a likely carcinogenic herbicide.
- Some vegetables are sky high on the glycemic index, such as corn and potatoes, while some are very low. Better choices for your dog’s metabolic health include asparagus, dark green leafy vegetables, green beans and zucchini.
- All mushrooms that are safe for people are safe and even medicinal for pets. Mushrooms that are toxic to people are also toxic to dogs.
Q : What if i only want to feed meat (no added fresh veggies or a starch)?
A : The meal is still balanced, but your dog will not get any fiber or roughage, food-based phytonutrients or enzymes present in fresh produce. Research shows dogs consuming a meat-only diet have a less diverse microbiome than dogs fed vegetable matter.
Nature intended dogs to eat small amounts of vegetables. Dogs' wild ancestors naturally consumed the vegetables in the stomachs of their prey. This is why small amounts of vegetables are recommended.
Q : If grains are unnecessary for dogs, why would i add to my dog's food?
A : Grains are typically added to reduce cost. Many people are able to afford fresh meals by offsetting some of the more expensive meats with other foods, such as grains, legumes or potatoes. A fresh diet that includes these foods is more nourishing than a processed diet. Some animals have medical issues that require them to consume a lower protein diet or higher fiber diet. As always, choose organic whenever possible to minimize traces of the damaging herbicide glyphosate.
Q : How much should i feed my dog?
A : See the suggested feeding directions located at the bottom of each recipe page found in the Receipe Creator. Note that depeneding on your pet's weight and activity level, the recipe may yield less than the suggested feeding for your dog. In this case, double or triple the recipe amount for a higher yield, and refrigerate the excess portion for the next meal.
Q : How do I transition my dog onto fresh food?
A : There are many ways to transition your dog, but no one way works for every dog. To know if you’re transitioning your dog too fast or too slow, watch your dogs’ stools. Here are my general guidelines:
- The first step is to make a batch of food. You can calculate how much your dog needs to eat on a daily basis and divide the food into daily portions. Keep a few days in the refrigerator, and freeze the rest. We recommend making only the amount of food your pet will eat within two weeks.
- If you have a finicky dog or a dog with a sensitive stomach, the “slow trick” is recommended: Remove 5% of your dog’s old food and replace it with the same amount (5%) of new food. Watch your pet’s stools. They may become soft for a day, but they should firm back up.
- If stools are normal, replace 10% old food with 10% new food, and watch stools. Continue replacing old food with new food until your dog is transitioned completely onto their new food. If stools soften, simply continue feeding the same ratio of new and old food until the bowels balance themselves, then proceed with the transition schedule.
- Another option is to divide up one freshly prepared meal and give the food as treats throughout the day, then feed him his regular food for the evening meal, or, vice versa, feed their old food for breakfast, then use their new food as treats for the remaining part of the day. Continue this for several days until stools are normal, and then discontinue old food entirely.
- Some super finicky and sensitive dogs may prefer the food cooked, initially, as cooking releases an amazing aroma that dogs find irresistible. If you wean your dog onto cooked meals and then would like to wean them onto raw food, gradually cook the food less and less.
Q : Do i need go stop other supplements?
A : If you're now adding certain nutrients (such as calcium or vitamin D) to your dog's homemade meals as a means of balancing the diet, then yes, you should discountinue these supplements. Meal Mix provides all the required nutrients conveniently in one packet. Continue using probiotics, enzymes, joint or eye supplement, ubiquinol, astaxanthin or medications from your vet.
Q : Can i increase or decrease the amount of ingredients listed?
A : Do not increase or decrease single ingredients in the recipes. This can create nutritional imbalance. If you desire a higher recipe yield, double or triple the entire recipe. This will increase the amount of food while maintaning the carefully calculated nutritional balance.
Q : I am specifying which ingredients i want, but receive too few recipes. How can i access more recipes on the Recipe Creator?
A : If too few recipes are displaying after filtering the ingredients, choose your desired meat and skip to Create Recipe. All the recipes containing that specific meat will display on the page.
Q : Can I use vegetables in season even though there aren’t any recipes on the Recipe Creator with the seasonal vegetables I am looking for?
A : Yes, you can use your desired seasonal vegetable following the “Any Vegetable” recipes. These recipes will list “Any Vegetable” in the ingredient list and can easily be found by selecting “Any Vegetable” when choosing your vegetable option in the Recipe Creator.
Q : What is the purpose of the Meal Mix being in packets? Why isn’t it available in bulk?
A : The individual Meal Mix packets are perfectly measured to provide the appropriate amount of vitamins and minerals to add to the recipes in order to create a nutritionally balanced meal. Just as getting too little of a vitamin can cause deficiencies, too much of a vitamin can cause health problems, and AAFCO has recommended maximum daily intakes for these vitamins. For this reason, Meal Mix packets should not be added to commercial pet food or recipes other than those found on the Recipe Creator, as this could cause a nutrient imbalance over time. Additionally, using a different amount of Meal Mix other than what is directed in the Recipe Creator is not advised for the same reason.
Q : How do i use Meal Mix if i'm also feeding a commercial pet food once a day?
A : Take the daily recommended amount of kibble found on the bag, or directed by your veterinarian, and cut it in half; than take the Suggested Feeding Amount listed on your Meal Mix Recipe and cut that in half as well. Commercial pet food and Meal Mix recipes can be fed together, or seperately throughout the day. Alternatie ratios can also be used, such as feeding one-third of the recommended amount of commercial food and two-thirds of the recommended amount of a Meal Mix recipe each day.
Shipping Policy
Singapore Orders (Non-frozen items up to 3 working days via J&T Express Mon-Fri)
- Non-frozen items could enjoy FREE delivery with orders $38 and above.
- Non-frozen items will be delivered via J&T Express within 3 working days.
- Please note that our delivery vendor will attempt to reach you at the contact number that you've submitted. If no one is present or uncontactable for further instructions, your package will be left at the riser, door, gate, or security. If other arrangements are preferred, please leave us a remark or contact us before your package is dispatched.
Singapore Orders (Frozen items scheduled delivery via Lalamove Sat-Sun)
- This delivery option is not limited to just frozen items, however, if there are frozen items in the same order, it will be processed based on frozen item delivery.
- Frozen items could enjoy FREE scheduled delivery (Sat-Sun) with orders $100 and above.
- Orders cut-off time applicable for FREE scheduled delivery (Sat-Sun) is 6pm previous day.
- Orders made by Fri 6pm will be delivered on Sat-Sun at your selected date and time slots.
- Orders made by Sat 6pm will be delivered on Sun at your selected time slots.
- Frozen items will be delivered via Lalamove at a schedule day and time slots. Scheduled days are Sat and Sun between 9-1pm, 1-5pm or 5-9pm time slots.
- The 9-1pm, 1-5pm or 5-9pm time frame means the delivery will happen anytime between 9-1pm, 1-5pm or 5-9pm as per your selection upon checkout.
- We highly recommend that you choose a date and time slot whereby you can be present to receive the parcel within this time frame.
- Should you have difficulties being present, we can arrange for the driver to hang at your gate, however, our cooler packaging can only allow you to collect the package and store in the freezer latest by 2pm, 6pm or 10pm respectively.
- Please note for frozen item delivery, our delivery vendor will attempt to reach you at the contact number that you've submitted. If no one is present, uncontactable and no other arrangements has been made prior, your package WILL BE RETURNED and an additional $20 will be charged for the re-arrangement of 2nd delivery. If other arrangements are preferred, please inform us before your package is dispatched.
Singapore Orders (Frozen items next-day delivery via Grab Express Mon-Fri)
- This delivery option is not limited to just frozen items, however, if there are frozen items in the same order, it will be processed based on frozen item delivery.
- Frozen items could enjoy NEXT-DAY FREE delivery (Mon-Fri) with orders $134 and above.
- Orders cut-off time applicable for NEXT-DAY FREE delivery (Mon-Fri) is 6PM previous day.
- Orders made by Sun 6pm will be delivered at your selected date Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm.
- Orders made by Thurs 6pm will be delivered on Fri 4pm-8pm.
- Frozen items will be delivered via Grab Express the same day anytime between 4pm-8pm, or you may choose another delivery date between Mon to Fri 4pm-8pm time frame.
- The 4-8pm time frame means the delivery will happen anytime between 4-8pm.
- We highly recommend that you choose a date whereby you can be present to receive the parcel within this time frame.
- Should you have difficulties being present, we can arrange for the driver to hang at your gate, however, our cooler packaging can only allow you to collect the package and store in the freezer latest by 9pm.
- Please note for frozen item delivery, our delivery vendor will attempt to reach you at the contact number that you've submitted. If no one is present, uncontactable and no other arrangements has been made prior, your package WILL BE RETURNED and an additional $20 will be charged for the re-arrangement of 2nd delivery. If other arrangements are preferred, please inform us before your package is dispatched.
Singapore Orders (All items via Self Collection)
- Yes, you may also option for Self Collection.
- Self collection is applicable for all items.
- Self collection are strictly appointment based only, please call or whatsapp us at +6581176177 to arrange.
- Self collection address is at
- 80 Changi Road, Centropod@Changi #02-48, Singapore 419715.
- 330 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, Singapore 560330
Malaysia Orders (Non-frozen items via FedEx)
- Non-frozen items to Malaysia could enjoy FREE delivery with orders $188 and above.
- Non-frozen items to Malaysia will be delivered via FedEx within 4 working days.
- Please note that our delivery vendor will attempt to reach you at the contact number that you've submitted. If no one is present or uncontactable for further instructions, your package will be left at the riser, door, gate, or security. If other arrangements are preferred, please leave us a remark or contact us before your package is dispatched.
- Do note that we are not responsible for any import taxes/duties and other charges, delays, and losses once the package is with our courier partner. Please check with your local authorities for more information on taxes and prohibited/restricted items.
Other International Orders (Non-frozen items via various couriers)
- Non-frozen items to Worldwide will be delivered via various couriers within 15 working days.
- To know the exact delivery duration, kindly email us your address with postal code and we will get back to you soonest possible.
- Do note that we are not responsible for any import taxes/duties and other charges, delays, and losses once the package is with our courier partner. Please check with your local authorities for more information on taxes and prohibited/restricted items.
- Please note that our delivery vendor will attempt to reach you at the contact number that you've submitted. If no one is present or uncontactable for further instructions, your package will be left at the riser, door, gate, or security. If other arrangements are preferred, please leave us a remark or contact us before your package is dispatched.
Return Policy
Generally, all our products are strictly non-refundable nor exchangeable.
However, in the event you received an incorrect or defective item, or any other valid reason that you can't enjoy your purchase, we will provide a refund or an exchange, case by case basis.
All we ask is that when the item is returned, it should meet the following requirements:
- Reach out to us to arrange an appointment to drop off your item at 80 Changi Road, Centropod@Changi #02-48, Singapore 419715.
- Item returned should be in their original & sealed packaging. Broken seals will not be accepted, unless there's a valid reason, based on case by case basis.
- Please ensure at least 6 months of shelf life if it's a perishable item.
- Send us your order confirmation email for refund verification.
Items not eligible for returns:
- Food related, wearables, beds and carriers due to food safety & hygiene reasons.
- Items that are purchased from promotional pricing from all of our sales channels.
- Customers who had a history of returning more than 3 items.
When we receive the refunded/exchange item, we will review the condition of the item, and reach out to you to confirm and issue a refund/exchange within 7 working days. We regret that customers who decline to respect our policy will be ineligible for exchange, returns and refunds.
Do also note that if we find that a product has been intentionally damaged or tampered with, refunds will not be offered.
As generally, returns are not allowed otherwise, please check your order (e.g. type, size, colour, quantity, etc) before checking out. If you need help with any product, chat with us or please send us an email to ask@joofholisticpet.sg