On this page14 sections
- Ratings and complaints
- Raised Right vs. competitors
- Pricing
- Step by step
- Raised Right legitimacy and licensing
- How much Raised Right costs
- Safety testing and recall history
- Recipes and ingredients
- Complaints and drawbacks
- Cancelling, pausing and refunds
- Switching your pet safely
- What customers say
- Alternatives
- FAQ
Raised Right suits owners who want a low-carb, limited-ingredient fresh diet and can budget for it; ask your vet before switching a pet with a medical condition. It is a legitimate, family-run fresh pet food company in Rye, New York, and its safety record is a real strength: it lab-tests every batch for pathogens, holds food until results clear, and we found no recalls in FDA records or on Dog Food Advisor's tracker. The tradeoff is price and hassle: 1 lb bags cost $10.99 to $12.99 (air-dried $29.99), smaller boxes carry a shipping fee, and everything ships frozen.
- Price
- $11.99 per 1 lb bag for most dog, puppy and cat recipes; $10.99 for 16-bag pâté boxes; $12.99 for veterinary support recipes; $29.99 per 16 oz air-dried bag, as listed October 20261
- Shipping
- Free on 16-bag boxes; $9.99 on 8-bag boxes and $12.99 on 4-bag boxes; Alaska and Hawaii by quote; no P.O. boxes1
- Recipes
- Adult dog (beef, chicken, turkey, pork), puppy, dog and cat pâtés, adult cat, kidney and pancreatic support for dogs, and air-dried dog food1
- Safety testing
- Every batch lab tested for pathogens such as E. coli, salmonella and listeria, with a hold and release program; results posted by batch2
- Recall history
- No recalls found in FDA enforcement records or noted by Dog Food Advisor as of October 20265
- Formulation
- Formulated with veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker and formulator Steve Brown; most recipes under 2% carbohydrates; recipes meet AAFCO profiles for their life stage2
- Refund policy
- Refund on your pet's first box within 14 days if not satisfied; send a photo of the remaining bags (no returns of frozen food)3
- Company
- Raised Right Pets LP, P.O. Box 610, Rye, NY; co-founded by the Ruud family (Braeden, Larry and Ann Ruud)4
Pros
- Every batch lab tested for pathogens before it ships
- No recalls found in FDA records or on Dog Food Advisor
- Limited ingredients with one animal protein; most recipes under 2% carbs
- Dog, puppy, cat and veterinary support recipes
- Prices posted openly per bag
Cons
- $10.99 to $12.99 per pound adds up fast for large dogs
- Shipping fees on 4- and 8-bag boxes
- Frozen food needs freezer space and thawing
- Few independent customer reviews outside its own site
- Refund guarantee covers only the first box, within 14 days
Best for: Owners of small to mid-size dogs or cats who want a low-carb, limited-ingredient fresh diet with strong safety testing and can budget about $11 to $12 a pound.
Skip it if: You feed a large dog on a tight budget, lack freezer space, or want an independently reviewed brand with thousands of third-party reviews.
Raised Right vs. competitors
| Company | Cat food | Vet support diets | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raised Right | Yes | Kidney and pancreatic support for dogs | Online and in stores (store locator) |
| The Farmer's Dog | No, dog food only | Not listed | Delivered direct after you build a plan |
| Nom Nom | Not listed on its site | Not listed | Online plans and retail stores; part of Mars Petcare |
| JustFoodForDogs | Yes (Just Cats line) | Yes | Online, retailers and 12 open kitchens |
Raised Right pricing at a glance
Raised Right box prices, as listed October 20261
| Box | Per bag | Shipping | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 bags, dog, puppy or cat recipes | $11.99 | $12.99 | $60.95 |
| 8 bags, dog, puppy or cat recipes | $11.99 | $9.99 | $105.91 |
| 16 bags, dog, puppy or cat recipes | $11.99 | Free | $191.84 |
| 16 bags, dog pâté recipes | $10.99 | Free | $175.84 |
| 4 bags, veterinary support | $12.99 | $12.99 | $64.95 |
| 16 bags, veterinary support | $12.99 | Free | $207.84 |
| 1 bag, air-dried dog food (16 oz) | $29.99 | $7.99 | $37.98 |
| 6 bags, air-dried dog food | $29.99 | Free | $179.94 |
Bags weigh 1 lb except where noted. Monthly cost depends on your pet's calorie needs: for example, a pet that eats half a bag a day uses about 15 bags a month, roughly $180 at $11.99 a bag. Raised Right's FAQ describes free shipping to the 48 contiguous states, but product pages list a fee on 4- and 8-bag boxes.
Raised Right, step by step
Enter your pet's details
The custom meal plan asks for age, weight and activity level, and lets you choose to maintain, gain or lose weight for pets over 1 year.
Pick a box and recipes
Choose 4, 8 or 16 bags and mix recipes; you can buy once or subscribe.
Order by Monday 9pm Eastern
Boxes ship from Sunday and Raised Right says orders placed before the deadline arrive by Saturday, with no signature needed.
Thaw and serve
Keep bags frozen, thaw in the refrigerator, and use within 6 days. Transition over about 10 days.
Pause or cancel
Pause or cancel from the subscriptions page in your account, or call 844-777-3871.
Raised Right legitimacy and licensing
Yes. Raised Right Pets LP is a family company based in Rye, New York, started by Braeden Ruud (CEO), Larry Ruud (CFO) and Ann Ruud (Chief Nutrition Officer), who say they began cooking for their own pets after pet food contamination scares. It sells online and through independent pet stores, and its recipes are formulated with veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker and pet food formulator Steve Brown.
We found no recalls of Raised Right food in FDA enforcement records, and Dog Food Advisor lists none. The company has no BBB profile and no Trustpilot reviews, so most public reviews are on its own site, which shows 5 stars from 1,602 dog food reviews. That’s a positive sign, but it isn’t independent.
How much Raised Right costs
Raised Right posts its prices. Most dog, puppy and cat recipes are $11.99 per 1 lb bag, dog pâtés are $10.99 a bag in a 16-bag box, veterinary support recipes are $12.99, and air-dried dog food is $29.99 per 16 oz bag. A 16-bag box ships free; 8-bag boxes add $9.99 and 4-bag boxes add $12.99.
Your monthly cost depends on how much your pet eats. Use the feeding calculator before you buy: a pet that eats half a bag a day needs about 15 bags a month, roughly $180, while a large dog eating two bags a day would need about 60 bags, over $700. Using Raised Right as a topper over a cheaper base food cuts the cost.
Safety testing and recall history
Raised Right says it cooks in a USDA-inspected human-grade facility to the USDA pathogen kill-step temperature (for example, 165 F for turkey), runs rapid swab tests during production, and lab-tests every batch for pathogens such as E. coli, salmonella and listeria. Under its hold and release program, food doesn’t ship until the batch passes, and results are posted by batch on its site.
Past performance doesn’t guarantee future safety. If your pet gets sick after eating any food, stop feeding it, call your vet, and report it to the FDA’s Safety Reporting Portal.
What customers say about Raised Right
Recurring themes across the review sites and complaint records listed above, not individual quotes.
Common praise
- Human-grade, traceable ingredients
- Short ingredient lists with a single animal protein
- Batch lab testing with posted results
- Owners who stick with it often say it is worth the price
Common complaints
- High cost compared with kibble and many fresh brands
- Needs freezer space and planning to thaw
- Shipping fees on smaller boxes
Recipes and ingredients
- Adult dog: beef, chicken, turkey and pork, plus four pumpkin pâtés.
- Puppy: beef, chicken and turkey, formulated for growth including large breed puppies (70 lb or more as adults).
- Adult cat: chicken, turkey and pork, plus chicken and turkey pâtés.
- Veterinary support (dogs): kidney support and low-fat pancreatic support recipes in beef, pork and turkey.
- Air-dried dog food: pork, beef and turkey.
Recipes use a single animal protein with organ meats and avoid potato, rice, oats, pasta, corn and wheat. Many are complete and balanced from whole foods without added synthetic vitamins and minerals, and Raised Right publishes the full AAFCO nutrient profile for each recipe. Use the veterinary support recipes only under your vet’s guidance.
Complaints and drawbacks
Raised Right has no BBB complaint file and no Trustpilot reviews, so there’s little public complaint data. The drawbacks reviewers mention most are the high price and the work of storing and thawing frozen food. Shipping is also a trap to watch: the FAQ describes free shipping, but 4- and 8-bag boxes carry a $12.99 or $9.99 fee at checkout.
Order before the Monday 9pm Eastern deadline, and if you’ll be away, contact Raised Right by Saturday 9pm Eastern to delay a box.
Cancelling, pausing and refunds
You can pause or cancel a subscription from the subscriptions page in your account, or by calling (844) 777-3871. Raised Right may change subscription prices but says it will notify you at least two weeks before the next shipment.
Its money back guarantee covers your pet’s first box within 14 days. Because the food is frozen, it doesn’t take returns; email [email protected] with a photo of the remaining bags. If you bought from a store or distributor, ask that seller for the refund.
Switching your pet safely
Raised Right recommends a 10-day transition: for dogs, 25% new food for days 1 to 3, 50% for days 4 to 6, 75% for days 7 to 9, and 100% on day 10; for cats, 10% more each day. Fresh food is high in protein and fat, so talk to your veterinarian first if your pet has kidney disease, pancreatitis, a sensitive stomach or another medical condition, and call your vet if vomiting or diarrhea lasts more than a day.
Alternatives to Raised Right
- The Farmer's Dog A better fit if you want a fully personalized, pre-portioned dog plan delivered on a schedule and don't need cat food. Read review
- JustFoodForDogs Worth a look if you want a wider range of vet support diets or to buy in person at one of its kitchens. Read review
- Home cooking with a vet nutritionist's recipe The DIY route can cost less, but use a recipe balanced by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist so your pet doesn't miss key nutrients.
- A complete and balanced commercial kibble or canned food Much cheaper and easier to store; check the label for an AAFCO complete and balanced statement for your pet's life stage.
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Frequently asked questions
Has Raised Right pet food ever been recalled?
We found no Raised Right recalls in FDA enforcement records, and Dog Food Advisor lists none as of October 2026. The company lab-tests every batch and holds food until it passes.
How much does Raised Right cost?
Most recipes are $11.99 per 1 lb bag, pâtés $10.99 in a 16-bag box, veterinary support recipes $12.99 and air-dried food $29.99 per 16 oz bag. A 16-bag box ships free; smaller boxes add $9.99 to $12.99 shipping.
Is Raised Right human grade?
Raised Right says every ingredient meets the standards for human consumption and that its food is gently cooked in a USDA-inspected human-grade facility.
Who makes Raised Right pet food?
Raised Right Pets LP, a family company in Rye, New York, co-founded by Braeden, Larry and Ann Ruud. Its recipes are formulated with veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker and formulator Steve Brown.
Does Raised Right make cat food?
Yes. It sells chicken, turkey and pork recipes for adult cats, plus chicken and turkey pâtés, at $11.99 per 1 lb bag.
Is Raised Right AAFCO complete and balanced?
Raised Right says its recipes meet AAFCO's requirements for a complete and balanced diet for the life stage they're labeled for, such as adult maintenance or growth, and publishes each recipe's full nutrient profile. Check the label for your pet's life stage.
Is Raised Right good for dogs with kidney disease or pancreatitis?
Raised Right sells kidney support and low-fat pancreatic support recipes, but a sick dog's diet should be chosen with your veterinarian. Don't switch without checking with your vet.
Where can I buy Raised Right?
Online at raisedrightpets.com, with delivery to the 48 contiguous states and to Alaska and Hawaii by quote, and through independent pet stores listed in its store locator.
How long does Raised Right last after thawing?
Keep bags frozen until needed. After thawing in the refrigerator, each bag stays fresh for 6 days.
Can I get a refund from Raised Right?
Yes, on your pet's first box within 14 days if you aren't satisfied. Raised Right doesn't accept returns of frozen food, so you send a photo of the remaining bags.
Sources (11)
Facts on this page come from company websites, government agencies and regulators, checked on the dates shown. Editorial standards
- Raised Right: Product and box prices (store catalog) (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Raised Right: Homepage and FAQ (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Raised Right: Terms of Sale (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Raised Right: Video transcripts (our story) (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Dog Food Advisor: Raised Right Dog Food Review (Fresh) (accessed October 12, 2026)
- openFDA: Food enforcement reports search for Raised Right (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Trustpilot: raisedrightpets.com (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Raised Right: Lab safety test results (accessed October 12, 2026)
- The Farmer's Dog: Homepage (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Nom Nom: Homepage (accessed October 12, 2026)
- JustFoodForDogs: Homepage (accessed October 12, 2026)
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