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Raw Paws Pet Food is a legitimate small business, founded in 2014 in Indianapolis, that ships frozen raw dog and cat food, tripe, bones, treats and chews nationwide. Prices are posted on every product, from $7.99 for a 1 lb chicken blend to $34.99 for 3 lb of venison, and Auto Ship takes 15% off the first order and 5% after. We found no FDA recalls under its name. The tradeoffs: its Signature Blends are an 80% meat, 10% organ, 10% bone mix with no AAFCO complete and balanced statement or high pressure processing mentioned, frozen orders need $199 for free shipping, and refunds are limited to wrong, damaged or thawed items reported within 3 days.
- Company
- Raw Paws Pet Food, Indianapolis, IN 46241; founded 2014; small, family and woman-owned business1
- Prices
- Signature Blends $7.99 to $10.99 per 1 lb and $20.99 to $29.99 per 3 lb; freeze-dried 16 oz $41.99 to $49.99, as listed October 20262
- Recipe makeup
- Signature Blends are 80% meat, 10% organ and 10% bone, made in the USA in small weekly batches2
- AAFCO statement
- None found on the frozen raw product listings2
- Shipping
- Frozen orders free at $199+, otherwise $30 flat; non-frozen free at $49+, otherwise $7.99; ships Monday to Friday by FedEx with dry ice3
- Auto Ship
- 15% off the first Auto Ship order and 5% off later ones; pause, skip or change anytime, no commitment4
- Returns
- Wrong, damaged, thawed or defective items must be reported within 3 days of delivery; a pet refusing food is not a valid return reason5
- FDA recalls
- None found under Raw Paws in FDA enforcement records6
Pros
- Prices posted for every product
- Broad catalog: blends, tripe, novel proteins, bones, treats, chews and supplements
- Auto Ship discounts with no commitment
- No FDA recalls found under its name
- A+ BBB rating with no complaints in three years
Cons
- No AAFCO complete and balanced statement on frozen raw listings
- No high pressure processing or other pathogen kill step mentioned
- $30 shipping on frozen orders under $199
- Only 3 days to report thawed or damaged items
- Very few independent reviews
Best for: Experienced raw feeders who buy in bulk, have freezer space and want a wide choice of proteins from a small business.
Skip it if: You're new to raw feeding and want food labeled complete and balanced, or you want a pathogen kill step such as HPP.
Raw Paws Pet Food vs. competitors
| Company | Food type | Starting price shown | Pathogen kill step | AAFCO statement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Paws | Frozen raw and freeze-dried, dogs and cats | $7.99 per 1 lb | None mentioned | None found |
| We Feed Raw | Frozen raw (HPP) and freeze-dried, dogs only | $8.89 a pound | HPP on all frozen meals | Frozen: all life stages |
| Viva Raw | Frozen raw, dogs and cats | $13.50 per 2 lb pack | HPP on Best Buy dates of March 15, 2027 or later | Dog recipes checked: adult maintenance |
| Darwin's | Frozen raw, dogs and cats | $15 per 2 lb pack (BioLogics) | Organic acid bath; no HPP; FDA do-not-feed advisories 2019 to 2025 | Says all recipes meet AAFCO for all life stages |
Raw Paws Pet Food pricing at a glance
Raw Paws sample prices, as listed October 20262
| Product | Size | Price | About per pound |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signature Blend, chicken, turkey or pork | 1 lb | $7.99 | $7.99 |
| Signature Blend, chicken or turkey | 3 lb | $20.99 | $7.00 |
| Signature Blend, beef | 1 lb / 3 lb | $8.99 / $23.99 | $8.99 / $8.00 |
| Signature Blend, goat or lamb | 1 lb | $10.99 | $10.99 |
| Signature Blend, duck | 3 lb | $29.99 | $10.00 |
| Signature Ground Venison | 3 lb | $34.99 | $11.66 |
| Green beef, goat or lamb tripe | 1 lb | $9.99 | $9.99 |
| Freeze-dried beef or chicken | 16 oz | $41.99 | $41.99 |
Frozen orders under $199 add $30 shipping; non-frozen orders under $49 add $7.99. Auto Ship takes 15% off the first order and 5% off later orders. Referred friends get a $30 coupon.
Raw Paws Pet Food, step by step
Pick food
Choose frozen raw blends, tripe, bones, freeze-dried food, treats or chews. A serving calculator and Month Supply tool help size orders.
Choose one-time or Auto Ship
Auto Ship saves 15% on the first order and 5% after, and you can pause, skip or cancel without a commitment.
Shipping
Orders placed before 2 p.m. EST Monday to Thursday, or 1 p.m. on Friday, ship the same day from Indianapolis in a cooler with dry ice. Nothing ships on weekends.
Check on arrival
Put food straight in the freezer. If anything arrives thawed, damaged or wrong, keep it and contact Raw Paws within 3 days with photos.
Thaw and handle safely
Thaw in the refrigerator and wash hands, bowls and surfaces after handling, as FDA advises for all raw pet food.
Raw Paws Pet Food legitimacy and licensing
Yes. Raw Paws Pet Food is a small, family and woman-owned business in Indianapolis that started in 2014, according to its site and its BBB profile. It sells its own Raw Paws products online and ships nationwide from its Indianapolis fulfillment center. You can reach it by phone or text at (317) 509-9811.
The BBB gives it an A+ with no complaints in the last three years, though it isn’t accredited and has only one customer review there. Trustpilot has a single, unclaimed review. We found no recalls under the Raw Paws name in FDA’s enforcement records. Being small with little review history isn’t a red flag, but it means you’ll rely more on your own first order to judge it.
Raw Paws cost
Raw Paws posts prices on every product. As listed October 2026, Signature Blends cost $7.99 a pound for chicken, turkey or pork, $8.99 for beef and $10.99 for goat or lamb, and 3 lb packs bring chicken and turkey down to about $7 a pound. Ground venison is $34.99 for 3 lb, green tripe $9.99 a pound, and 16 oz of freeze-dried food $41.99 to $49.99.
Shipping changes the math. Any order with frozen food ships free only at $199, otherwise it costs a flat $30. Non-frozen orders ship free at $49, otherwise $7.99. Auto Ship takes 15% off your first order and 5% off later ones, so buying a month or more at a time on Auto Ship is the cheapest way to order.
What's in the food, and is it complete?
Raw Paws describes its Signature Blends as 80% meat, 10% organ and 10% bone, made in the USA in small weekly batches. Some proteins are imported, such as venison from New Zealand. The frozen raw product listings we checked carry no AAFCO statement saying the food is complete and balanced for a life stage, and Raw Paws doesn’t mention high pressure processing or another step to reduce bacteria.
That matters because a meat, organ and bone mix may need added nutrients to be a complete daily diet. Talk to your veterinarian, ideally a board-certified veterinary nutritionist, before making any raw product your pet’s only food, especially for puppies, kittens or pets with health conditions.
What customers say about Raw Paws Pet Food
Recurring themes across the review sites and complaint records listed above, not individual quotes.
Common praise
- Wide range of proteins, including tripe, venison, goat and lamb
- Clear, posted prices on every product
- Small-batch food shipped frozen with dry ice
- Auto Ship discounts and a referral credit
Common complaints
- High shipping cost on frozen orders under $199
- Strict 3-day window to report thawed or damaged items
- Very little independent review history to judge service
- One public complaint about unanswered emails and calls
Shipping, thawed boxes and returns
Orders placed before 2 p.m. EST Monday to Thursday, or before 1 p.m. on Friday, ship the same day by FedEx in a cooler packed with dry ice, and tracking is emailed. Nothing ships on weekends, and delivery exceptions can add a day or two.
If you receive wrong, damaged, thawed or defective items, keep them and tell Raw Paws within 3 days of delivery; it may ask for photos. It does not accept returns because a pet refuses the food or because you ordered the wrong item or quantity, though it says it will try to make things right.
Raw feeding safety
FDA warns that raw pet food can carry germs such as Salmonella and Listeria that can sicken pets and the people who handle it. If you feed raw, keep it frozen until needed, thaw it in the refrigerator, keep it apart from other food, wash hands for at least 20 seconds and clean bowls and counters after handling, and take extra care in homes with young children, older adults or anyone with a weakened immune system. Call your veterinarian if your pet shows vomiting, diarrhea or lethargy.
Who should pick something else
Skip Raw Paws if you want raw food that is high pressure processed and labeled complete and balanced, such as We Feed Raw’s frozen patties, or if you’d rather avoid raw meat entirely with a cooked fresh food like The Farmer’s Dog. It’s also costly for small orders because of the $30 frozen shipping fee.
Alternatives to Raw Paws Pet Food
- We Feed Raw Better if you want raw food that is high pressure processed and labeled complete and balanced for all life stages. Read review
- The Farmer's Dog Better if you want fresh food without raw meat handling, cooked and portioned for your dog. Read review
- Viva Raw An option for cats and dogs with HPP on newer packages, though it has had three recalls since 2024. Read review
- A complete and balanced commercial diet from a pet store The simplest choice if you aren't committed to raw; ask your veterinarian which diet suits your pet.
Raw Paws Pet Food reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Raw Paws Pet Food a good company?
It's a legitimate small business with an A+ BBB rating, no complaints in three years and no FDA recalls we could find. Independent reviews are scarce, so start with a small order.
Where is Raw Paws Pet Food located?
Indianapolis, Indiana. Orders ship from its Indianapolis fulfillment center.
How much is Raw Paws dog food?
Signature Blends cost $7.99 to $10.99 a pound, or about $7 a pound for chicken or turkey in 3 lb packs, as listed October 2026.
Is Raw Paws complete and balanced?
The frozen raw listings we checked carry no AAFCO complete and balanced statement. The blends are 80% meat, 10% organ and 10% bone, so ask your veterinarian before feeding them as a sole diet.
Does Raw Paws use HPP?
Raw Paws doesn't mention high pressure processing or another pathogen reduction step on its product pages.
How much is shipping?
Orders with frozen food ship free at $199 or more, otherwise $30 flat. Non-frozen orders ship free at $49, otherwise $7.99.
What if my order arrives thawed?
Keep the items and contact Raw Paws within 3 days of delivery. It may ask for photos before making it right.
Can I cancel Raw Paws Auto Ship?
Yes. Raw Paws says Auto Ship has no commitment, and you can pause, skip or change deliveries from your account.
Has Raw Paws had a recall?
We found no recalls under Raw Paws in FDA's enforcement database as of October 2026.
Does Raw Paws sell cat food?
Yes. Most Signature Blends are labeled for dogs and cats, and it also sells cat treats, chews, catnip and silvervine.
Sources (10)
Facts on this page come from company websites, government agencies and regulators, checked on the dates shown. Editorial standards
- Raw Paws Pet Food: About us (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Raw Paws Pet Food: Frozen raw dog food collection (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Raw Paws Pet Food: Shipping information (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Raw Paws Pet Food: Auto Ship (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Raw Paws Pet Food: Refund policy (accessed October 13, 2026)
- openFDA: Food enforcement reports search (accessed October 13, 2026)
- BBB: Raw Paws Pet Food profile (accessed October 13, 2026)
- Trustpilot: Raw Paws Pet Food (accessed October 13, 2026)
- FDA: Get the facts, raw pet food diets can be dangerous to you and your pet (accessed October 13, 2026)
- FDA: Advisory, do not feed certain lots of Darwin's Natural Pet Products (July 2025) (accessed October 13, 2026)
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