Blog Premium Raw Pet Food Without the Premium Price Tag; How Carnos Makes it Possible.
If you’ve been considering switching your dog to a raw food diet but have been deterred by the price tag, you’re not alone. Many pet parents believe providing their furry companions with high-quality raw nutrition is financially out of reach. At Carnos, we’re changing that perception by making premium raw dog food both affordable and accessible without compromising on quality or safety.
Feeding Raw is More in Reach Than You Thought
Let’s face it – kibble dominates the pet food market because of its convenience and affordability. But this convenience comes at a cost to your pet’s health. Highly processed kibble often contains fillers, preservatives, and artificial ingredients that can contribute to numerous health issues over time.
It hasn’t always been that way. Before the invention of kibble and canned pet food, pet owners fed their pets everything from table scraps to curated stews.
While kibble may seem less expensive upfront, consider the potential long-term costs: more frequent veterinary visits, medications, and treatments for diet-related health conditions like obesity, diabetes, allergies, and digestive problems. These expenses can quickly exceed any initial savings from choosing a cheaper food option.
At Carnos, we’re committed to removing the financial barriers to raw feeding. We believe premium nutrition shouldn’t be a luxury—it should be the standard.
The Carnos Way: How We Keep Costs Down and Quality Up
On average, Carnos’ products are 10-30% less expensive than other major raw pet food brands on the market, without cutting corners on quality.
You might wonder how we manage to keep our prices competitive while maintaining such high standards. The answer lies in our unique approach to the raw pet food business.
We Manufacture Our Own Raw Pet Food Ourselves, In-House
Unlike many pet food companies that outsource production, we handle everything ourselves. By eliminating middlemen and controlling the entire manufacturing process, we can significantly reduce costs and pass those savings directly to you and your furry family.
This in-house approach gives us complete control over our ingredients and production methods. We never use harmful processing techniques, preservatives, or artificial ingredients. Our Complete & Balanced formulations don’t just meet AAFCO and NRC nutritional standards – they exceed them.
We also specialize in single-protein products (unless otherwise stated with transparent labeling). This simplifies feeding for dogs with food allergies or intolerances while allowing us to maintain more competitive pricing on our final products.
We Choose from Only the Most Reputable Sources
Affordability doesn’t mean compromising on sourcing standards. We meticulously select suppliers who meet our strict food safety requirements and employ humane practices in their operations.
Almost all our ingredients are human-grade (except for green tripe and lung, which aren’t sold for human consumption but are extraordinarily nutritious for dogs). Even the supplements used in our Complete & Balanced meals are human-grade quality.
This commitment to premium ingredients isn’t just marketing – it’s a foundational principle that guides every decision we make.
We Are an Independently Owned Family Business
Carnos was founded by a Master Butcher with seven generations of experience in the meat industry. Today, the business remains in the family, operated by the next generation who carries forward that expertise and commitment to quality.
As an independently owned small business, we don’t answer to outside investors or shareholders demanding higher profit margins. This independence allows us to prioritize quality and affordability over maximizing profits, keeping our focus where it belongs – on your pet’s health and your wallet.
Food Safety and Quality Go Hand-in-Hand, and Our Standards Are Industry-Leading
When it comes to raw pet food, safety is paramount. We maintain rigorous quality control measures throughout our entire operation.
Our facility is Food and Drug Administration (FDA) inspected and approved – an important distinction in the raw pet food industry, but also one where it can get a little confusing. Two agencies share the responsibility for overseeing the food supply in the United States: the FDA and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The regulatory authority depends on the product’s intended consumer. The FDA oversees pet food, while the USDA regulates food for human consumption. Since all Carnos products are made for pets, the FDA is our governing agency. This is important: the FDA has a zero-tolerance policy around bacteria in meat, while the USDA is more lenient.
We provide complete end-to-end traceability for all our products. We can quickly identify and address the source and destination in the unlikely event of a safety concern. This traceability isn’t just good business practice – it’s essential for peace of mind.
Simply put, Carnos’ food is safer.
With Carnos, What You See is What You Get
Transparency is part of our core. We’re upfront about our ingredients, pricing, and practices because we believe you have the right to know exactly what you’re feeding your dog, what you’re paying for, and what you’re not.
There are no hidden fees, no surprise ingredients, and no confusion about the actual cost of feeding your dog a truly raw diet with Carnos. Our feeding calculator makes it easy to determine exactly how much food your dog needs and what it will cost.
Whether you prefer a la carte ordering or the convenience and savings of a subscription, you can choose to feed raw your way. Pet parents can go fully DIY with our individual ingredients, mix it up with our raw meal bases, or opt for our no-fuss Complete & Balanced blends.
We Offer Plenty of Ways to Save More on Raw Feeding
Beyond our already competitive pricing, we’ve created several ways for you to save even more:
Raw Rewards: Our loyalty program thanks you for your continued trust in us by offering points that translate into savings on future purchases.
Free Shipping: Orders placed in 20lb increments ship for free, helping you maximize your savings while stocking up.
Subscription Savings: Opt for regular deliveries and enjoy additional discounts on every order while ensuring you never run out of food for your furry friend.
Refer a friend to Carnos and give them $20 OFF their first order, and get 850 points added to your Rewards Account! Navigate to My Account. Click the Raw Rewards widget and then Refer a Friend.
Making the switch to raw food doesn’t have to strain your budget. At Carnos, we’re proving that premium raw nutrition can be affordable, accessible, and straightforward—just as nature intended.
Your dog deserves the best nutrition possible, and your wallet deserves a break. With Carnos, you don’t have to compromise on either.
