# Loyal Saints

> Loyal Saints makes premium freeze-dried raw dog food — human-grade, AAFCO complete and balanced, Midwest-made, with no corn, soy, wheat, GMOs, or artificial fillers. Woman-owned. The benefits of a raw diet without the freezer, thawing, or mess.

## Products
- [Shop all formulas](https://loyalsaintspets.com/collections/all): Beef, Chicken, and Turkey + Salmon freeze-dried raw dog food. AAFCO complete and balanced. Use as a topper or a full meal.

## Key pages
- [Why Freeze-Dried?](https://loyalsaintspets.com/pages/why-freeze-dried): How freeze-drying preserves nutrients without high heat or irradiation, and how it compares to kibble and fresh/raw frozen.
- [Transition Guide](https://loyalsaintspets.com/pages/transition-guide): A vet-informed 7-day plan to switch a dog to freeze-dried raw safely.
- [Our Story](https://loyalsaintspets.com/pages/our-story): Founded by Kristina for her dog King; mission-driven and woman-owned.
- [Rewards & Referral](https://loyalsaintspets.com/pages/rewards): Points and referral program — Give 40%, Get $20.

## Blog — The Loved by Loyal Saints Blog- [Use the 1:3 Rule to Rehydrate Freeze Dried Dog Food Safely](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/rehydrate-freeze-dried-dog-food): Learn a safety first method to rehydrate freeze dried dog food: the 1:3 ratio, 100–110°F water, 3–5 minute soak, plus label checks and storage guidance.
- [Why our Chicken needs more cups than our Beef](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/why-chicken-needs-more-cups-than-beef): A difference on our own label that costs us money to point out, explained properly.
- [Do you need to rehydrate freeze-dried raw?](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/does-freeze-dried-raw-need-rehydrating): Short answer: no. Longer answer: there are four situations where it genuinely helps, and one where it matters.
- [How to read a calorie panel without being misled](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/how-to-read-a-dog-food-calorie-panel): Calories per cup, per kilogram and per ounce are three different numbers. Only one lets you compare two bags.
- [If you buy fresh dog food, you're paying to ship water](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/youre-paying-to-ship-water): Refrigerated fresh food is mostly water by weight, and that water has to be chilled, boxed and driven to you.
- [What "no fillers" actually means, and how to check any bag](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/what-no-fillers-actually-means): Every brand claims it. Here is how to verify it yourself in about ninety seconds, including on us.
- [The quarter-bowl rule for large breeds](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/the-quarter-bowl-rule-for-large-breeds): Feeding a 75 lb dog entirely on freeze-dried raw is expensive. Here is the version that isn't, with the real numbers.
- [Why your bag looks half empty (and why we won't overfill it)](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/why-your-bag-looks-half-empty): Freeze-dried pieces settle in transit. Here is why we guarantee weight rather than headroom, and how to check.
- [A cup of our food weighs half what a cup of kibble weighs](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/why-a-cup-of-our-food-weighs-half-what-kibble-weighs): Cups measure volume, not nutrition. Here is what is actually in one, weighed and costed.
- [loyal-saints-superzoo-2025](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/loyal-saints-superzoo-2025): Earlier this year, Loyal Saints exhibited at SuperZoo 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada — the largest annual trade show in the pet industry — and...
- [loyal-saints-rangeme-top-15](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/loyal-saints-rangeme-top-15): This week, RangeMe ranked Loyal Saints #15 out of more than 90,000 brands in their General Merchandise category.Let that number sit for a second. 90,000...
- [loyal-saints-mmr-top-4-rangeme](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/loyal-saints-mmr-top-4-rangeme): Mass Market Retailers — the trade publication read by buyers at Target, Walmart, Kroger, and virtually every major mass market chain in the country —...
- [5oz Freeze Dried Packs Make Flying With Dog Food Easy for Dog Owners](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/flying-with-dog-food): Fly with dog food without TSA hassle. Choose freeze dried 5oz or 14oz packs, pack two meals in carry on, and follow airline baggage rules.
- [Food First Prebiotics for Dogs: Start With 1–4 Tablespoons of Pumpkin](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/prebiotics-for-dogs): Choose food first: discover natural prebiotic options like pumpkin, flaxseed, and oats, safe serving sizes, and when supplements or freeze-dried toppers...
- [Elimination Diet for Dogs: Vet Playbook to Avoid Household Slipups](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/elimination-diet-for-dogs): Vet backed, step by step playbook for an elimination diet for dogs. Follow the 8 to 12 week protocol, stop hidden exposures, and use single...
- [Freeze Dried Dog Food Cut Daily Fecal Output in a 35 Day Trial](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/dog-food-that-reduces-poop): Evidence backed steps to shrink your dog's stool: why freeze dried, high digestibility diets cut fecal output, plus a 7–10 day transition plan and hygiene...
- [Decide by Use Case: Freeze Dried vs Air Dried Dog Food for Owners](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/freeze-dried-vs-air-dried-dog-food): Choose the right freeze dried or air dried dog food. For owners: learn portioning, rehydration, AAFCO safety, and starter Loyalsaintspets SKUs.
- [6 Week Vet Backed Test: AAFCO Freeze Dried Raw for Athletic Dogs](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/athletic-dogs-raw-diet): An evidence based, safety first plan to feed AAFCO complete freeze dried raw to athletic dogs. Six week transition, handling steps to cut pathogen risk,...
- [Protect Senior Dogs' Muscle: 28–32% Protein on Dry Matter Basis](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/senior-dog-protein-needs): Evidence-based advice for owners of senior dogs: convert bag percentages to dry matter, choose highly digestible named proteins, and use freeze dried...
- [Stop Guessing: Get Vitamin Balance on a Raw Diet with AAFCO Panels](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/raw-diet-vitamin-balance): Vet aligned decision guide to securing vitamin and mineral balance on a raw diet. Learn which AAFCO checks, blood tests, and freeze-dried options reduce...
- [Freeze Dried Dog Food: When It's Safe and When to Skip It](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/freeze-dried-dog-food-pros-and-cons): Learn evidence backed safety checks and handling tips for using freeze dried dog food as a topper or, with AAFCO and vet OK, as a...
- [Dog Owners: Protect Allergy Tests—Wait 2–3 Months Between New Proteins](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/allergen-rotation-diet-dogs): Vet-aligned guidance for dog owners: when to rotate proteins, safe 7–10 day transitions, and how single-protein freeze-dried food preserves future...
- [Vet Aligned Dog Food Rotation: Low Risk 7–10 Day Plan](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/food-rotation-for-dogs): Vet aligned, low risk plan for rotating your dog's food. Use 7–10 day transitions, toppers, and 5oz trial sizes to add variety without digestive upset.
- [$30–$600+/Month: Raw Dog Food Costs in the U.S. Using a Calculator](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/raw-dog-food-cost-per-month): Discover realistic U.S. monthly costs for raw dog feeding, from DIY to freeze-dried. Use a quick calculator plus freezer, bulk-buy, and partial-raw...
- [3 Bag Checks for U.S. AAFCO Raw Dog Food and Freeze Dried Options](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/aafco-raw-dog-food): Three bag checks confirm AAFCO formulated raw dog food. Find label proof, safe handling steps, U.S. verification, and a freeze dried option.
- [WSAVA vs AAFCO Dog Food: What Each Standard Really Proves](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/wsava-vs-aafco-dog-food): Discover how WSAVA and AAFCO standards differ for dog food quality. Learn which guidelines ensure your pet’s diet is safe and nutritious.
- [Can Shelf-Stable Dog Food Really Retain Its Nutrients?](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/shelf-stable-dog-food-nutrition-retention): Discover how shelf-stable dog food can retain its nutrients just as well as fresh options. Learn the secrets to choosing the best for your pet!
- [Single vs Multi Protein Dog Food: What Actually Matters](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/single-vs-multi-protein-dog-food): Discover the crucial differences between single and multi-protein dog food. Learn how each option meets your dog's nutritional needs.
- [Yes, Dog Food Expires: Here's What Every Date Actually Means](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/dog-food-expiration-dates): Learn how to read dog food expiration dates and ensure your pet's safety. Find out which foods last longer and when to toss them out.
- [Does Grain-Free Dog Food Cause DCM? What 2026 Research Shows](https://loyalsaintspets.com/blogs/loved-by-loyal-saints/grain-free-dog-food-dcm): Explore the link between grain-free dog food and DCM. Find out what recent research reveals before changing your pet’s diet.
## About
Loyal Saints — premium freeze-dried raw dog food. Human-grade, Midwest-made, AAFCO complete and balanced. No corn, soy, wheat, or GMOs. Contact: https://loyalsaintspets.com