Intelligent Design Kidney-Support for Dogs

Yes, we have distinct recipes for dogs and cats. Each recipe is biologically-appropriate. For instance, our cat recipes are 100% meat (no vegetables) and have a higher taurine content than our dog food meals.

Natural Selections are our premium meals with free-range meats and organic vegetables. BioLogics are our value meals that provide complete and balanced nutrition.

Yes, all of our recipes are complete and balanced for AAFCO guidelines.

We work with a panel of veterinary nutritionists to review and approve every recipe.

Our recipes are formulated with top experts, veterinarians, and veterinary nutritionists. All of our recipes are reviewed and approved by our advisory panel of vets and vet nutritionists.

All of our recipes are validated by a 3rd-party lab to meet AAFCO nutritional requirements, which is one of three AAFCO-approved substantiation methods, and the method most pet companies rely on as it's the most accurate way to validate a food's nutrition.

Feeding trials is one of the others but it's not at all common among pet food companies. This is for a few reasons. Primarily, feeding trials are only conducted on 6 pets, which doesn't typically provide as much information as lab validation does.

An important note here is that AAFCO holds all three substantiation methods with equal weight, meaning they do not consider feeding trials a better or worse method than lab validation.

Yes. All of our ingredients are sourced from farms we trust. We visit each farm regularly to ensure not only the quality of the ingredients but to ensure the farm meets our rigorous standards for humane treatment of both staff and animals.

Yes, our Natural Selections line uses only antibiotic-free meat and organic vegetables.

Most of our recipes are single-protein, making them ideal options for pets with sensitivities to specific meats. We also offer novel proteins like duck and lamb.

For our Natural Selections line, all of the meat used is hormone- and antibiotic-free.

Yes, all of our ingredients meet or exceed USDA standards for human consumption.

All of our ingredients are sourced from farms we trust and personally visit regularly to ensure they meet our strict standards for quality. Most of our farms are located in the US, though we do source some meats, like our lamb, from countries like New Zealand and Australia.

Yes, our meals include organ meats, and our poultry selections contain bones.

We include vitamins and supplements in our recipes to ensure they're complete and balanced and meet all AAFCO guidelines.

Yes, we offer a therapeutic line for dogs and cats called Intelligent Design. These recipes help support pets with certain health issues. For our dog line, we currently offer Cancer Support, Liver Support, Kidney Support, and Joint & Musculoskeletal Support. For our cat line, we currently offer Kidney Support.

Yes. Check out our treats here.

We offer curated boxes of our most popular meals for easy shoppingor or you can build your own box. No matter how you choose to shop you will save 10% off everything when you subscribe.

Yes, you can create your own subscription by selecting "Subscribe & Save" at checkout.

Yes, you can customize all products in your order.

Our recipes are processed as minimally as possible to retain vital nutrients and align with your pet's ancestral diet. They're true raw, meaning we don't use any pasteurization methods that would disrupt the bioavailability of nutrients. They're delivered fresh, raw, and frozen in 2-lb packages.

We cold-ship our recipes in insulated boxes and in refrigerated trucks. This ensures your meals arrive fresh and frozen.

With some exceptions dependent on location, we ship all weekdays. You can select your preferred ship day in your account.

We partner with UPS, FedEx, and GLS with your specific carrier based on your location.

You can track your order by visiting your account and checking your order status. Additionally, we send tracking numbers for every order.

Due to the frozen and perishable nature of our meals, we are unable to ship to PO boxes or internationally.

You can manage your subscription and account online. Just click the profile icon on the website.

Yes. We offer free shipping on every order over 20 pounds within the contiguous US. For orders shipping to Alaska or Hawaii, we charge a flat rate shipping fee.

We require a minimum order size of 10 pounds. We offer free shipping on orders above 20 pounds.

We offer a discounted trial for new subscribers to enable pet parents to try Darwin's. We also provide the option of one-time purchases if you want to try our food before subscribing.

We have a 10% subscriber discount for anyone with an active subscription compared to the full price one-time orders.

Yes, we offer a 10% discount for any orders with 20 packages (40 lbs) or more/ This is in addition to the 10% subscriber discount.

Yes, we have special offers on discounts on products that are available to subscribers.

Shipping is free on all orders of 20 pounds or more within the contiguous US. For Alaska and Hawaii, we charge a flat-rate fee of $150.

You can enter your discount code at checkout on the payment page.

Yes, we offer a discount for service pets. Please contact our customer care team to see if you qualify for this discount.

We understand feeding fresh raw can be costly. For this reason, we offer a variety of ways to make our meals more accessible for more families. We offer a 10% discount on all subscriptions. Additionally, we offer a discount on orders of 40 pounds or more. Finally, we offer our BioLogics line, designed for large dogs or families with many dogs. These meals follow the same recipes as Natural Selections but are made with conventional ingredients and typically cost about 15% less than their Natural Selections counterpart.

Every pet is unique. But for most pets, we recommend following our complete transition guides for dogs and cats. It's important to start slow, with only about 25% raw food mixed with their current food. Over the course of several days, slowly increase the amount of Darwin's while decreasing the amount of their previous food until they are feeding 100% Darwin's.

Most pets take about 7-10 days to transition. That said, every pet is unique and you know your pet best. Go at your own pace.

Within the first on a raw diet, most pet parents report smaller, firmer stools in their pet, as well as more mealtime excitement and more energy. Tummy upset and changes in stool are uncommon but normal during transition to any new diet.

We have a feeding chart that shows our recommended amount of raw food per day based on your pet's weight, and translates that into the frequency and quantity for your subscription.

We don't recommend feeding a raw diet to puppies or kittens under 4 months old. As both their digestive system and immune system are still developing, we recommend gently cooking Darwin's until they're at least 4 months (16 weeks) old.

If your pet is struggling to adjust to their new meals, we hve tips in our transition guides for dogs and cats, or give us a call for specialized transition advice.

All of our meals are complete and balanced, meaning there is no need to add any additional vitamins or supplements unless desired.

When transitioning to any new diet, it's uncommon but normal to see some temporary changes in digestion. This can include mild tummy troubles and changes in stool. This typically only lasts for 24-48 hours. For more information, please visit our transition guides for dogs and cats.

Store any meals not to be used within 72 hours in the freezer. Thaw meals in the refrigerator 12–24 hours before feeding. Once fully thawed, they should be used within 48 hours. If you need to thaw the meal quickly, place it in a bowl of tepid water, replenishing the water when cold for 20–30 minutes until thawed to a desired consistency.

Stored in a refrigerator at 40°F or below, meals will be safe for up to 72 hours after thawing.

Yes, the raw meals need to be safely stored in the freezer until ready for use, then moved to the fridge.

Like with all raw meat, please follow standard hygiene practices. All utensils used to prepare meals for your pet should be thoroughly washed, along with your hands and any surfaces in contact with the meals. Feeding bowls should also be regularly cleaned.

Meals typically thaw in 12–24 hours depending on your freezer and refrigerator temperature.

We recommnend no longer than 20–30 minutes. If not consumed within this timeframe, refrigerate the meal for at least 1 hour before serving again.

If the meals are slightly soft, they are safe to refreeze and use as intended. If they are fully thawed and above 38°F, we do not recommend feeding them—please contact our customer service team for support.

We have several rigorous processes to ensure the safety of our meals. This includes strict sourcing standards from our farms, an organic acid bath during processing, and regular third-party testing of our ingredients and finished meals.