Answer’s Raw Pet Food: Whole-Food Fermented Nutrition That Goes Beyond Raw
Company Origins and Mission
Answer’s Pet Food was founded in Pennsylvania by a group of former industry professionals and holistic pet advocates who believed raw food could do more than mimic ancestral diets—it could restore health and balance through fermentation and functional nutrition.
Answer’s remains an independently owned and operated company, with all products produced in-house in Pennsylvania. Their mission is to support dogs’ and cats’ wellness through whole, raw, unprocessed ingredients enhanced by natural fermentation, ethical sourcing, and an uncompromising stance against synthetic additives and HPP. As the FDA continues to pressure raw food manufacturers to use HPP, Answers may be forced to implement HPP. Watch our blog for updates.
Core values:
- Transparency – Every ingredient is traceable, and every process is disclosed
- Functionality – Fermentation is used to enhance digestion, immunity, and gut health
- Integrity – No synthetic vitamins, no HPP, no shortcuts
What Makes Answer’s Unique?
1. Fermented Raw Food for Gut Health
Answer’s is the only raw brand that uses fermentation—a natural preservation method that populates the food with beneficial bacteria (probiotics) and increases nutrient bioavailability.
Fermented foods help:
- Balance the gut microbiome
- Improve digestion and stool quality
- Support the immune system
- Reduce yeast and inflammation in allergy-prone pets
This method sets Answer’s apart from traditional raw diets, offering a level of functionality that goes beyond basic nutrition.
2. Complete & Balanced for Dogs and Cats
Answer’s offers two product lines:
- Straight formulas – Single-protein, foundational foods intended for rotational feeding or supplementation
- Detailed formulas – Complete and balanced raw diets made from pastured meats, organic vegetables, and fermented dairy
Both product lines are available for dogs and cats, and are tailored to meet species-specific nutritional needs. Their cat foods are rich in moisture and protein, with a prey-model base enhanced by fermented ingredients like raw goat milk and cod liver oil.
3. No HPP or Synthetic Additives
Unlike many raw brands that use High Pressure Processing (HPP), Answer’s does not apply HPP, heat, or irradiation to their foods. Their safety model is based on natural fermentation, small-batch production, and strict sourcing.
They also avoid synthetic vitamin packs entirely. All nutrients come from real, whole food ingredients, including raw goat milk, fermented fish stock, pastured eggs, and organic produce.
4. Sourced from Ethical, Regenerative Farms
Answer’s partners with family farms that follow regenerative, pasture-based practices. All meats are humanely raised without antibiotics, hormones, or confinement. Ingredients like raw goat milk and eggs come from animals raised on grass and sunshine, not feedlots.
5. Functional Add-Ons: Raw Dairy, Broth & Treats
Answer’s offers an unmatched line of raw fermented supplements to complement their meals:
- Raw Goat Milk – A probiotic-rich digestive aid
- Fermented Fish Stock – Supports joint, skin, and brain health
- Raw Cow Cheese Treats – Nutrient-dense, naturally preserved snacks
These functional foods can be used for hydration, gut support, or to boost nutrient diversity in any diet.
Is Answer’s Right for Your Pets?
Answer’s is ideal for:
- Pet parents looking to go beyond basic raw feeding and support whole-body wellness
- Dogs and cats with digestive issues, yeast overgrowth, allergies, or inflammatory conditions
- Those seeking uncompromised, synthetic-free nutrition
- Households that value regenerative farming and ethical sourcing
- Pets transitioning to raw or recovering from chronic conditions
Feeding Cost
At Time of publication:
Cost for a 50lb dog starts at about $7 when feeding the 40lb Chicken Patties
Cost for a 10lb cat is about $2.50/day. 3-3.5oz daily, any formula 24oz, $15.21