Tucker’s Raw Pet Food: Safety, Transparency & Simplicity
Company Origins and Mission
Tucker’s was founded in 2009 by the Tucker family in Wisconsin, with a clear goal: to make raw pet food that is safe, simple, and easy to feed. Their early focus was on transparency and food safety—values that still define the brand today.
Tucker’s remains a family-owned company, with all production done in their own facility in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. They continue to emphasize small-batch quality, USDA-inspected ingredients, and individually portioned packaging that makes raw feeding practical without compromise.
Their mission is to combine the benefits of raw feeding with the convenience families need, without compromising safety or ingredient quality.
Core values:
- Simplicity – Limited, recognizable ingredients in every recipe
- Safety – A strong food safety program that includes HPP and test-and-hold procedures
- Trust – Complete transparency about sourcing and production
What Makes Tucker’s Unique?
1. Limited Ingredient, 95/5 Formulas 
Tucker’s raw formulas are based on a 95/5 ratio: 95% meat, organ, and bone, and 5% fiber from pumpkin. That’s it. No fillers, no synthetic vitamin packs, and no unnecessary produce. This makes their recipes an excellent choice for pets with allergies, food sensitivities, or digestive issues.
All proteins are single-source per recipe, making it easy to tailor feeding for pets with known triggers.
2. Emulsified for Better Digestion and Nutrient Absorption
Unlike many raw brands that use coarsely ground ingredients, Tucker’s diets are emulsified—a process that blends the meat, organs, bone, and fiber into a fine, uniform consistency.
This results in:
- Improved digestibility
- More consistent stools
- Easier nutrient absorption, especially for pets with sensitive stomachs or transitioning to raw
It also allows the food to hold together well in their individually wrapped patties, making portioning and serving clean and efficient.
3. Designed for Dogs and Cats
Tucker’s offers a dedicated raw frozen line for cats with feline-specific recipes that reflect a true carnivore profile—high in moisture and protein, low in carbs, and free of plant-based fillers.
Their cat line is complete and balanced, just like their dog formulas, and uses the same high-quality meats and simple ingredient lists.
4. Transparent Sourcing from U.S. Farms
All meats are sourced from human-grade, USDA-inspected facilities within the United States. Tucker’s emphasizes ethical sourcing and includes traceability tools on their packaging, so pet parents can see exactly where their ingredients came from.
5. HPP and Test-and-Hold for Safety
Tucker’s applies High Pressure Processing (HPP) to all raw products as part of their commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. Their test-and-hold procedure means no product leaves the facility until it passes pathogen testing, giving customers peace of mind.
6. Convenient, Individually Wrapped Patties
Each raw patty is individually vacuum-sealed, making portioning, storage, and thawing cleaner and easier—especially for multi-pet households or pet parents new to raw.
Is Tucker’s Right for Your Pets?
Tucker’s Raw Pet Food is a great fit for:
- Dogs and cats who benefit from a high-protein, low-carb diet
- Pets with allergies, digestive sensitivities, or soft stools
- Pet parents looking for highly digestible, emulsified raw formulas
- Households that want simple ingredients and strong safety measures
- Anyone seeking full traceability and convenient, pre-portioned patties
Feeding Cost
At Time of publication:
Cost for a 50lb dog starts at about $5 for 20lb Pork and Beef Formula: 1 x patties, 20/box $99.42
Cost for a 10lb cat is about $2.50/day. 3-3.5oz daily, any formula 24oz, $15.21