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Air-Dried
“Air-dried” means the food is gently dehydrated at low temperature in small batches, preserving nutrients and flavour, rather than being cooked at high heat.
Because air-dried retains more of the natural nutrients and taste of the ingredients, offers high digestibility, and avoids fillers, artificial preservatives, colours or flavours.
Yes. Ruffey formulates their air-dried meals to meet complete nutritional needs for dogs of all life stages.
Yes. It’s designed as a complete meal (not just topper or supplement) for dogs.
Yes. Many of Ruffey’s air-dried recipes are grain-free, gentle on digestion, and high in quality proteins.
No. Ruffey emphasizes clean nutrition and does not use artificial colours, flavours, preservatives, fillers or by-products.
Yes. Their recipes include a vitamin and mineral premix to ensure balanced nutrition.
Protein content is typically high, reflecting the use of quality meats; this supports lean muscle and overall health.
The moisture is kept low (e.g. around 10–15%), which helps with shelf-stability and long term storage.
Often yes. Because it retains more natural nutrients and avoids filler carbohydrates, many consider Air-Dried food a more whole-food and nutritious option.
Yes. Since the food is gently dried rather than heavily processed, it tends to retain more natural flavours that dogs enjoy.
Yes. The Air-Dried meals are formulated for all life stages, so they can be suitable for puppies as well as adults.
Yes. Many recipes are grain-free and free from common fillers or additives, which helps dogs with sensitivities.
No. Because moisture is low, the food is shelf-stable, unlike raw food which needs freezing.
Yes. You can use it as a complete meal or optionally as a protein-rich topper or treat depending on your dog’s needs.
Feeding Guide
It depends on your dog’s weight, age, and activity level. Ruffey provides feeding tables to guide serving size according to those factors.
Yes. Puppies, adults, and senior dogs have different nutritional needs and corresponding recommended feeding amounts.
You can split the daily amount into 2–3 meals per day. Splitting can help with digestion and energy balance.
Yes. If your dog is very active, growing, or underweight, you may feed more. For less active or older dogs, less may be required.
You can reduce the daily amount below the standard guideline and monitor body condition. Adjust slowly to reach a healthy weight.
Yes. Many owners mix to vary texture or nutrition. Just ensure the combined daily portions still meet nutritional needs.
Transition gradually over 5–7 days by mixing increasing amounts of Ruffey with the previous diet to allow digestion to adjust.
No. Ruffey Air-Dried food is ready to serve dry. Some owners optionally add a little warm water for palatability.
Yes. With dry or Air-Dried diets, fresh water should always be available because hydration is important.
Yes. The recipes are formulated to be complete for all life stages. Feeding amounts just vary by age, weight, and activity.
Reduce the main meal proportionally so that total daily food intake (topper plus main) does not exceed recommended daily grams based on weight.
Yes. Ruffey provides feeding charts by weight and life stage for each recipe, to help you determine the correct daily portion.
Every few weeks is a good interval, especially after a diet change or during growth periods, to ensure they stay in healthy condition.
Yes. For dogs with high activity, slight increases in portions may be needed. Monitor body condition to avoid overfeeding.
Offer smaller portions more frequently. Make sure the food is palatable and gradually increase portions. Consult a vet if appetite remains low.
Raw Ingredients
Ruffey uses real meats (like kangaroo, beef, chicken, lamb), organs, seafood (such as salmon or mussels), seeds, vegetables or fruits, plus added vitamins and minerals.
Yes. Ruffey’s Air-Dried recipes are grain-free and avoid fillers or gluten.
No. The formulas use clean, whole-food ingredients without artificial additives, fillers or by-products.
Yes. Ruffey emphasises high ethical sourcing standards for their ingredients as part of their quality and sustainability commitment.
Yes. Each recipe includes a vitamin and mineral premix to ensure balanced nutrition.
Yes. Some recipes include seafood or shellfish such as salmon or mussels to support skin, coat, and joint health.
Yes. Ingredients such as flaxseed and other wholesome plants may be included to provide fibre, healthy fats, and nutritional variety.
No. Their recipes avoid artificial flavouring and chemical additives, relying on natural ingredient quality.
Yes. Ruffey provides clear ingredient lists for each recipe so owners know exactly what is included.
Yes. Recipes such as kangaroo-based meals offer novel proteins that can be suitable for dogs with allergies or sensitivities.
Yes. Some recipes include organ meats which contribute essential nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats.
Yes. For certain recipes, ingredients such as balanced bone or mineral sources are included to support healthy bone development and maintenance.
Yes. The company uses whole, high-quality ingredients rather than unnamed by-products or meat meals.
Yes. Some recipes include natural extras such as kelp, herbs or other nutrient-rich additions to support overall wellness.
Yes. Because of high quality proteins, healthy fats, and nutrient-rich ingredients, Ruffey meals support skin, coat, joint health and overall vitality.
Costs
The price depends on the recipe and size of the bag. It may generally be higher than basic kibble because it uses premium ingredients and Air-Dried processing.
Generally yes. Because of the premium, whole-food ingredients and processing, Ruffey tends to cost more than mass-produced dry food.
Yes. The higher price reflects higher-quality proteins, balanced nutrition, clean ingredients, and minimal processing.
It depends on the retailer or seller. Some may offer discounts when you buy multiple bags or subscribe.
That depends on the seller or retailer you order from. Some may include shipping above a certain order amount, others may charge extra.
It varies with dog size, weight, and appetite. Because of higher protein content and nutrient density, you might feed less volume compared to cheap kibble, which may help offset cost.
Potentially yes. Because clean, balanced nutrition supports health, digestion, skin and coat, it may reduce health issues and associated costs over time.
Yes. Compared to other high-quality or grain-free brands, Ruffey offers good value considering ingredient quality and nutrition.
Generally no. Since the recipes already include vitamin and mineral premixes and are formulated to be balanced, additional supplements are usually not necessary.
Prices can vary depending on the protein source and recipe complexity. More exotic proteins or added premium ingredients may cost more than simpler recipes.
For large dogs requiring more food, monthly costs will be higher. However, because of protein density and nutritional completeness, value may still be reasonable compared to feeding large amounts of low-cost kibble.
This depends on the retailer or stockist. It is worth checking with your supplier to see if they offer discounts for regular or bulk purchases.
Using it as a topper reduces daily consumption compared to full meals, which may lower monthly food costs while still giving nutritional benefits.
Yes. Conventional dry kibble or basic grain-free kibble may be a cheaper option, but they may not offer the same ingredient quality or nutritional density as Ruffey.
Many owners consider yes. The higher cost buys better ingredient quality, minimal processing, balanced nutrients and overall better potential for long-term health and well-being.
Safety
Yes. Because the Air-Dried process gently dehydrates and stabilises the food, it removes many of the risks associated with raw meat diets while preserving nutrition.
The risk is much lower than with raw food. Low moisture and careful processing make Air-Dried food shelf-stable and safer to store and serve.
Yes. The production adheres to rigorous standards and the recipes are formulated to meet complete nutrition requirements.
No. Ruffey avoids artificial preservatives, colours, fillers or chemical additives. Preservation is achieved naturally through the Air-Dried process.
Yes. Grain-free recipes, novel proteins, and absence of artificial additives make it suitable for many sensitive dogs.
Yes. Because it is low moisture and shelf-stable, normal dry storage in a cool, dry place is sufficient.
No. The recipes include a balanced vitamin and mineral premix along with meat, organ, seafood and other ingredients to meet nutritional needs.
Yes. The gentle drying process and high quality digestible proteins help minimise the risk of digestive upset.
Optional. Although not necessary, adding a bit of warm water is fine. This can help with hydration especially for older or less active dogs.
No. Ruffey relies on natural preservation through Air-Drying and does not add artificial antioxidants or chemical preservatives.
Yes. Because raw diets can carry bacteria or parasites if not handled carefully, Air-Dried food reduces those risks significantly.
Yes. As long as you store it in a cool, dry place and seal the bag properly, it behaves similarly to other dry dog foods.
As long as you follow feeding guidelines and correct portion sizes, Ruffey’s balanced recipes should prevent such issues.
Currently there are no publicly known widespread recalls. Ruffey emphasises safety compliance and high quality sourcing.
Yes. Transition gradually over several days by mixing increasing amounts of Ruffey with the raw diet to allow your dog’s digestive system to adjust and reduce digestive stress.
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