Ingredients
Our 80/20 complete beef meal is formulated for active working dogs and consists of 80% raw meat and bone, 20% high quality carbohydrates and natural herbal supplements.
British beef, beef heart, beef liver, beef kidney, free range eggs, seasonal vegetables (carrots, cauliflower, cabbage, green beans), milled flaxseed, wheatgerm, kelp, dandelion, milk thistle, alfalfa, spirulina, nettle leaf, turmeric and thyme.
Analytical Constituents
Protein 14.6%, Fat 9.75%, Ash (inorganic matter) 2.3%, Fibre 0.3%, Moisture 72.4%,
Ca:P ratio 1.56
Energy content 1669 kcal/kg
Feeding guide
Being a fresh product once defrosted, keep for 48-72hours in a refrigerator. This meal should be fed raw. Thoroughly defrost food before serving.
Always remember good hygiene practices, handle as you would any other raw meat. Wash hands and utensils after handling.
MEAT, ORGAN MEAT AND PROTEIN
Meat is the primary and species-appropriate food for a dog. Dogs can survive without carbohydrates but they cannot survive without protein and fat in their diet. Muscle meat is first class protein in that it contains all the essential amino acids necessary for dogs of all ages.
Meat also supplies varying amounts of fat as well as some vitamins and minerals. Fat is the best, most easily digestible and usable energy source for dogs. It provides more than twice as much energy per gram as protein. Protein and fat should be in the correct ratio (nearly twice as much protein as fat). This ratio will be slightly lower (ie more fat) for working dogs that need extra endurance and higher for puppies.
We recommend varying the protein source in the dog's diet by feeding our different recipes. As well as alleviating boredom, dogs can develop an intolerance to certain protein sources. Our meat comes from local or regional abattoirs and farms. We use chicken that is organic and free range. We are particularly proud of the quality and traceability of our products. We offer a guaranteed supply from in house approved farms that fall in line with our strict protocols for breeding and bio security. They do not use any growth promoters or hormones in any of the breeders or chicks.
Why do we include organ meat?
Meat and bone on their own lack certain important nutrients. Organ meats contain high level of taurine and B vitamins such as: B1, B2, B6 and B12 as well as the important fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Organ meats have some of the highest concentrations of naturally occurring vitamin D of any food source. Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins and regulates numerous functions in the body. Vitamin D deficiency is related to muscle weakness, fractures, common cancers, autoimmune diseases and infectious diseases. They also contain the essential fatty acids and omega-3 fats, including the important EPA and DHA.
Organ meats are also densely packed with minerals like phosphorus, iron, copper, magnesium and iodine and because of this they need to be used sparingly (refer to our information on the calcium to phosphorous ratio). At Cotswold RAW organ meats represent approximately 10% of the recipe thereby maintaining the appropriate calcium:phosphorous ratio
Heart is a muscle. However, it is heavier and more dense than muscle meat and contains more protein and nutrients. Ox heart also contains selenium, phosphorus and zinc, along with essential amino acids that help build muscle, store energy and boost stamina and endurance. The heart also contains twice as much collagen and elastin than meat, which is important for healthy joints.
Organ meats build muscle, strong bones, skeletal structure and healthy joints. They improve heart function, keep reproductive organs healthy and prevent diabetes and immune disorders. They are a powerful antioxidant and aid digestion and boost stamina.
Why do we include minced bones in our complete meals?
Bones are an essential component of a dog's diet. they contain vital nutrients such as amino acids, essential fatty acids and vitamins but also, importantly, minerals such as calcium. It is vital that dogs ingest enough calcium and that the ratio of calcium to phosphorous is maintained at the correct level. Meat contains phosphorous and bones are required to achieve the correct balance.
Poultry bones are ideal as they are soft and we use poultry bone in our Turkey, Chicken and Wild recipes.
In our richer, red meat complete meals we use lamb bone in our lamb and veal bones in our beef recipes.
Delivery charges
We aim to dispatch all orders within 24 hours of your purchase, please allow unto 5 days for delivery. For all preorders we do ask you to allow for up to 14 days for your delivery to arrive, on rare occasions we may need to contact you regarding your order.
UK mainland
Orders up to £49.99 are delivered for £4.99.
Orders from £50.00 to £99.99 are delivered for £6.99. Please note, a small number of larger items carry a fixed shipping charge of £10.00.
Orders over £100.00 are delivered for £9.99.
Jersey & Guernsey & non mainland UK
Orders between £0 - £49.99 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £10.00, however there are a select few individual items with a fixed shipping charge of £70.00 due to their size.
Orders between £50.00 - £99.99 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £30.00
Orders over £100.00 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £70.00
European Continent
Orders between £0 - £99.99 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £19.99, however there are a select few individual items with a fixed shipping charge of £70.00 due to their size.
Orders between £100.00 - £199.99 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £70.00
Orders over £200.00 are delivered within 21 working days, delivery charge is £125.00
Rest of the world
Orders between £0 - £99.99 are delivered within 28 working days, delivery charge is £25.00, however there are a select few individual items with a fixed shipping charge of £70.00 due to their size.
Orders between £100.00 - £199.99 are delivered within 28 working days, delivery charge is £70.00
Orders over £200.00 are delivered within 28 working days, delivery charge is £125.00
Returns
Our returns policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging with all labels attached.
Products returned must be unused/unopened, in original condition, and all tags and labels intact. To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase. Please ensure when sending back a return you include a note of your name, order number or copy of instore receipt and whether you would like a refund or exchange.
Please return items to:
Slickers Doghouse, 5 North Quay, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8AF
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned.
- Perishable goods such as food and treats cannot be returned.
- Shampoos, colognes, b-balm, and other hygiene products subject to return restrictions.
- Gift Cards
- Some health and personal care items
Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, please be aware this is subject to the normal banking system and may take up to 4 working days.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted including (if applicable):
- Any item not in its original condition is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Late or missing refunds (if applicable)
- If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
- Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
- Next, contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at admin@slickersdoghouse.co.uk
Sale items (if applicable)
Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately, sale items cannot be refunded unless approved.
Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at admin@slickersdoghouse.co.uk
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should send us an email at admin@slickersdoghouse.co.uk
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you may vary.
If you are shipping an item over £50, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
For any other questions, please email us at admin@slickersdoghouse.co.uk or alternatively fill out the contact form provided here.