How to change?
How much should I give and how do I go from dry food to Rigo´s Meal?
The daily amount depends on the weight or ideal weight of your pets. If not, the daily amount depends on their age and physical activity.
You should give Rigo´s Meal daily from 3.5% to 4.5% of your pet's weight. Divide food belonging to adult pets into two portions. Unlike puppies between 2-6 months old, THEY WILL EAT 10% OF THEIR WEIGHT AND WILL DIVIDE THEIR FOOD INTO 3 PORTIONS A DAY; DUE TO THIS FACT, CREATE A DAILY MEAL PLAN OR CALCULATE THEIR INTAKE, ACTIVITY AND WEIGHT to help you feed your pets.
The transition should be unmixed and at least 12 hours apart from the other intake. It is important to know that it takes your pet 3-4 hours to digest Rigo´s Meal while dry processed food takes up to 12 hours to digest. We recommend that you start at least 12 hours after the last dry processed food your pet has eaten.
How to serve Rigo´s Meal to my pet?
It's simple. You must take the daily portion out of the freezer the day before and place it in the refrigerator to let it thaw. Once it has been defrosted, you can serve the dish. Please, do not put it in the microwave or use hot water to defrost the meal.
When should I use Rigo´s Meal?
Ideally, feed them after exercise to prevent any discomfort, it is also important that the dish are removed from their eating space once culminating activity (they have eaten or not), doing this creates the habit and can make their digestion correctly. Make sure the plate is clean before each meal.
How long does the refrigerated and frozen Rigo´s Meal last?
This is a good question because we value maintaining the freshness of our product in order to ensure that our best friends receive the maximum nutritional benefits that they deserve.
Freezer:
Once you receive your order of Rigo's Meal, you should put it in the freezer. We recommend that it should be used before 4 months (120 days approx.).
Fridge:
Once you have put the product in the refrigerator, it should last up to 7 days as long as you have not tampered (or opened) it. Rigo's Meal can only stay fresh for up to 12 hours when it has been opened and placed in the refrigerator.
How important is fresh protein for my pet?
Proteins for our pets are very important because they help to boost and maintain their immune system and strengthen your pet's muscles. Additionally, our furry friends get their energy from natural fats that are in proteins and carbohydrates.
Is it good to give my pets raw meat?
It is an excellent idea to give your pets raw meat because the digestive systems of both dogs and cats are able to fight bacteria that would be harmful to humans. Their immune systems are built to eat raw meat. In addition to this, their immune system creates greater number of defenses against external parasites.
Our freezing process has a minimum of 3 days and uses 18 degrees Celsius (64.4 Fahrenheit) in order to eliminate potential pathogens such as Salmonella or Toxoplasmosis.
Can I give my pet carbohydrates?
Yes, however there are a variety of natural carbohydrates from the vegetables that are already in Rigo's Meal. Our pets can easily digest these carbohydrates from vegetables in order to help them to maintain a well-balanced diet. These natural carbohydrates will not create any disease or disturb your pet's health.
Why is dry processed food not ideal for our pets?
There is a variety of dry processed food and some of them have a certain degree of quality but none of them meet the nutritional requirements of a carnivore because 80 % of them are made with cornmeal or wheat as the main source of protein. They pass through a production process where the bulk of the high quality ingredients and nutrients are lost. This dry processed food is rich in preservatives, dyes and additives that are harmful to your pet's health while causing numerous skin diseases, allergies and cancer.
Will my pet like Rigo´s Meal?
This was one of the reasons why the creators of the brand decided to look for alternatives for their French bulldog. It was a problem trying to get him to eat his dry food every day since it caused him to have serious health problems.
Rigo’s Meal leaves your pet completely satisfied. Your pet will leave the dish completely clean and will always be waiting for more.
What can I give to my pet for snacks in between meals?
We recommend one snack per day based on small portions of fruit or vegetables such as: apples, bananas, melons, and papayas. We also recommend these fruits and vegetables: peaches, watermelons, carrots and broccoli.