{"product_id":"the-dogs-butcher-raw-dog-food-1kg-whole-ox-tongue","title":"The Dogs Butcher Raw Dog Food - 1kg Whole Ox Tongue","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dogs Butcher Whole Ox Tongue 1kg is a premium quality raw meal component specifically designed to promote excellent dental hygiene, build powerful jaw strength, and provide ultimate textural variety for working dogs and active companions. Produced by the DEFRA approved Devon manufacturer using ethically and locally sourced UK livestock, this single ingredient product consists of 100% human grade British beef. Departing from standard ground or diced textures, this item is delivered as a singular, completely intact whole tongue that typically weighs between 650g and 1.2kg. This natural presentation aligns perfectly with the brand philosophy of offering honest, unadulterated components, giving owners complete freedom to feed the item whole for a primitive tearing experience or portion it precisely at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single protein framework delivers an incredibly robust profile of essential macro and micro nutrients that support long term metabolic performance and vitality. Structurally, ox tongue is an incredibly dense, hardworking muscle meat, meaning it contributes directly to the 80% muscle meat portion of your dog's bowl rather than counting toward the 10% secreting offal allowance. It provides an outstanding source of high quality red meat protein alongside a rich profile of essential fatty acids, zinc, choline, and highly bioavailable iron needed for optimal muscle recovery and cellular oxygenation. It is also an exceptional natural source of B group vitamins (particularly vitamin B12) which are vital for supporting healthy nervous system maintenance and steady daily energy levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a completely boneless and offal free product, this whole tongue is classified as a complementary raw food item. This makes it a highly versatile asset for experienced raw feeders who prefer a hands on DIY approach to building their dog's meals. It serves as a wonderful foundational building block for balancing out high bone meals, managing poultry free red meat diets, or acting as an engaging, high reward protein rotator that satisfies your dog's primal instinct to chew, pull, and process large cuts of fresh meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnimal Type: Domestic dogs and working dogs. Strictly not for human consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreed Size: All breeds and sizes; the large whole tongue can be effortlessly sliced down for small toy breeds or left completely intact as an immersive chewing challenge for medium, large, and giant breeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLife Stage: Formulated for adult dogs and older puppies from 24 weeks onwards. Especially ideal for active working breeds, athletic companions with high metabolic demands, or dogs requiring a clean, single protein red meat alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Guide and How To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDaily Serving: As a general guide, feed approximately 2% to 3% of your adult dog's ideal body weight per day, preferably split across two daily meals. Adjust the exact amount based on your dog's workload, age, metabolic rate, and physical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDietary Balancing: This is a complementary, boneless raw ingredient. To achieve a complete and balanced daily diet, ensure this tongue is paired with an appropriate calcium source or raw bone, and rotated with different protein varieties per week, or supplemented with your own choice of secreting offal (like liver and kidney), seasonal fruits, and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing Strategy: Serve straight from thawed. Simply open the pack and present the whole tongue directly to your dog, or cut to your preferred dimensions using a sharp kitchen knife. If smaller serving amounts are required, allow the tongue to soften slightly at room temperature just enough to safely slice, then return the unused portion immediately to the freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandling and Thawing: Store at 18°C and keep frozen until ready to use. Defrost the package inside a sealed container in the refrigerator overnight (approximately 12 to 14 hours) before serving. Never boil, cook, or microwave this product, as heat destroys the beneficial live digestive enzymes and alters the natural structure of the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage Advice: Once fully defrosted, store the ox tongue in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use within 48 hours to ensure maximum freshness. Do not refreeze the product once it has thawed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe Handling: This is a raw meat product and should be handled with standard hygiene rules. Wash hands, bowls, utensils, and all preparation surfaces thoroughly with warm, soapy water after serving. Always make fresh, clean drinking water available daily.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trusty Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54556055929166,"sku":"TDBWOXT","price":7.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/7105\/4670\/files\/OxTongueWhole.png?v=1787821019","url":"https:\/\/trustypetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/the-dogs-butcher-raw-dog-food-1kg-whole-ox-tongue","provider":"Trusty Pet Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}