Elk Shoulder




What is Elk Shoulder?
Elk shoulder is the muscle meat where the foreleg meets the torso. Find more about it on the #feedreal dog food glossary elk shoulder.
single ingredient
thinly sliced
air-dried in 28 hours
no preservatives
free-range
sourced from New Zealand
Real Dog Box’s Elk Shoulder are freshly air-dried in San Diego.
The Real Dog Box kitchen is located in San Diego, CA. All of our food is sourced from American ranchers, farms, or distributors. We receive our meat in raw form, prepare them by hand and gently dry them in our patent-pending air driers. We pack and ship it all as soon as it is ready to make sure we are feeding your dog food as fresh as possible.
7 Reasons to Feed Elk Shoulder

Can my dog eat Elk Shoulder?
Elk shoulder is a lean novel protein, which makes it perfect for most dogs.
Why should I feed Elk Shoulder?
Elk is a novel protein, meaning it's perfect for dogs with sensitivities to other proteins. It is also very lean, making it great for dogs that need lower fat options.
Can dogs have Elk Shoulder allergies?
It would be extremely rare for a dog to have an allergy or sensitivity to elk as it is a novel protein. However, if a dog does seem to have a sensitivity, venison, beef, and bison are nice alternatives.
TIPS & RECIPES
Mental enrichment Sprinkle on a lick mat and use kefir, Greek yogurt, or goat milk as the 'glue.' Freeze for a tasty treat and mental stimulation.
DIY meal Include in your dog’s raw diet as his 80% muscle meat content.
Meal top Level up your dog's bowl by sprinkling elk on top of your dog’s bowl. This can be especially helpful with picky eaters.
Use as high value training treats Simple to feed, break into as small as you want.
Softer treats Rehydrate the treats in warm water for 2-3 minutes to create softer, meaty treats. This is helpful for senior dogs or those with dental challenges.
Pup cake decor One of favorite nutrient-rich garnishes for a pup cupcakes!
INGREDIENTS
100% elk shoulder. Nothing else.
Guaranteed Analysis
crude protein81.97% min
crude fat5.65% min
crude fiber<1% max
moisture7.38% max
calories288.7 kcal per bag
net weight
Each 3oz bag is made from 12oz of raw elk shoulder.

According to TCM, elk is considered a NEUTRAL protein. Read more about TCM here.
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Shelf Life & Storage

How do I feed Elk Shoulder?
Introduce slowly. You can serve elk shoulder right out of the bag whole or tear into pieces or sprinkle over your pup’s meal for an extra kick of flavor and protein.
Rehydrate the treats in warm water for 2-3 minutes to create softer, meatier treats.
Each 3oz bag is made from 12oz of raw elk shoulder.

FUN FACT
Although they are similar in appearance, elk, deer, and moose are all very distinct animals.