Flaxseed is the whole seed of the flax plant (genus Linum). Flaxseed is an outstanding source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Together these fibers aid in digestion and help to prevent constipation. Flaxseed is also an excellent source of amino acids, Omega-6, and more importantly Omega-3 essential fatty acids. When in the proper ratio with Omega-6 fatty acids, Omega-3 fatty acids regulate and control inflammatory reactions. The richest source of alpha-linoleic acid (ALA) is found in flaxseed. Nature’s Variety selects only the highest quality whole flaxseed grown in cool Canadian climates.

Flaxseed is the whole seed of the flax plant (genus Linum) from which oil can be obtained. Flaxseed oil is a high-quality source of essential fatty acids (particularly Omega-3’s) and other essential nutrients. Essential fatty acids are vital for the health of skin, coat, cardiovascular, immune, reproduction, and nervous system. When in the proper ratio with Omega-6 fatty acids, Omega-3 fatty acids may help to regulate and control inflammatory reactions.

Folic Acid is a Vitamin of the B complex that is water-soluble and essential in animal metabolism. It is also known as folate or Factor R. Folic acid is absorbed from the small intestine and small amounts are stored in the liver and other tissues. Excess is excreted in the feces. Its main function is to maintain the cells' genetic code, regulate cell division, and build red and white blood cells. When folic acid is deficient in the body, the inability to produce adequate DNA leads to decreased cellular growth and maturation. Like several of the other B vitamins, folic acid is synthesized by the bacteria of the large intestine in dogs and cats.

Freeze dried beef is simply our high quality striated beef muscle that has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried beef hearts are a striated, nutrient-rich muscle meat and a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Freeze dried beef hearts have undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried beef liver is a nutrient-rich organ meat, and is a good source of lean protein and Vitamin A and other vitamins/minerals. Freeze dried beef liver has undergone the natural freeze-drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off

Freeze dried chicken is simply our high quality striated chicken muscle that has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried ground rabbit bone is an excellent source of minerals, essential fatty acids, proteins, and enzymes, and has always been important part of a dog and cat’s natural diet. Bone contains calcium and phosphorus in the correct ratio and is the most bio-available source. It is also a significant source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin, naturally occurring compounds associated with joint health. The bone has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried lamb is simply our high quality striated lamb muscle that has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off. Nature’s Variety uses only lamb from Scrapie-free flocks.

Freeze dried lamb hearts are a striated, nutrient-rich muscle meat and is a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Freeze dried lamb hearts have undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off. Nature’s Variety uses only lamb from Scrapie-free flocks.

Freeze dried lamb liver is a nutrient-rich organ meat, and is a good source of protein, Vitamin A and other vitamins/minerals. Freeze dried lamb liver has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off. Nature’s Variety uses only lamb from Scrapie-free flocks.

Freeze dried rabbit is an alternative meat protein that helps to nourish your pet’s muscles and build strong bones. This unique protein can be a healthy solution for pets with allergies to common proteins. The rabbit meat is striated muscle that undergoes the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried rabbit hearts are a striated, nutrient-rich muscle meat and are a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Freeze dried rabbit hearts have undergone the natural freeze-drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried rabbit liver is a nutrient-rich organ meat, and is a good source of protein, Vitamin A, and other vitamins/minerals. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried rabbit lungs supply needed amino acids. The organ undergoes the natural freeze drying process. The freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried turkey is simply our high quality striated turkey muscle that has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried turkey hearts are a striated, nutrient-rich muscle meat and is a good source of thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, Vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Freeze dried turkey hearts have undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried turkey liver is a nutrient-rich organ meat, and is a good source of protein and Vitamin A and other vitamins/minerals. Freeze dried turkey liver has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off.

Freeze dried venison is simply our high quality striated venison muscle that has undergone the natural freeze drying process. Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water sublimated off. Nature’s Variety uses only venison from herds free of Chronic Wasting Disease.

Freeze drying is a food preservation process that requires no chemicals or additives and effectively retains the nutritional value, color, flavor and cellular structure of the food. It is a process whereby frozen food is placed under a vacuum and water removed to make the raw food shelf-stable. If processed correctly, there is barely any difference between the original food and the rehydrated freeze-dried food. The process is actually simple and has been used in some form or another as far back as the ancient Incans. Freeze drying takes advantage of the process called sublimation – water is turned from a solid phase (ice) into water vapor without ever entering the liquid phase. 1. Food is frozen 2. Frozen food is placed on hollow shelves in the freeze-drier chamber 3. The chamber is sealed and a pump vacuums out the air to an atmospheric pressure much lower than that at sea level 4. The shelves are gently heated with hot oil to a pre-set and controlled temperature. 5. Evaporative cooling keeps the actual product temperatures lower than the set point and retains nutrients. (note: hot oil never touches the food, it circulates inside the shelves) 6. The low pressure in the chamber forces the ice to go directly into a gas phase; it never turns into water 7. The water vapor is vacuumed off and expelled.