How is fresh food different from kibble?

Food grade versus feed grade, cooking, moisture and preservatives, and what changes in the bowl.

Updated 23 Oct 2026 · 1 min read

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Most kibble is feed grade and made at high heat. Soluky is made from fresh, human-grade ingredients, gently cooked at low temperatures and frozen, with no added preservatives or fillers. Our meals are complete and balanced, so they replace kibble rather than sit on top of it.

Side by side

Typical kibbleSoluky fresh meals
GradeFeed gradeFood grade, human-grade ingredients, mostly sourced locally
IngredientsMay include meat meal, by-products and fillersReal meat and organs, vegetables, no meat meal, by-products or fillers
Real meatVaries, often a smaller share56% to 66% for dogs, up to 85% for cats
CookingHigh heat, ultra-processedGently cooked, low and slow, then frozen
MoistureDryAround two-thirds moisture
PreservativesOften addedNone added: freezing keeps it fresh
CarbohydratesOften more than a dog or cat needsGentle sources: white rice, sweet potato or tapioca

What owners often notice

Every pet is different. One change many owners notice is smaller, firmer stools, which are common on fresh food. See smaller poops and what to expect in weeks 1 to 4.

Switching from kibble

Switch gradually: dogs over 7 days, cats over 14 days, and picky or sensitive pets over 21 days. Follow switching your dog or switching your cat.

Want to keep some kibble in the bowl? You can. See mixing Soluky with other food.

What about the cost?

Fresh food costs more per bag than kibble, but you only feed what your pet needs, calculated to the gram. See how much Soluky costs for real examples.

Why we cook gently instead of serving raw: why cooked and frozen.

See my pet's plan and price

Still need help?

Message the Soluky team on WhatsApp (fastest) or email us. Include your order number if it is about an order.