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Storage and handling
Different shelf life than other raw foods
AnswersTM raw food, naturally through fermentation, has high counts of good bacteria. In this environment Salmonella or other pathogens would not survive well or be able to grow. The good bacteria crowds out and prevents the pathogens or bad bacteria from multiplying. If Answers Pet Food is temperature abused, compromised, or gets warmer than refrigerated temperatures, the good bacteria multiplies, grows and creates an environment even more lethal to pathogens, which then causes the pathogenic cells to decrease. Sitting out at room temperature actually elevates the probiotic count. In fact, Answers Pet Food is the only raw pet food that ensures protection from production all the way to the bowl and continuing on through your pet’s digestion.
Here’s what’s acceptable:
STORAGE AND SERVING
Keep frozen. Thaw in refrigerator or at room temperature in protective bowl or on a plate.* Once thawed, portion food and store in refrigerator, or refreeze for scheduled feeding convenience. We suggest storing in sealed glass containers.
SAFE HANDLING
Keep raw products separate from other foods. Wash working surfaces, utensils, hands, and any other items that come in contact with raw product with hot, soapy water.
ONCE THAWED - MAXIMUM REFRIGERATION AND ROOM TEMP TIMES
days AdditionalTM Formula - Fermented Raw Milks and Bone Broths hours Store refrigerated: Good for 30 days.
days hours
In use: can be kept at room temperature up to 12 hours; then refrigerate or refreeze.
DetailedTM And StraightTM Formulas
Store refrigerated: Good for 7 days.
In use: can be kept at room temperature up to 8 hours; then refrigerate or refreeze.
days RewardsTM Cheese Treats
hours Store sealed in container refrigerated: Good for 14 days.
days hours
In use: can be kept at room temperature up to 24 hours; then refrigerate or refreeze.
RewardsTM Feet Treats
Store refrigerated: Good for 7 days.
In use: can be kept at room temperature up to 24 hours; then refrigerate or refreeze.