Why we feed?

Feeding the aorta to dogs provides several nutritional benefits. The aorta is a type of organ meat rich in connective tissue and proteins like collagen and elastin, essential for maintaining healthy joints, skin, and coat. These proteins, including cartilage and ligaments, support a dog’s overall structural health. Additionally, the aorta contains other nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals, that contribute to overall well-being. Since the aorta is part of an animal’s natural diet in the wild, feeding it to your dog can provide a healthy, species-appropriate source of protein and beneficial compounds. It is usually served raw or dehydrated as a treat or part of a balanced raw diet.

How to feed?

Beef aorta can be included in your dog’s diet as a muscle meat or used as a recreational chew! Because of the shape, you can make a cannoli-type treat with a mixture of Greek yogurt, air-dried treats, or fresh meat. Just stuff it and freeze! This way, the chew lasts much longer and can be enjoyed on a warm day outside or as a fun chew while your pup is crated.

Additional info?

Although the aorta is part of the heart, which is an organ, the heart or aorta is not fed as an organ, but rather as part of the muscle meat. Secreting organs, like the liver and spleen, are the organs used for the organ components in a fresh food diet.