Your Questions, Answered

  • A gradual transition helps prevent digestive upset and gives your dog's system time to adjust.

    Days 1–2: 25% Happy Tails + 75% current food

    Days 3–4: 50% Happy Tails + 50% current food

    Days 5–6: 75% Happy Tails + 25% current food

    Day 7+: 100% Happy Tails

    For dogs with sensitive stomachs, transition over 10–14 days.

  • A slight change in stool consistency can be normal as your dog's digestive system adjusts to fresh food.

    If this happens:

    • Slow the transition.

    • Stay at the current ratio for a few extra days.

    • Make sure your dog has plenty of fresh water.

    If diarrhea is severe, persistent, or your dog seems ill, consult your veterinarian before continuing.

  • Fresh food smells and tastes very different from kibble.

    Try:

    • Warming the food slightly.

    • Mixing it with their current food.

    • Adding a spoonful of our broth.

    • Sprinkle Parmesan Cheese or one of our all-natural toppers over the food

    • Offering it at normal mealtimes and removing uneaten food after 20–30 minutes.

    Most dogs adjust within a few days.

Feeding

  • A simple starting point:

    • Small dogs: about 2½–3% of body weight per day

    • Adult dogs: about 2–2½% of body weight per day

    • Active dogs and puppies may need more.

    • Senior or less active dogs may need less.

    Every dog is different. Age, metabolism, activity level, and body condition all matter. We're happy to help you determine the right amount for your pet.

  • Most adult dogs do best eating twice daily.

    Puppies generally need 3–4 meals each day.

  • Yes! Many families begin by mixing fresh food with kibble before transitioning completely.

    Many families with large dogs continue to feed a high-grade kibble to supplement.

  • Yes. Puppies have different nutritional needs and generally require more calories. Contact us so we can recommend the best feeding plan.

  • Absolutely. Many senior dogs enjoy fresh food because it's highly palatable and easy to chew.

  • We'll gladly discuss your dog's needs and help you choose the recipe that may be the best fit. We recommend working with your veterinarian for dogs with diagnosed food allergies or medical conditions.

Ingredients

  • Whenever possible, we source ingredients locally and use real, recognizable foods you would find in your own kitchen. When in season, we get as many vegetables as possible from Freedom Acres Farm. A farm that is on West Main and they have created a healthy system of growing the best vegetables for two- and four-legged friends.

  • No. We do not add artificial preservatives, colors, or fillers.

  • Examples include:

    • Artificial preservatives

    • Artificial colors

    • Artificial flavors

    • Fillers

    • Canned vegetables

Storage

    • Refrigerated: 5-7 days.

    • Frozen: One year - our products are vacuum sealed so they last a very long time in the freezer.

    • Freeze-dried products: Store in a cool, dry place after opening and reseal promptly. This product will last indefinitely.

  • It's best to avoid refreezing food that has been fully thawed. Instead, thaw only what you'll use over the next few days.

  • Yes! Many dogs enjoy their meals slightly warmed. Heat gently until just warm—never hot.

    We always warm our dogs food!!

  • Our meals are gently cooked to help ensure food safety while preserving quality nutrients.

Purchasing

    • Our Calera location

    • Freedom Acres Farm (Durant)

    • Pruett's Food Store (Durant)

    • The Happy Tails Chuck Waggin' at select events

  • We do not ship currently. As we continue to hone our freeze-dried products, we will add this to option to our website. Keep checking back for updates.

About Happy Tails

  • Happy Tails Kitchen began with four very special family members—our two "littles," Delilah and Jethro, and our two "bigs," Tito and Daisey.

    Like so many pet parents, we wanted the very best for our dogs. A few years ago, we started preparing fresh meals for them in our own kitchen using real meat, fresh vegetables, and wholesome ingredients. Before long, we noticed incredible changes. They had more energy, healthier coats, bright eyes, and they couldn't wait for mealtime.

    Seeing those positive changes inspired us to share what we had discovered with other families who love their pets as much as we love ours.

    Today, every meal we prepare is made with the same care we give our own dogs. We use locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, fresh vegetables—never canned—and recipes made with real meat, never fillers or artificial ingredients. We believe our dogs deserve food made from ingredients you can recognize and trust.

    Happy Tails Kitchen is proudly family-owned and operated, and when you choose us, you become part of our extended family. Whether your best friend has four little paws or four big ones, our goal is the same: to help every dog live the happiest, healthiest, longest life possible.

    Because around here, we believe every meal is another opportunity to show our dogs just how much we love them.

  • We believe dogs deserve food made from real ingredients you can recognize. Every batch is prepared in our kitchen using fresh meats and wholesome vegetables, without the artificial preservatives and fillers commonly found in many highly processed foods. We focus on quality, transparency, and treating every dog like one of our own.

  • Every dog is unique, and we'd love to help. Stop by our Calera store, visit us at one of our events, call us, or send us a message. Whether you're feeding a tiny Dachshund or a giant Great Dane, we're here to help you give your best friend the very best.

Still Have Questions?

  • Phone: 580-920-6834

    Location: 501 W. Haynie, Calera, OK 74730

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