Freeze-Dried Whole Prey Quail for Pets: Benefits, Uses, and Nutrition

Nature’s Perfectly Packaged Meal: Ancestral Nutrition Without the Compromise

Pet parents today are more informed than ever—and that’s a great thing. We read ingredient labels, question sourcing, and want food that supports our pets’ health as nature intended. If you’re looking for a treat that checks all those boxes!

🚨Don't miss out, buy now, BJ's Freeze-Dried Whole Prey Quail🚨

Sourced with the same integrity as our Lancaster farm-fresh blends, our Quail is handled with care right here in Pennsylvania.

Farm-fresh whole prey quail for dogs being fed as a healthy, raw treat; sourced from BJ's Raw Pet Food's Lancaster farm.

Here’s why this simple, species-appropriate treat delivers powerful benefits for pets of all kinds:

 

1. Whole Prey Nutrition—Just Like Nature Intended

In the wild, animals don’t eat “parts” of prey—they eat the entire animal. Whole prey feeding provides a complete nutritional profile that includes:

 + High-quality animal protein

+ Essential amino acids

+ Healthy fats

+ Natural vitamins and minerals

+ Calcium and phosphorus from bones

+ Organ nutrients that support overall vitality

BJ's Raw Pet Food Freeze-Dried Whole Prey Quail treat offers this balanced nutrition in its most natural form, without fillers, grains, or artificial additives. Nothing is stripped away, and nothing unnecessary is added.

2. Gently Freeze-Dried to Preserve Nutrients

Freeze-drying is one of the best preservation methods available. Unlike high-heat processing, freeze-drying:

+ Retains natural nutrients

+ Preserves flavor and aroma

+ Maintains the food’s original structure

+ Extends shelf life without chemical preservatives

The result is a raw, biologically appropriate treat that’s lightweight, shelf-stable, and easy to serve—while still delivering the benefits of fresh whole prey.

Unlike many commercial treats that use High-Pressure Processing (HPP) or high heat, our freeze-drying process preserves the live enzymes and probiotics that nature intended. We never use HPP, ensuring your pet gets truly raw nutrition in every bite.

3. Supports Dental, Digestive, and Overall Health

Whole prey treats aren’t just nutritious—they’re functional.

+ Dental health: Chewing whole prey helps naturally clean teeth and support jaw strength. The unique, light crunch of freeze-dried quail bone acts as a natural toothbrush, gently scraping away plaque without the hardness of traditional ‘weight-bearing’ bones.

+ Digestive health: Species-appropriate proteins are easier for pets to digest and utilize.

+ Skin & coat support: Natural fats and amino acids promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.

+ Energy & vitality: Clean protein fuels lean muscle and sustained energy levels.

Because quail is a novel protein for many pets, it’s also an excellent option for animals with sensitivities to more common proteins. 

4. Mental Enrichment and Natural Instinct Satisfaction

Pets thrive when they’re allowed to express natural behaviors. Whole prey feeding provides mental stimulation and enrichment by engaging your pet’s instinct to hunt, chew, and explore.

This can help:

+ Reduce boredom and stress

+ Encourage slow, mindful eating

+ Promote confidence and natural problem-solving

+ For many pets, whole prey treats aren’t just food—they’re an experience.

5. Clean, Single-Ingredient Transparency

Pet parents deserve to know exactly what they’re feeding. BJ's Raw Pet Food Freeze-Dried Whole Prey Quail treats are:

+ Single-ingredient

+ Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

+ Free from fillers, grains, and sugars

What you see is what you get—pure quail, and only quail!

6. Versatile and Easy to Serve

These treats can be used in multiple ways:

+ As a high-value treat

+ As a meal topper

+ As part of a raw or species-appropriate feeding routine

+ The can be rehydrated with warm water for pets that prefer softer textures

+ They’re convenient for pet parents while still honoring natural nutrition.

Why people feed quail

It is another source of protein, as a treat, for food diversification for your pet ... because who likes to eat the same thing over and over again?!

+ Novel protein: Quail isn’t common in commercial dog food, so it’s useful for dogs with food sensitivities or allergies to chicken, beef, etc

+ Highly digestible: It’s relatively lean and easy on the stomach for many dogs

+ Nutrient-dense: Good source of protein, B vitamins, iron, zinc, and healthy fats

+ Whole-prey option: It provides meat, bone, and organs in one package

Raw bones are soft and digestible for pets. Many dogs just… really like it!

A happy dog enjoying a BJ’s Raw Pet Food freeze-dried whole prey quail treat, showing the natural feathers and ancestral nutrition

A Treat You Can Feel Confident About

Choosing BJ's Raw Pet Food Freeze-Dried Whole Prey Quail is about more than just a treat—it’s about supporting your pet’s health in the most natural, biologically appropriate way possible. With minimal processing, complete nutrition, and instinct-driven benefits, this is one of the closest options to feeding as nature intended.

Your pet doesn’t need complicated ingredients or flashy packaging—just real food, done right.

We offer a wide variety of products to help diversify your pet’s protein sources, and with new and seasonal offerings throughout the year, you can keep their diet both exciting and highly nutritious!

 ~ Thank you for supporting our small, family-owned business  ~
The BJ's Raw Pet Food Team 
Real food, Real People - Raw, Unprocessed Food for your Pet and Live Customer Support : Monday - Friday, 8:00AM- 5:30PM EST and Saturdays, 9:00AM -3:00PM EST
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