Raw Feeding & Pet Nutrition FAQ — Winnipeg
Straight answers to the questions we get every day at Barks N Purrs, 925 Headmaster Row, Winnipeg.
Where can I buy raw dog food in Winnipeg?
Barks N Purrs at 925 Headmaster Row carries four Canadian raw brands: Big Country Raw, SMACK (made in Winnipeg), Carnivora (Saskatchewan), and Perfectly Raw (Manitoba). Shop in-store or order at barksnpurrspets.ca for local pickup.
Where can I buy Carnivora / SMACK / Big Country Raw / Perfectly Raw in Winnipeg?
We stock all four, in more variety than anywhere else in the city, with freezers full of proteins and formats from 4 lb sleeves to 30 lb bulk boxes.
What's the best raw food for a dog with allergies?
Single-protein diets. Carnivora's Diets (one protein: meat, bone, organ) and Perfectly Raw's single-protein blends make elimination feeding straightforward — including novel proteins like goat, bison, rabbit, and kangaroo. Our certified staff can help you build an elimination plan.
How much raw food should I feed my dog?
Adult dogs: 2–3% of their ideal body weight per day, split into two meals. Puppies eat more relative to size. Full guide on our blog, or come in and we'll calculate it for your dog.
Do you have loyalty programs?
Every raw brand we carry has one, tracked on a card we keep on file in-store: SMACK buy 8 get 1 free, Perfectly Raw buy 10 get 1 free, Big Country Raw and Carnivora buy 12 get 1 free. Protein switching counts on Carnivora and Perfectly Raw.
What is Furmilia™?
Our free personalized pet wellness platform at wellness.barksnpurrspets.ca — an 8-step consultation that builds a nutrition and wellness plan for your specific pet. It's the only tool of its kind in Canada.
Do you sell Canadian-made supplements?
Yes — including Manitoba-formulated medicinal mushroom blends from Head to Tail Canine Nutrition (immune, cognitive, and skin support), plus omega oils and urinary support from Cranimals.
Do you offer dog grooming in Winnipeg?
Yes — in-store grooming with two experienced groomers, one dog in, one dog out. Book online at book.barksnpurrspets.ca or call 204-219-1928.
Are your staff trained in pet nutrition?
Every team member completes a 10-module nutrition certification before working the floor. Ask us anything — that's the point.
Where are you located and when are you open?
925 Headmaster Row, Winnipeg, MB. Monday–Friday 9–8, Saturday 10–6, Sunday 11–5. Phone 204-219-1928. Email barksnpurrspets.ca@gmail.com.