The A Pup Above Blog

Nutrition, training and wellness tips for happier, healthier dogs.

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Is Fresh Dog Food Worth It?

Is fresh dog food worth it? An honest look at the real benefits, the real downsides, what it actually costs, and what verified customer reviews say.

Is Fresh Dog Food Worth It?

Is fresh dog food worth it? An honest look at the real benefits, the real downsides, what it actually costs, and what verified customer reviews say.

Two ceramic bowls of gently cooked dog food side by side on a soft yellow background, each a different protein recipe

A Pup Above vs. Ollie: How the Two Fresh Dog Fo...

A Pup Above and Ollie are both fresh, gently cooked dog food brands, but they cook, price, and sell their food differently. See the sourced comparison.

A Pup Above vs. Ollie: How the Two Fresh Dog Fo...

A Pup Above and Ollie are both fresh, gently cooked dog food brands, but they cook, price, and sell their food differently. See the sourced comparison.

Five small bowls arranged in an arc on a deep green background, each holding a visibly different dog food texture

Fresh Dog Food Brands Compared (2026)

A sourced comparison of fresh dog food brands: A Pup Above, The Farmer's Dog, Ollie, Nom Nom, JustFoodForDogs, and Freshpet.

Fresh Dog Food Brands Compared (2026)

A sourced comparison of fresh dog food brands: A Pup Above, The Farmer's Dog, Ollie, Nom Nom, JustFoodForDogs, and Freshpet.

Three stages of dog food left to right on a pale blue background: a frozen frosted block, a half-thawed portion, and a served bowl

How to Store, Thaw and Serve Fresh Dog Food

Learn how to thaw A Pup Above fresh dog food safely, how long it keeps once opened, what to do when your box arrives, and how much freezer space to...

How to Store, Thaw and Serve Fresh Dog Food

Learn how to thaw A Pup Above fresh dog food safely, how long it keeps once opened, what to do when your box arrives, and how much freezer space to...

A bowl of dry kibble with a spoonful of gently cooked fresh food spooned over one side, a spoon resting alongside

Dog Food Toppers for Picky Eaters: The Complete...

See how fresh, gently cooked dog food works as a topper for picky eaters: how much to use by weight, cost per day, and how it compares to other toppers.

Dog Food Toppers for Picky Eaters: The Complete...

See how fresh, gently cooked dog food works as a topper for picky eaters: how much to use by weight, cost per day, and how it compares to other toppers.

Two bowls of dog food side by side on a deep green background, one coarse and shredded, the other a finer ground texture

A Pup Above vs. The Farmer's Dog: How the Fresh...

Comparing A Pup Above and The Farmer's Dog on cooking method, recipes, pricing structure, shipping and returns, sourced from each brand's own public pages.

A Pup Above vs. The Farmer's Dog: How the Fresh...

Comparing A Pup Above and The Farmer's Dog on cooking method, recipes, pricing structure, shipping and returns, sourced from each brand's own public pages.