Advanced freeze-dried raw pet foods and ingredients for global distributors and private labels.
GAGA Pet Food Co., Ltd., located in Rizhao, Shandong Province, is a professional manufacturer specialising in high-quality freeze-dried pet food with more than ten years of dedicated experience in research and development, production and sales. For over a decade, we have focused on creating premium freeze-dried products that meet the highest international standards of nutrition, safety and palatability for pets worldwide.
In the global pet food market, the demand for freeze-dried raw food is experiencing a dramatic rise. Modern pet owners treat dogs and cats as family members, pushing the demand for biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) to new heights. Freeze-drying represents the gold standard of pet food manufacturing, maintaining the raw protein cellular structure, vitamins, and natural enzymes without chemical preservatives or high-heat processing.
We operate six advanced vacuum freeze-drying production lines, with a daily production capacity of up to 4,000 kilograms, allowing us to build a stable and efficient core supply chain for freeze-dried pet treats. Our team consists of more than 20 professional technical personnel, supported by an independent product research and development department.
We specialise in customised solutions, offering a highly responsive service that can complete the entire process—from receiving samples and discussing detailed requirements to producing finished samples—in as little as 10 days. This flexibility enables us to meet diverse market demands and support our partners effectively.
By concentrating purely on custom manufacturing and avoiding establishing our own house retail brand, we remove channel conflict. This ensures that all R&D and raw materials sourcing priorities are dedicated entirely to the growth of our OEM and ODM partners.
Our annual output exceeds 2,000 metric tons, providing an uninterrupted bulk supply chain that powers the growth of premium pet brands globally.
Bridging the gap between raw ingredient supply and localized market regulations.
Modern pet food brands require clear traceability lines. We procure 100% human-grade raw meats from verified regional farms, adhering to rigorous animal welfare and veterinary quarantine standards before entering our processing cleanrooms.
Our processing uses state-of-the-art pathogen control technology. Every batch is subjected to rigorous incubation testing to guarantee zero levels of Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and E. coli, preventing product recall risks.
We supply partners across the USA, Korea, Southeast Asia, and Europe. Our facility maintains active FDA registrations, compliance protocols, and custom border clearance certifications to expedite import customs clearances smoothly.
Understanding the sublimation process that locks in 97% of natural nutrition.
Fresh raw materials are prepared and cut to size (e.g. cod cubes, chicken livers, beef heart slices) and immediately shock-frozen to -40°C. This rapid freezing process forms micro-sized ice crystals, preserving the raw cellular structure and preventing nutrient loss upon rehydration.
The frozen meat is placed inside our advanced freeze-dryers. The chamber pressure is drawn down to less than 100 Pascals (near-vacuum state), preparing the ice within the meat to bypass the liquid state entirely.
Controlled thermal energy is applied to the product trays. The ice crystals sublimate directly into water vapor, removing approximately 90% of the moisture content. The temperature is strictly monitored to prevent raw proteins from denaturing.
The chamber temperature is raised slightly while maintaining the vacuum. This pulls out tightly bound water molecules. The final product achieves a moisture content level below 5%, ensuring a natural shelf life of up to 24 months without preservatives.
Comprehensive workflow designed to take your brand concept from formulation to global distribution.
| Phase | Workflow Steps | Technical Details & Deliverables | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | In-depth Demand Communication | Target market alignment, product parameters analysis, target cost positioning, and custom formulation specs definition. | Days 1-3 |
| 02 | Custom Formula R&D | Recipe design (grain-free, single source protein, functional additives like goat milk, cat grass, or vegetables). | Days 4-7 |
| 03 | Packaging Design & Support | Selection of packaging types: Stand-up resealable pouches, vacuum bags, plastic jars, or bulk cartons. | Days 5-8 |
| 04 | Sample Production & Optimization | Trial runs on our pilot freeze-drying lines. Samples sent to client for validation of taste, texture, and rehydration. | Days 8-10 |
| 05 | Standardized Mass Production | Scalable freeze-drying on 6 advanced lines. Strict monitoring of sublimation curves and critical control points. | 15-30 Days |
| 06 | Quality Assurance & Inspection | Full-batch microbial and analytical testing (moisture, ash, protein content). CIQ clearance and health certificate issuance. | Concurrent |
| 07 | Logistics & Export Clearance | Custom border compliance assistance, nitrogen-flushed protective packaging, and international shipping coordination. | On dispatch |
Our operational philosophy revolves around "Natural, Healthy, Delicious". Because we do not market our own retail brand, we do not compete with our customers. All of our engineering expertise, operational efficiency, and raw material access are directly deployed to secure your market success.
How global brands and end-consumers utilize freeze-dried pet formulations.
1. Dry Kibble Enhancer / Toppers: Freeze-dried cubes or meat powders are widely packaged and sold as dry food toppers. Mixing raw meat pieces with kibble increases palatability, providing an aromatic high-protein booster that appeals even to picky eaters.
2. Fast Rehydration Raw Meal: When mixed with warm water for 3 to 5 minutes, our freeze-dried meats absorb moisture rapidly, expanding back into soft, fresh meat textures. This rehydrated form is ideal for kittens, puppies, and senior pets experiencing difficulties chewing dry food.
Addressing the critical engineering, quality, and logistics concerns of global import directors.
For custom formulation or branded private packaging, our MOQ generally ranges between 500kg to 1,000kg depending on the raw materials requested (e.g. specialized marine proteins vs. standard poultry). We also accommodate mixed wholesaling for established catalog items to help newer pet brands test local market reactions with minimal risk.
Our freeze-drying equipment runs on computer-controlled thermal cycles. By utilizing shock-freezing below -40°C and sublimating under tight vacuum control, we bypass the liquid water phase. Because the product temperature never rises to heat-damage levels, the proteins, fragile enzymes, and natural amino acids remain biologically intact.
We are fully FDA-registered and certified. For each export shipment, we coordinate with the relevant entry-exit inspection and quarantine bureaus to provide formal Animal Health Certificates, Certificate of Origin, and microbial safety test records, ensuring zero delays at custom border entry points.
Yes. We offer complete custom mechanical cutting. Available shapes include standard 10mm cubes, micro-granules (designed for cat treats and training bites), round patties, whole raw muscle strips, and fine ground powders used for raw meal mixers.
All bulk shipping and retail packaging is performed under modified nitrogen-flushed atmospheres to displace residual oxygen. We utilize high-barrier, food-grade laminate foils or vacuum-sealed structures to safeguard the low-moisture freeze-dried products against ambient humidity and light degradation during distribution.
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