Same recipe. Same nutrition. Different texture.
If you’ve browsed our product listings, you’ve probably noticed that many of our raw grinds are offered in both coarse and fine textures.
They contain the exact same ingredients—but the grind size can make a big difference in how your pet experiences their meal. Here’s how to choose the one that’s right for your carnivore.
Coarse Grinds: Texture & Variety in Every Bite
Coarse grinds have visible pieces of bone—sometimes as large as a little over an inch long and about the thickness of a #2 pencil (though that’s the larger end, not the norm).
They offer more texture for your pet to explore. You might even occasionally find:
- Chicken eyes or toes in the coarse chicken grind
- Duck eyes in the coarse duck grind
- Sections of quill in coarse turkey grinds
Why customers love them:
- Great for healthy carnivores who enjoy extra texture
- Adds enrichment to mealtime
Fine Grinds: Smooth & Easy to Eat
Fine grinds have a soft, uniform texture—bones are ground so finely they’re rarely visible, and you won’t find whole eyes, toes, or large pieces of anything.
This texture is often preferred by:
- Cats
- Carnivores under 12 pounds
- Pets with dental issues
- Pets with sensitive digestion
- Carnivores who just like a smoother texture
Side-by-Side: What’s the Difference?
| Coarse Grinds | Fine Grinds | |
|---|---|---|
| Texture | Chunkier, visible bone pieces | Smooth, bone not visible |
| Bone Size | Can be up to ~1" long, #2 pencil thickness (on the large end) | Ground so fine it’s hardly noticeable |
| Visible Surprise Bits | Yes—eyes, toes, quills, scales possible | No |
| Best For | Healthy carnivores, texture lovers | Cats, small pets, sensitive eaters |
| Ingredients | Same as fine | Same as coarse |
Which Should You Choose?
It really comes down to texture preference—both options are nutritionally identical.
Choose Coarse if:
- You like seeing some of the natural parts of the prey animal
- Your pet enjoys texture
- You want to add more enrichment to mealtime
Choose Fine if:
- You prefer a uniform look to the grind
- Your pet is small, has dental issues, or prefers a softer texture
- You’re feeding cats, ferrets, or pets with sensitive digestion
Some pets like one over the other, some happily eat both—it’s truly individual.
Our Takeaway
Coarse or fine, you’re still getting the same quality, whole-animal nutrition—it’s just about how you and your pet want it prepared.
Want to try both? You might be surprised which one your carnivore prefers.
