Pros
- Inexpensive compared to other fresh food brands. 20% off for the first two orders, and a money-back guarantee for your first order if you don’t see results within a few weeks.
- Meal plan customization includes considerations for several health conditions.
- Recipes are formulated by board certified veterinary nutritionists who take your dog’s taste preferences and food sensitivities into account while still making the meals as tasty as possible.
- Speedy delivery service brings dog food to you freshly cooked. Simply thaw and heat and your dog can enjoy a meal that tastes as if it was cooked moments ago.
Cons
- Although the price is very competitive compared to other brands, some may still find it pricey at ~$48 per week on average for a medium-sized dog.
- Customization options can only be accessed via customer support, not the website itself. Additionally, customers are unable to specify which day they would like to receive their weekly shipment.
Fresh food is all the rage these days in the world of pet health, and for good reason. It’s common wisdom that fresh ingredients are better for one’s health. And with the recent surge in health consciousness, it was natural for me to decide that the same should be observed for my pets as well—and so goes the search for the best fresh dog food.
However, pricing still presents a significant barrier of entry to fresh pet food. That’s what Nom Nom set out to eliminate, by offering quality fresh meals at a very competitive price. But does it do so without compromising quality? In my Nom Nom review, you’ll find out and decide if it is the best dog food delivery service for you.
Features of Nom Nom
More Detailed Recipe Personalization
Nom Nom’s recipes have all the features you would expect from a meal personalization quiz, such as considerations for several health conditions. They give the option to make your recipes grainless or gluten-free as well.
However, you’ll have to contact customer service to fine-tune your recipes and delivery parameters. Also, since the company makes it a point to ensure that each weekly supply is delivered to you as fresh as possible, they have to fix the delivery timetables, meaning you can’t pick the days on which you receive your shipment.
Well-Rounded Selection
Nom Nom offers a good selection of red and white meat. It lacks more niche meats such as venison, however. But it more than makes up for it with quality. They offer a version of chicken cuisine that’s ideal for cats too. Your dog’s food will vary from these recipes: Beef Mash, Chicken Cuisine, Pork Potluck, and Turkey Fare.
Aside from fresh meals, you can get treats and supplements that are also formulated based on your dog’s unique health profile.
Superior Ingredient Quality
Nom Nom ticks the usual boxes such as using USDA-approved ingredients and sourcing them from sustainable US farms, but it takes it a step further by ensuring that no animal byproducts are present in any of their recipes, unlike other fresh dog food brands that prefer to leave meat in its absolute natural state.
Great Value For Money
On average, Nom Nom’s price is significantly lower than that of other fresh dog food brands. It will cost around $48 to feed average-sized dog some of the more premium recipes for a week, provided there aren’t many health considerations to account for. But this can go down to around $40 if you opt for the cheapest recipes.
Contrast that with PetPlate or Ollie, whose cost plays around $60-$80 on average for a week’s supply. One of the few fresh dog food brands that come close is Farmer’s Dog, averaging at $53 per week. If you are looking for a good dog food that’s affordable, Nom Nom is a great choice.
New Subscriber-Friendly
New subscribers get 20 percent off in their first two weeks to make it less of an investment to try out Nom Nom. If you decide at any point that Nom Nom isn’t right for you, you can cancel your subscription immediately. Nom Nom also offers sample packets at $15 each, so you can let your dog taste-test the meals first before committing to a subscription.
Noticeable Results
Nom Nom carefully craft their recipes so that food quality is evident in noticeable improvements in your dog’s health. They have a general timeline of what improvements you can expect every week, starting with an overall rise in energy.
Afterwards, you’ll be able to see their coats get shinier. You may also notice throughout the first few weeks of feeding them Nom Nom that their digestive health will get better, judging by how well-formed their stools are and fresher breath.
Money-Back Guarantee
If you can show that your dog hasn’t been reaping the benefits even after weeks of eating Nom Nom’s custom recipes, you are guaranteed a 100 percent refund of your first order. Some may consider this a raw deal, but this is standard across most fresh dog food brands since they’re smaller companies and can’t really afford better return policies.
Perfectly Portioned Meals
Nom Nom’s meals are meticulously formulated and portioned right down to the last calorie, so if your dog has been dealing with weight issues, these should be mitigated within a few weeks of eating Nom Nom, if not noticeably reduced. Your dog can readily eat as soon as food arrives.
Is This The Right Choice For You?
The main selling point of Nom Nom is that it’s quality fresh dog food at a bargain price. Those more used to purchasing cheap commercially available dog food may still find $48 a week or more pretty steep, but keep in mind that you’re investing in your dog’s health and longevity. One study found that dogs who are fed a fresh food diet lives an average of 3 years longer [1] than dogs who are fed commercially available food.
Price is its main edge over other fresh dog food brands. But dogs who are dealing with multiple health issues may stand to gain more from Nom Nom if you spend a little extra on their supplements. You just need to tell customer service what your dog is dealing with to fine-tune their recipes and supplements.
Plus, if you’re one of those pet parents who has problems with your dog being a picky eater, Nom Nom’s perfectly flavored and textured recipes should sort that out quickly.
Perhaps the biggest disadvantage with Nom Nom is the difficulty in tweaking your customized recipes and other options. However, that is just a UX problem that can be fixed with time.
