Back 2 Basics Beef Heart Bites
Taurine-Rich Muscle Organ for Dogs & Cats | Lean Protein Boost
Back 2 Basics Beef Heart Bites are single-ingredient, raw beef heart cut into convenient, meaty cubes. Naturally rich in taurine and B vitamins, heart is a nutrient-dense addition to a DIY raw diet for dogs and cats or a simple way to boost protein variety.
Highly palatable and lean, beef heart delivers whole-prey nutrition with bold flavor.
< data-start="625" data-end="628">Why Feed Beef Heart?
Beef heart is classified as a muscle meat in raw feeding (not a secreting organ), but it offers unique nutritional value.
It naturally provides:
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Taurine — especially important for cats to support heart and eye health
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High-quality, bioavailable protein
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B vitamins for energy metabolism
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Iron and zinc for overall vitality
For cats in particular, taurine-rich foods like heart are a beneficial part of a balanced raw feeding plan.
< data-start="1115" data-end="1118">How to Use
When building a DIY raw diet, beef heart can replace a portion of the muscle meat component. It can make up to 5–15% of the total diet as part of protein rotation.
As a topper or treat:
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Dogs: Add 1–2 oz per meal depending on size
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Cats: Offer small cubes or mix finely chopped pieces into meals
If new to your pet, introduce gradually and rotate proteins regularly.
< data-start="1529" data-end="1532">Beef heart is not a complete meal. A balanced raw diet should also include secreting organs (like liver and kidney), edible bone or a calcium source, and additional muscle meats to maintain proper nutrient balance.