Why raw kefir for cats & dogs?
We believe that your whole family should get the best quality, most nutrient-dense, safest foods available. That’s why our pet food is made in the same way that we would prepare food for ourselves - with the highest quality farming standards, a straightforward process, and extreme attention to detail.
What are your milk safety standards?
Milk safety is a top priority. Although it's not required for raw pet milk, Miller's Bio Farm is certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture for raw milk production and bottling for humans in PA. We also go above and beyond what's "required" for that certification by testing every batch of milk on site for general bacteria counts.
What is kefir?
It’s a fermented milk drink. It’s tangy, similar to yogurt, but sourer.
Our kefir will almost always be more sour than sweet, and will likely be more sour than store bought.
What's the difference between the raw mild kefir and raw bursting kefir for cats & dogs?
The raw mild kefir is made with a freeze dried culture. As the name suggests, it's milder in flavor and may be more palatable for your furry family. Because we're using a set culture, it's also more consistent from week to week.
The raw bursting kefir is made with real kefir grains. It's typically quite strong in flavor and very bubbly (as the name suggests, it can burst when opening). Since the culture is wild (passed down in our community for generations), the bursting kefir may change a lot from batch to batch and week to week.
The kefir is watery on top. What should I do?
Separation with kefir is perfectly normal. You simply need to shake to recombine.
How long is it fermented for?
This kefir is fermented overnight for about 12 hours.
Can I make my own kefir with it?
This is a contested issue. You might experience some kitchen magic and be able to make more kefir starting with our kefir at home. But, for the best possibility of success, you should start with real kefir grains. You won't find those in any of our products, since all grains are strained before bottling.