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When it comes to preserving food, both freeze drying and dehydrating are popular methods used to extend shelf life and retain nutritional value. However, they differ significantly in their processes and outcomes. Here’s a closer look at the key differences between freeze dried and dehydrated foods for your furry friends!

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The Process

Freeze Drying:

• Method: Freeze drying involves freezing the food and then placing it in a vacuum. This process removes moisture through sublimation, where ice converts directly to vapor without passing through the liquid phase.
• Temperature: Food is frozen at extremely low temperatures, often below -40°F (-40°C).
• Time: Freeze drying is a time-consuming process, taking anywhere from several hours to a couple of days.

Dehydrating:

• Method: Dehydrating involves removing moisture from food by applying heat. Food is usually placed in an oven or a dehydrator.
• Temperature: Food is exposed to temperatures between 95°F and 160°F (35°C and 71°C).
• Time: Dehydrating is relatively quicker, taking several hours.

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Nutritional Value

Freeze Drying:

• Nutrient Retention: Freeze drying retains a higher percentage of the food’s original nutrients because the process occurs at low temperatures.
• Texture and Taste: Freeze dried foods tend to retain their original shape, texture, and taste more closely compared to dehydrated foods.

Dehydrating:

• Nutrient Retention: Dehydrating can cause some loss of nutrients, particularly heat-sensitive vitamins due to the higher temperatures used.
• Texture and Taste: Dehydrated foods often shrink and the taste may also be slightly altered.

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Practical Applications

Freeze Drying:

• Ideal For: Freeze dried treats are excellent for pet owners who want to provide their pets with high-nutrient treats that maintain the natural taste and texture of ingredients.

Dehydrating:

• Ideal For: Dehydrated treats are great for those looking for a cost-effective method to preserve food.

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At Punk-n-Pye's Best Friends Treats, we're proud to offer Freeze Dried Raw Chicken Breast Treats, Freeze Dried Raw Salmon Filet Treats, and Freeze Dried Raw Pumpkin Powder that are:

• Low calorie
• Lock in aroma, texture, and freshness by freezing at the peak of freshness
• 100% natural with no fillers, additives, preservatives, and nothing artificial
• USA-sourced

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Learn more about Punk-n-Pye's freeze dried raw treats here!

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