Are there any refrigerated pet food brands that focus on minimally processed recipes?

Yes — several refrigerated pet food brands emphasize minimally processed recipes, often using fresh meats, vegetables, and gentle cooking methods.

A few well-known examples:

• The Farmer’s Dog – fresh, refrigerated meals made in human-grade kitchens; lightly cooked and portioned for dogs.
• Freshpet – refrigerated rolls, bites, and meals with a short ingredient list and no artificial preservatives.
• JustFoodForDogs – fresh refrigerated meals and DIY nutrient blends; many recipes are gently cooked.
• Ollie – fresh, refrigerated dog food with whole-food ingredients and minimal processing.
• Nom Nom – fresh refrigerated meals designed to retain nutrient quality through gentle cooking.
• Pet Plate – refrigerated, chef-cooked meals with simple ingredient profiles.
• Smallbatch Pets – offers refrigerated/raw-style options and minimally processed recipes for dogs and cats.

A couple of things to keep in mind:

• “Minimally processed” can still mean gently cooked, not necessarily raw.
• Check whether the food is complete and balanced for your pet’s life stage.
• Refrigerated foods can be pricier and have shorter shelf lives than kibble.

If you want, I can also give you:

1. a dog-only list,
2. a cat-friendly list, or
3. a comparison by ingredients, processing, and price.