FAQs

From our family to yours.

We founded The Dorset Meat Company in 2019 with a simple belief that better food starts with better ingredients and knowing where they come from.

Since then we’ve delivered more than 100,000 orders helping families across Britain create over half a million meals using grass-fed British meat sustainably sourced fish deli produce and chef-prepared food.

In 2023 The Dorset Meat Company was named Britain’s Best Online Butcher.

And somewhere along the way we asked ourselves a very simple question.

If we care this much about the food we put on our own tables why should it be any different for our dogs?

That’s why we created Monty’s Larder.

We took everything we’d learned about sourcing exceptional ingredients knowing our farmers fishermen and producers and making food properly and applied those same principles to food for dogs.

Today Monty’s meals are freshly prepared on a working West Country farm using grass-fed British beef and lamb high-welfare poultry sustainably sourced fish and fresh vegetables.

Every recipe is complete and balanced with specialist veterinary nutrition knowledge behind it so proper food and proper nutrition go hand in hand.

No cheap fillers
No grains
No unnecessary ingredients

Just proper food made with the care and standards we’d expect for ourselves.

Because they’re family too.

Jane and Nick Somper

Founders of Monty’s Larder and The Dorset Meat Company

Monty’s Larder comes from The Dorset Meat Company Britain’s Best Online Butcher 2023 bringing years of experience sourcing exceptional food from trusted British farmers fishermen and producers.

Our meals are freshly prepared on a real working West Country farm using grass-fed British beef and lamb high-welfare poultry sustainably sourced fish and fresh vegetables.

Every recipe is complete and balanced with specialist veterinary nutrition knowledge behind it and freshly prepared by our team of dedicated cooks.

No cheap fillers no grains and no unnecessary ingredients.

Proper ingredients
Properly cooked
Proper food for dogs

Monty’s Larder makes freshly cooked complete and balanced meals for adult dogs using human-grade ingredients.

Our recipes are made with grass-fed British beef and lamb high-welfare poultry sustainably sourced fish and fresh vegetables together with carefully selected oils herbs vitamins and minerals to provide the nutrition your dog needs every day.

Each meal is freshly prepared by our team of dedicated cooks then frozen and carefully packed for delivery straight to your door.

Your meals may partially thaw during their journey but that’s perfectly normal Simply place them in your freezer when they arrive then thaw each meal as you need it.

Once fully thawed keep refrigerated and use within five days.

No cheap fillers
No grains
No artificial colours or preservatives
Just proper food for your dog

Every Monty’s Larder meal is complete and balanced providing the essential nutrients your dog needs as part of their everyday diet.

Our recipes are expertly formulated in line with canine nutrition best practice and meet FEDIAF nutritional guidelines for complete dog food.

That means Monty’s can be fed as your dog’s complete daily diet with no additional food or supplements required.

Knowing where our food comes from has always mattered to us.

For years The Dorset Meat Company has put provenance and responsible sourcing at the heart of what we do and we bring that same philosophy to Monty’s Larder.

Our meals are made using grass-fed British beef and lamb high-welfare poultry sustainably sourced fish and fresh vegetables from trusted suppliers.

We choose our ingredients for their quality provenance and suitability for our recipes because we believe you should be able to trust what goes into your dog’s bowl as much as you trust what goes onto your own plate.

Proper ingredients
Trusted sourcing
Food made properly

Your Monty’s meals are frozen before they leave us and carefully packed in specialised insulated chilled packaging for delivery to your door.

During their journey the meals may partially or fully thaw This is perfectly normal.

Can I freeze my Monty’s Larder meals when they arrive?

Yes

Even if your Monty’s meals have thawed during their journey they are perfectly fine to put straight into your freezer when they arrive.

Simply freeze them on arrival then take out and thaw each meal as you need it.

Once thawed for serving keep refrigerated and use within five days.

Monty’s meals can be stored in your freezer for up to six months

Yes absolutely.

Monty’s Larder can be fed as a complete meal or alongside your dog’s existing food.

If your dog is new to freshly cooked food you may prefer to introduce Monty’s gradually mixing it with their current food and increasing the amount over several days.

You can also add Monty’s to their usual food as a freshly cooked addition to every meal.

If you’re unsure how much to feed or would like some advice our Monty’s Larder Care Team is here to help.

Call us on 01747 859911.

We carefully pack every Monty’s Larder order in insulated temperature-controlled packaging designed to keep your meals cold throughout their journey.

The cardboard box is fully recyclable and the insulated liner can be disposed of or recycled in accordance with your local council’s guidelines.

We’re continually looking for ways to reduce our packaging and make our deliveries as environmentally responsible as possible.

Simply take a Monty’s meal from the freezer and allow it to thaw fully before serving.

Once thawed you can serve it straight from the fridge or warm it gently if your dog prefers.

Keep any thawed food refrigerated and use within five days.

Forgotten to take a meal out of the freezer? No problem Simply place the sealed pack in a bowl of warm water to help it thaw more quickly.

Thaw serve and watch the contents of the bowl disappear.

No.

You can order Monty’s Larder whenever you like with no subscription required.

Start with a one-off order, choose your dog’s favourite meals and come back whenever you want more.

If you prefer the convenience of regular deliveries you can set those up too.

One-off or regular deliveries, the choice is always yours.

Regular deliveries make feeding Monty’s even easier.

Choose your dog’s favourite meals and we’ll deliver them automatically every two, four or eight weeks so there is one less thing to remember and you never run out of Monty’s Larder.

If your plans change you can pause skip or cancel your regular deliveries whenever you need to.

Simple convenient and completely flexible.

Absolutely You’re never locked in.

You can pause skip or reschedule your deliveries whenever you need to and cancel your regular deliveries at any time.

Simply make the changes online or call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to help.

No commitment No fuss You’re always in control.

You don’t need to be at home to receive your Monty’s delivery.

Your meals are carefully packed in insulated temperature-controlled packaging designed to keep them cold throughout their journey.

When you get home simply place your meals in the freezer Even if they have partially or fully thawed during delivery they’re perfectly fine to freeze on arrival.

If you have any questions or concerns about your delivery call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 or email info@montyslarder.co.uk.

We deliver Monty’s Larder across most of the UK every Tuesday Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Saturday and Sunday.

At present we are unable to deliver to Northern Ireland the Channel Islands and some areas of the far north of Scotland.

If you are unsure whether we deliver to your postcode please call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to check for you.

Yes.

Every Monty’s Larder meal is complete and balanced providing the essential nutrients your dog needs as part of their everyday diet.

Our recipes are expertly formulated in line with canine nutrition best practice and meet FEDIAF nutritional guidelines for complete dog food.

That means Monty’s can be fed as your dog’s complete daily diet with no additional food or supplements required.

Most dogs take to Monty’s straight away but whenever you change your dog’s food it’s a good idea to introduce their new meals gradually.

Start by adding a small amount of Monty’s to your dog’s usual food then gradually increase the amount while reducing their old food over around 7 to 10 days.

This gives your dog’s digestive system time to adjust to their new food and can help make the change as smooth as possible.

Every dog is different so take things at a pace that suits yours.

If you’d like some advice about switching to Monty’s our Monty’s Larder Care Team is here to help on 01747 859911.

Every dog is different and the right amount of food will depend on their weight age and activity level.

Our feeding guide will help you work out the right daily portion for your dog and you can adjust it over time as their needs change.

If you’re unsure or would like some advice call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to help.

Monty’s Larder meals are complete and balanced and suitable for adult dogs of all breeds and sizes.

Every dog is different so the amount you feed will depend on your dog’s weight age activity level and individual needs.

If your dog has particular dietary requirements a medical condition or you’re unsure whether Monty’s is right for them we recommend speaking to your vet.

You can also call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 for help with our meals portion sizes and feeding.

We have had great success with fussy eaters and many of our customers tell us their dogs look forward to their Monty’s meals even when they’ve been difficult to please in the past.

Every dog has their favourites so we recommend trying a selection of our freshly cooked meals to discover which recipes yours enjoys most.

From beef and lamb to chicken and fish you can mix and match recipes and find the meals that have them looking forward to dinner.

If you would like some help choosing where to start, call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911.

No.

Monty’s Larder meals contain no artificial preservatives colours or flavours.

We use real meat fish vegetables and carefully selected ingredients to create complete and balanced freshly cooked meals for your dog.

Our meals are frozen for freshness so there’s no need to add artificial preservatives to extend their shelf life.

Nothing unnecessary Just proper food.

Yes.

All Monty’s Larder meals are completely grain free.

Our recipes are made with real meat fish vegetables and carefully selected ingredients to provide complete and balanced nutrition without the need for grains or unnecessary fillers.

Proper ingredients Nothing unnecessary.

The amount your dog needs will depend on their weight age and activity level.

Our feeding guide will recommend the right daily portion for your dog helping you work out how much Monty’s you will need for each order.

And if you are unsure just call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll help you work it out.

That depends on your dog.

Every dog needs a different amount of food depending on their size weight age and activity level so the number of days a box will last will vary.

Our feeding guide will help you work out your dog’s recommended daily portion and how many meals you’ll need.

If you’d like some help working it out call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to help.

That’s exactly what the Monty’s Larder Care Team is here for.

Whether you would like help choosing meals working out the right portion size switching to Monty’s Larder or simply have a question about feeding your dog we are  always happy to offer advice.

Call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to talk through what might work best for your dog.

Proper food backed by good advice.

The amount your dog needs will depend on their weight age and activity level.

Our feeding guide will recommend the right daily portion for your dog helping you work out how much Monty’s you’ll need for each order.

Because Monty’s meals can be stored in your freezer for up to six months you can order a selection of your dog’s favourite meals and simply thaw them as you need them.

If you’re unsure how much to order call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to help.

Every Monty’s Larder recipe has a full ingredient list so you can see exactly what goes into your dog’s bowl.

If your dog has a known food sensitivity or there are particular ingredients you want to avoid, our Monty’s Larder Care Team can help you understand our recipes and choose the most suitable meals from our range,

If your dog has a diagnosed allergy medical condition or has been prescribed a particular diet we recommend speaking to your vet before making any changes to their food.

Call the Monty’s Larder Care Team on 01747 859911 and we’ll be happy to help.

Monty’s Larder meals are frozen after cooking to preserve their freshness and nutritional goodness without the need for artificial preservatives.

Freezing also means you can keep a selection of your dog’s favourite meals ready in your freezer and simply thaw them as you need them.

It’s a simple way of keeping freshly cooked food fresh convenient and ready for every mealtime.

Freshly cooked Frozen for freshness Ready when you need it.