A first-timer's guide to trying CoCo Gourmet How to Try Fresh Dog Food
Updated 10 November 2026 · CoCo Gourmet editorial team
Not sure whether your dog will take to fresh food? This guide explains the two ways to try CoCo Gourmet in Hong Kong, how long a 4-pack lasts, which recipe to start with, how to feed and switch during the trial, what to do if your dog will not eat it, and how to buy afterwards.
In short
There are two ways to try CoCo Gourmet. A one-off 4-pack (4 × 100 g) is HK$200 and does not renew; you can choose the 4-recipe set (one pack each of chicken, pork, fish and venison) or 4 packs of one recipe. If you start with a subscription instead, the first 12-pack is HK$330 (HK$27.5 per pack) and comes with a 7-day money-back guarantee. A 4-pack lasts a 5 kg adult dog about 1.2 days on fresh food alone, or about 4.9 days mixed in as a quarter of its usual food, so it is best used to see whether your dog likes the taste. Delivery is free across Hong Kong.
01 Two ways to try
A one-off 4-pack, or a first subscription box
Choose the one that suits you. If you mainly want to know whether your dog likes the taste, start with the 4-pack; if you already plan to switch to fresh food, the first subscription box costs less per pack.
| One-off 4-pack | First subscription box | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | HK$200 (HK$50 per pack) | HK$330 for 12 packs (54% off, HK$27.5 per pack) |
| Contents | 4 × 100 g: the 4-recipe set (chicken, pork, fish, venison) or 4 packs of one recipe | 12 × 100 g, recipes of your choice |
| Type | Frozen or shelf-stable | Frozen or shelf-stable |
| After that | Paid and shipped once; nothing renews | Delivered at the frequency you choose; change or cancel any time with no fee |
| Money-back guarantee | — | Full refund if your dog will not eat it (within 7 days of delivery) |
| Best for | Checking the taste first | Switching to fresh food from the start |
Delivery is free to every district in Hong Kong and normally takes 3–5 working days. The money-back guarantee applies to the first box of a subscription (one first delivery per address) and only if your dog will not eat the food at all.
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02 How long do 4 packs last?
Days a 4-pack (400 g) lasts, by body weight
Fresh food is about 70–75% water, so dogs eat more of it by weight than dry food. These figures are for a neutered adult dog with average activity, using Chicken & Vegetables (116 kcal per 100 g).
| Body weight | Fresh food a day | Fresh food only | Mixed in as 1/4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2kg | 129–162g | about 2.4 days | about 9.8 days |
| 3kg | 175–219g | about 1.8 days | about 7.3 days |
| 5kg | 257–322g | about 1.2 days | about 4.9 days |
| 7kg | 331–414g | about 0.9 days | about 3.8 days |
| 10kg | 433–542g | about 0.7 days | about 2.9 days |
Daily energy = 70 × body weight (kg)0.75 × 1.6, as in the feeding calculator; the daily amount shows 80–100% of the calculated value. Days are worked out from the upper end (100%), so most dogs will get slightly more days. "Mixed in as 1/4" means fresh food makes up a quarter of the daily calories, the first step of the switching schedule below.
For a small dog, a 4-pack covers the first few days of a gradual switch. For a medium-sized dog it is enough to see whether your dog likes the taste and how its stomach copes. To switch over completely and watch stools and body condition for 1–2 weeks, you will need more than 12 packs.
03 Which recipe first?
Not sure which one? Start with the 4-recipe set
Every dog has different tastes. The 4-recipe set gives you one pack each of chicken, pork, fish and venison, so you can see which one your dog finishes first. If you prefer a single recipe, here is how they differ:
| Recipe | Main ingredients | kcal per 100 g | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken & VegetablesRecommended to start | Chicken breast, tenderloin, liver, heart, skin; sweet potato, pumpkin, carrot, komatsuna | 116kcal | First-timers; our most popular recipe |
| Pork & Broccoli | Five cuts of pork (leg, liver, heart, shoulder, loin); sweet potato, broccoli, pumpkin | 128kcal | Dogs that love meat |
| Fish & Pumpkin | Cod and tuna; pumpkin, carrot, broccoli, sweet potato, cabbage | 105kcal | Lower in calories and fat; dogs watching their weight |
| Venison & Beets | Venison leg with pork liver, shoulder and heart; purple sweet potato, beetroot, maitake and more | 104kcal | Older dogs |
Each recipe uses several meats and vegetables. The venison recipe also contains pork. If your dog has a food allergy, check the full ingredient list and talk to your vet before choosing.
Frozen or shelf-stable?
- Frozen: our classic packs, gently cooked and then frozen to keep the flavour of the ingredients. Unopened, they keep for about 18 months at -18°C or below.
- Shelf-stable: easy to store and ready to serve when opened. Handy if freezer space is short or for travel.
Recipe details
04 How to feed during the trial
Thaw, warm and mix in a little at first
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Into the freezer when it arrives. Store frozen packs at -18°C or below.
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Thaw in the fridge the night before. Move the next day's pack to the fridge (10°C or below). If you forget, thaw it in hot water.
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Warm to body temperature. Warm the pack in hot water for 1–2 minutes, or for about 90 seconds in a 500 W microwave. Warm food smells stronger and is easier for dogs to eat.
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Mix in a little with the usual food. Start with a quarter of the daily calories and increase step by step, following the schedule below.
Switching all at once can upset the stomach. Increase the fresh food gradually:
| Days | Usual food | CoCo Gourmet |
|---|---|---|
| Days 1–3 | 75% | 25% |
| Days 4–6 | 50% | 50% |
| Days 7–9 | 25% | 75% |
| From day 10 | 0% | 100% |
Proportions are by calories: whenever you add fresh food, reduce the usual food by the same calories so the daily total stays the same. Once thawed or opened, keep packs in the fridge and use them within 48 hours.
05 What to watch
4 things to watch during the trial
Appetite
Does your dog eat it willingly?
Some dogs sniff new food for a while before eating; that is normal. Give it 3–4 days before deciding. Cutting back on treats helps too.
Stools
Shape and frequency
Stools can be slightly softer at first when the food changes. If so, stay at the same step for a few more days.
Skin and ears
Any itching or redness?
If your dog starts scratching, or its skin or ears look red, stop the new food and talk to your vet.
Energy and weight
Check again after 2–4 weeks
Changes in weight and body condition take time. After switching, weigh your dog after 2–4 weeks and adjust the amount.
06 If your dog will not eat it
What to try if your dog will not eat the fresh food
- Warm it up. Food straight from the fridge has little smell. Warm it to about body temperature.
- Start with a small amount on top. Put a spoonful on the usual food so your dog gets used to the new smell.
- Feed at set times. Put the bowl away after about 20 minutes and offer it again at the next meal.
- Cut back on treats. Too many treats can make a dog wait for something better.
- Try another recipe. Dogs that love meat often prefer Pork & Broccoli; the 4-recipe set lets you compare all four.
7-day money-back guarantee on your first subscription box
If your dog will not eat the food at all, contact us through the contact form within 7 days of delivery and we will refund the full price of your first box. The guarantee applies to your first order only (one first delivery per address).
If your dog stops eating altogether, seems listless, or vomiting or diarrhoea continues, it may be unwell. Please see your vet.
07 After the trial
Liked it? Price per pack by way of buying
All prices are for 100 g frozen packs and include free delivery across Hong Kong.
| How you buy | Price | Per pack |
|---|---|---|
| One-off, 4 packs | HK$200 | HK$50 |
| One-off, 12 packs | HK$510 | HK$42.5 |
| Subscription, 12 packs (54% off) | HK$330 | HK$27.5 |
| Bulk, from 40 packs | — | HK$40 |
| Bulk, from 80 packs | — | HK$38.75 |
With a subscription you can change the delivery frequency and recipe mix by contacting us before the next shipment is confirmed, and cancel at any time with no cancellation fee.
08 FAQs
Trial FAQs
- Can I buy a small amount for my dog to try first?
- Yes. A one-off 4-pack (4 × 100 g) is HK$200, or HK$50 per pack, with free delivery in Hong Kong. You can choose the 4-recipe set with one pack each of chicken, pork, fish and venison, or 4 packs of one recipe, in frozen or shelf-stable packs.
- Will the trial turn into a subscription automatically?
- No. A one-off purchase is paid and shipped once. Only a subscription is delivered regularly, and you can change or cancel it by contacting us before the next shipment is confirmed, with no cancellation fee.
- Can I get a refund if my dog will not eat it?
- Your first subscription box comes with a 7-day money-back guarantee: if your dog will not eat the food at all, contact us through the contact form within 7 days of delivery for a full refund. It applies to your first order only (one first delivery per address). See the money-back guarantee page for details.
- How many days does a 4-pack last?
- It depends on your dog's weight and how you feed it. A 5 kg neutered adult dog needs about 257–322 g a day, so 4 packs last about 1.2 days on fresh food alone, or about 4.9 days when fresh food makes up a quarter of its daily food.
- Which recipe should I try first?
- If you are not sure, the 4-recipe set lets you compare chicken, pork, fish and venison. For a single recipe, Chicken & Vegetables is the one we recommend for first-timers. Fish & Pumpkin is lower in calories and fat, Pork & Broccoli suits dogs that love meat, and Venison & Beets is designed with older dogs in mind.
- Can puppies and senior dogs try it?
- Yes. The five CoCo Gourmet main recipes meet the AAFCO 2016 growth profile, so weaned puppies (from about 2 months old) can eat them, and so can senior dogs. The amount depends on age, so check the feeding calculator.
- How long does delivery take, and how do I store the packs?
- Delivery is free across Hong Kong and normally takes 3–5 working days. Keep frozen packs at -18°C or below; unopened, they keep for about 18 months. Once thawed or opened, keep them in the fridge (10°C or below) and use them within 48 hours.
- Can a dog with food allergies try it?
- Check the full ingredient list of each recipe first. Each recipe contains several meats; for example, the venison recipe also contains pork, and the 4-recipe set contains all four recipes. If you know what your dog is allergic to, choose a recipe without it and talk to your vet before switching.
- My dog has soft stools during the trial. What should I do?
- Switching too quickly or feeding too much can both cause soft stools. Go back to the previous step of the switching schedule or feed slightly less and watch for a few days. If diarrhoea continues, or your dog vomits or seems listless, please see your vet.
About CoCo Gourmet
CoCo Gourmet is fresh dog food from Japan. The five main recipes are vet-supervised, complete and balanced to AAFCO 2016 standards and made in a human-food factory in Japan, then delivered in 100 g packs with free delivery to every district in Hong Kong.
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