Natural Dog Food Ingredients

We pride ourselves on providing the best grain free dog treats and cakes possible to pooches of Australia, as well as a huge range of wheat free cat and dog treats. This means that we’re all about natural dog food that is nutritious, taking great care in choosing only high quality, locally sourced ingredients. 

There are no artificial colours or flavours, no added sugar or salt, and absolutely no preservatives. Just the way healthy dog food should be!

Activated charcoal Activated charcoal absorbs toxins as it passes through your dog's body, which in turn decreases the amount of toxins that are released into the bloodstream of your beloved pooch.

Apples In addition to being tasty treats, apples provide some nutritional benefits to your dog. They offer vitamin C and dietary fibre, and they are low in sodium and saturated fat. They contain calcium and phosphorus, and they also add to a dog’s skin and coat health by adding Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids to his diet.

Beef A great source of lean protein for your dog, high in zinc, iron, selenium and B group vitamins (particularly B12). We only use human grade lean beef in our products, which is an excellent diet food.

Beetroot Beetroot can help improve skin and coat of your pooch, with nutritional make-up of vitamin C, folate, fibre, potassium and manganese. We use beetroot for colouring our treats in a rich red colour.

Brown Rice High in fibre and a great source of manganese, brown rice also offers a source for magnesium and selenium. Brown rice is rich in antioxidants, promotes weight loss, and helps to stabilize blood sugar levels. Rice is a naturally gluten-free food!

Buckwheat  The "wheat" part has nothing to do with wheat. Buckwheat is NOT a wheat nor a grain - it is a fruit seed related to rhubarb and makes a good substitute for grains for people or pets who are sensitive to wheat or gluten. Buckwheat is nutritionally rich.

Carrots Carrots are low in calories but best of all, they are full of vitamins and are high in fibre to keep your pooch's diet balanced.

Carob Carob is all natural and healthy for dogs to eat. It's a drool-icious substitute for chocolate for your pooch. Carob is high in vitamins B1 and B2, magnesium, iron and calcium.

Catnip We use dry catnip in our cat treats. Catnip is a herb from the mint family that contains a chemical nepetalactone which triggers a response in cats when they come across it. It includes licking, chewing, sniffing, body rolling, jumping and stretching. It’s a cat treat that produces something like a high that lasts five to ten minutes

Celery If you're looking to give your dog a fresh breath, many swear that celery does just that. Whilst we know it’s a nice benefit for owners, we use it for its nutritional benefits. It contains vitamins A, C and K and minerals such as folate potassium and manganese. It is also a great source of fibre and is low in fat and cholesterol.

Cheese (low fat) Cheese is a great treat for dogs and it's a good source of calcium, vitamins A and B12 along with protein. As cheese can be high in fat, we only use low fat cream cheese in some of our cakes, and low fat cheese in our cheeseburger pupscotti.

Chicken (skin-off) Chicken is a great source of lean protein without a big calorie count. It helps dogs build muscle, Omega 6 fatty acids help maintain shiny coats and it also contains amino acids that can help with bone health. We only use human grade lean chicken (skin-off) in our products.

Chicken Liver Dogs love chicken liver and it's no wonder why. It contains Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, and up to 100 times more nutrients than that of muscle meat. It’s a good source of protein, vitamin A, many B vitamins and is a good source of iron, trace minerals and CoQ10.

Chlorophyll Chlorophyll has many benefits in hoomans as it does in dogs. It provides energy and protects against cancer by regenerating red blood cells.  It’s fantastic for healing wounds, fighting infections and diseases and detoxifying the bloodstream.

Cinnamon  A good source of Manganese and thought to help control blood sugar levels, improve digestion, and act as an anti-inflammatory. It is one of the oldest known spices. It has antimicrobial properties, can aid digestion and circulation and my help regulate blood sugar.

Coconut Flour Coconut flour is gluten free and has a low glycaemic index (GI). It is nutritious, and it contains a beneficial fatty acid, Lauric Acid. Coconut is said to improve digestion, thyroid function and protect again viral and bacterial infections.

Coconut Coconuts contain a beneficial fatty acid that provides dogs with oils and fibre in their diet, that improves digestions. Its antioxidant properties help your dog's immune system to provide an extra defence against bacteria and viruses.

Coconut Oil Coconut oil has many benefits for dogs including improved digestion, facilitation of weight loss and maintaining good energy. It contains Lauric Acid, a fatty acid, that has antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal properties. The healing properties can also help balance insulin levels for diabetic dogs and you are likely to see a great improvement in the health of the coat also!

Cranberries Cranberries are an acid berry that is low in calories and rich in antioxidants and nutrients to help decrease inflammation and support an overall healthy immune system. Antioxidants are so important to keeping our dogs healthy, from helping out with allergies or skin problems, reducing plaque and tartar, and all the way to improving dog’s bladder health and cognitive function.

Eggs Eggs are extremely high in animal protein, which is an important part of any balanced dog diet. The fatty acids in eggs offer numerous health benefits, including an improvement in skin and coat health. Eggs can reduce flaky, dry skin and increase the shine in your dog's coat. We only use free range eggs in all our cakes and bakes.

Honey We use Australian honey in our recipes as a natural sweetener.  The antioxidants contained in honey are good for your dog's immune system.

Lamb A great source of protein, essential amino acids, loads of vitamins and minerals, lamb will help your dog sustain energy and develop muscle. It can also provide a healthy coat and is great for dogs with sensitivities to protein such as chicken or beef. We only use human grade lamb in our products.

Mint   Mint provides not only a fresh breath and flavour, it also has many nutritional benefits for dogs. It contains a load of minerals, vitamins, powerful antioxidants and is a soothing herb for pooches.

Oats Oats are a tasty choice for your dog’s diet, and when eaten plain, are a low-calorie food at around 100–130 calories a cup cooked. They can reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, can prevent artery clogging, and helps to boost a dog's immune system. They have high levels of fibre, are low in fat, high in grain protein, and oatmeal is a naturally gluten-free food!

Olive Oil For good health with glowing skin and coat from the inside out, look no further than olive oil. It helps with dry skin, dandruff in winter, weight loss and keeping the mind healthy.

Oregano Oregano has many benefits including treating insect bites, helping the respiratory airways and even gastrointestinal problems. It is also thought to help with reduction of arthritis in dogs, which is all too common.

Parsnip Parsnips are reach in minerals, fibre, antioxidants and vitamins (particularly vitamins B6 and C). They provide benefits such as maintaining a good metabolism, a healthy nervous system, fighting cancer, inflammation and are beneficial for dogs with kidney diseases.

Parsley Vitamins are packed in this herb, starting with vitamin K all the way to vitamins C, A and iron. It is packed with chlorophyll and is also a popular breath freshener.

Peanut Butter A rich source of vegetable protein, healthy fats and minerals such as magnesium and potassium, which aid the efficient functioning of muscles and nerves. Peanut Butter is packed full of Vitamin E which is great for your dog's skin. We use all-natural peanut butter without added salt or sugar.

Peas Peas are a great source of dietary fibre, essential vitamins and minerals that promote healthy weight and low cholesterol. Vitamin K in particular improves bone health, whilst lutein which is an antioxidant promotes a healthy eyes, skin and heart health. Pease are also gentle on the digestive system.

Pumpkin Pumpkin is a powerhouse for dogs that's high in fibre which helps promote digestion. It also includes vitamins A and C which support a dog’s vision and overall immune system health.

Rice Flour Rice flour is made from medium or long grain rice and is great for dogs who are sensitive to wheat. It is also a fantastic ingredient for dog biscuits as with a pinc of rice flour it helps all the ingredients come together.

Rosemary Rosemary is a good herb for dogs that’s high in iron, calcium, and vitamin B6.  It provides a good source of antioxidants that are anti-inflammatory and provide dogs with cardiovascular benefits.

Spirulina Spirulina strengthens the immune system and helps GI health and allergies. It is a microscopic algae that includes a remarkable amount of nutrients, including beta carotene, vitamin B12, iron and a rare essential fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).

Sunflower Oil Used sparingly in our recipes, sunflower oil is low in saturated fat.  Sunflower oil is rich in Vitamin E and Omega 6, key elements in the maintenance of a glossy coat.

Sweet Potato One of nature's nearly perfect foods, sweet potatoes are so healthy they should be fed to your dog daily! Health benefits include: source of potent antioxidant to aid in healing, cancer prevention, and fighting the effects of aging; Vitamins A, C and B6; contains the minerals manganese, copper, and iron; and source of dietary fibre to help with loose stools.

Tuna (chunks in Springwater) Tuna is a lean protein with fatty acids that help maintain a healthy heart and coat in dogs. It has loads of vitamins and essential minerals like magnesium and potassium and phosphorous that keep a dog’s immune system strong.

Turkey (mince meat) Turkey is a lean white meat that helps dogs build muscle. It contains highly digestible lean protein for dogs. We only use human grade lean turkey in our products.

Turmeric Studies suggest that the use of turmeric (curcumin) has very significant anti-cancer properties. It's making huge strides in cancer cures because it inhibits growth of tumours, shrinks existing ones and prevents new tumours from developing carcinogenic cancer. It also provides anti-inflammatory qualities.

Vanilla The all-natural extract made from vanilla beans is used to make your dog treats smell super yummy and delicious. It is used as a natural sweetener in our dog treats.

Yoghurt Plain yoghurt is a probiotic that can help with digestion. It contains calcium and protein and can be a great treat for dogs.  Our dog friendly icing is made of yoghurt and tapioca, which is a starch extracted from the cassava plant. It has no added sugar or sweeteners.