Nutrient-Rich: It contains essential nutrients such as vitamins B6 and B12, niacin, phosphorus, and selenium, which are important for a dog’s overall health.

Low in Fat: Chicken breast is low in fat compared to other parts of the chicken, making it a suitable option for dogs prone to obesity or those needing a low-fat diet.

Supports Muscle Health: The protein in chicken breast helps maintain and build strong muscles in dogs, contributing to their overall strength and mobility.

Easy to Digest: Chicken breast is generally easy for dogs to digest, making it suitable for dogs with sensitive stomachs or digestive issues.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

We start out by brining our chicken breast in a salt water bath for a minimum of 30 minutes. After that, they are oven baked in a convection oven to an internal temp of 155°. We let them rest and then dice into the main recipe. We collect all of the drippings from the baking process and create a delicious reduction from them. They are later added to the recipe as our final ingredient (flavor, flavor, and more flavor!!)

Boosts Immune System: The high vitamin content, especially vitamins A and B, along with iron, helps support a dog’s immune system, enabling them to better fight off infections and diseases.

Improves Energy Levels: The iron content in chicken liver helps in the production of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. This can lead to increased energy levels and overall vitality in dogs.

Supports Brain Function: Chicken liver contains nutrients like choline and B vitamins that support brain health and cognitive function in dogs, helping to keep them alert and mentally sharp.

Enhances Digestive Health: Chicken liver is easily digestible for most dogs and can contribute to a healthy digestive system, provided it is cooked properly to avoid any issues with bacteria.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our USDA Certified chicken livers are washed and then slow simmered in large woks to an internal temp of 165°. Once cooked, we blend the livers into a paste that is then mixed into the final recipe.

Iron and Vitamin B-12: Chicken hearts are a good source of iron. Iron is essential for maintaining a high red blood cell count and assisting with collagen production for healthy skin, strong immunity, and healthy DNA. Vitamin B12 comes in high concentrations in organ meats. Vitamin B12 promotes good digestion, a strong immune system, and increases cognitive functioning.

Rich in Protein: Chicken hearts are a great source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle development, repair, and overall growth in dogs.

Natural Zinc Source: Chicken hearts are a natural zinc source, making it easier for the body to absorb and use nutrients than synthetic sources. Zinc is essential for healthy cell function and immunity. It also has visible effects on skin health.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our USDA Certified chicken hearts are washed and then slow simmered in large woks. Once cooked, we dice the hearts which are then mixed into the final recipe.

Brown long grain jasmine rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which provide sustained energy. It also contains dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and helps promote feelings of fullness.

It’s important to note that although rice contains protein, we do not include it for this statistic, Our main sources for proteins overwhelmingly come from much higher quality sources. Our rice is here only to include a grain and energy dense complex carbohydrates.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our rice is prepared in a very special way. We infuse our rice with a broth that is created during cooking our chicken hearts and chicken liver. The broth accounts for around a third of the water needed to make a normal batch of rice. We bring the rice to a light boil in our wok, then reduce heat to a simmer for 10 minutes. We then stir and leave covered for an additional 10 minutes. Perfect rice every single time that’s now been infused with added nutrients from our meat products!

Promotes Healthy Skin and Coat: The beta-carotene in sweet potatoes is converted into vitamin A in the body, which plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin and a shiny coat in dogs.

Anti-inflammatory Properties: Sweet potatoes contain antioxidants like beta-carotene and vitamin C, which have anti-inflammatory properties. This can be beneficial for dogs with inflammatory conditions such as arthritis or allergies.

Low in Fat: Sweet potatoes are low in fat and cholesterol, making them a healthy option for dogs, especially those prone to weight gain or obesity.

Most Dogs Love Them: Even cooler is the fact that most dogs love the taste of sweet potatoes, so its a guilt free win all around!

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our sweet potatoes are steamed in a colander pot for around 6-7 minutes. It’s important to cook sweet potatoes sufficiently to ensure easy digestion for dogs, however we try not to overcook them to the point they mash when we dice them. Once cooked, we blanch the potatoes in ice water to stop the cooking process. We then dice and mix into the final recipe.

Aids in Digestion: Carrots are an excellent source of dietary fiber, which helps regulate bowel movements and promote healthy digestion in dogs. Fiber can also be beneficial for dogs with sensitive stomachs or digestive issues.

Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Carrots are packed with essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. These nutrients support overall health and well-being in dogs.

Boosts Immune System: The vitamins and antioxidants found in carrots, such as vitamin C and beta-carotene, help support a strong immune system in dogs, making them more resistant to infections and diseases.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our carrots are steamed in a colander pot for around 10 minutes. We cook them slightly longer to ensure we break down some of the cellulose so your dog can better digest them. Once cooked, we blanch the carrots in ice water to stop the cooking process. We then dice and mix into the final recipe.

Calcium is essential for dogs, becuae their bodies do not create any calcium, all of the calcium they need must come from their diet. Proper amounts of calcium promotes bone health.

Green beans are rich in dietary fiber as well as vitamins like vitamin C and A, which both support your dog’s immune health. Vitamin A also helps with eye and skin health and is important in bone and teeth formation. Both vitamins A and C have antioxidant properties, so they help control inflammation and slow your dog’s aging process.

Green beans are also a good source of minerals, like manganese, magnesium, calcium, potassium, and phosphorus. Manganese is important for wound healing, metabolism, and bone health. Surprisingly, green beans also contain some omega-3 fatty acids.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Green beans can be fed raw, so we only cook very briefly to increase palatability. We steam them in a colander pot for around 3 minutes. We then blanch with ice water to retain crunch and color. We lightly dice them to be included and mixed into the final recipe.

Supports Digestive Health: The fiber content in broccoli helps promote healthy digestion and bowel regularity in dogs. It can also help alleviate constipation and other gastrointestinal issues.

Supports Bone Health: Broccoli is a good source of calcium, which is essential for maintaining strong bones and teeth in dogs. It also contains vitamin K, which plays a role in bone metabolism and calcium absorption.

Anti-inflammatory Properties: The antioxidants and phytochemicals in broccoli have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of conditions like arthritis and allergies in dogs.

Helps Detoxification: Broccoli contains compounds that support liver detoxification processes, helping to eliminate toxins from the body and promote overall health and well-being.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Broccoli is great to be fed raw, however for the picky eaters out there, we do steam them very briefly. Broccoli needs very little cooking time, we usually steam for around 1 or 2 minutes. The crowns are then quickly blanched in ice water, diced, and then mixed into the finished recipe.

High in Fiber: Zucchini is rich in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes healthy bowel movements in dogs. Fiber can also help dogs feel full and satisfied, reducing the risk of overeating. The fiber content in zucchini helps promote healthy digestion and can alleviate constipation and other gastrointestinal issues in dogs.

Rich in Antioxidants: Zucchini contains antioxidants such as vitamin C and beta-carotene, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and promote overall health in dogs.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Zucchini is another ingredient that is perfectly ok fed raw, but we still choose to very quickly steam and blanch them for the picky eaters of the world. Zucchini is overwhelmingly composed of water, so they need very very little cook time, around 1 minute. After blanching, we dice and add it to the finished recipe.

High in Fiber: Zucchini is rich in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes healthy bowel movements in dogs. Fiber can also help dogs feel full and satisfied, reducing the risk of overeating. The fiber content in zucchini helps promote healthy digestion and can alleviate constipation and other gastrointestinal issues in dogs.

Boosts Immune System: The vitamins and antioxidants found in kale, particularly vitamin C, help support a strong immune system in dogs, making them more resistant to infections and diseases.

Anti-inflammatory Benefits: The antioxidants and phytochemicals found in kale have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms of conditions like arthritis and allergies in dogs.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Kale cooks very quickly and we aim to only steam our kale for around 1 minute just to soften it a bit. We quickly blanch to stop the cooking process and dice into the final recipe.

Joint Health: Omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties that may help alleviate symptoms of arthritis and joint pain in dogs. Flaxseeds may contribute to improved joint mobility and flexibility, especially in older dogs or those with arthritis.

Digestive Health: Flaxseeds are rich in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes healthy bowel movements in dogs. Fiber can also help regulate blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of constipation and other gastrointestinal issues.

Supports Brain Function: Omega-3 fatty acids are important for brain development and function in dogs. Flaxseeds may help support cognitive function and overall brain health, particularly in aging dogs.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Our whole flaxseed is ground into a powder and added to the final recipe.

Phosphorus Balance: Eggshells contain phosphorus in the correct ratio to calcium, promoting optimal bone health and preventing imbalances that could lead to skeletal issues in dogs.

Joint Health: Calcium from eggshells supports the health of joints and cartilage, helping to reduce the risk of joint problems such as arthritis and hip dysplasia in dogs, particularly in large or senior dogs.

Digestive Health: Ground eggshells can provide dietary fiber, which supports digestive health and aids in regular bowel movements in dogs.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

Even though we only use organic egg shells that are free of all the harmful chemicals found in commercial egg production, we still triple wash them and then bake to ensure purity. Once baked, we grind them into a fine powder so even discerning palettes won’t notice all the awesome calcium infused into our final recipe.

Reproduction: Iodine plays a role in reproductive health and can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes in female dogs.

Natural Preservative: Salt is a natural preservative, and the only one that is in goodpup food.

how is this ingredient prepared within goodpup?

We use iodized salt quite sparingly in our food. We add it to our steam bath, as well as brining of some of our meats. It is not directly added into the final recipe, only used as a cooking agent.