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100% Animal Welfare Certified Venison
New Zealand
Menhaden Fish Meal
US, Atlantic
Oats
Canada, Manitoba / Canada, Saskatchewan / US, North Dakota / US, Wisconsin
Pumpkin
Honduras
Carrots
United States, Michigan
Whole Grain Barley
US, Oregon / US, North Carolina
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Ingredients
Ingredient
Origin
100% Animal Welfare Certified Venison
New Zealand
Our humanely raised venison is grass-fed and raised at pasture, free from antibiotics and added growth hormones.
Oats
United States, North Dakota
Non-GMO steel cut oats are an excellent source of protein, fiber and a natural source of iron and B vitamins.
Menhaden Fish Meal
United States, Louisiana
Our sustainable and wild-caught menhaden fish contains high amounts of high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids in addition to protein, fat, calcium, and phosphorus.
Barley
United States, North Dakota, Minnesota / Canada, Manitoba
Whole grain barley is a great source of fiber, and is packed with minerals and vitamins such as manganese, copper, and B1.
Milo
United States, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado
A naturally non-GMO ancient grain. We use only whole grain sorghum to preserve the nutrient density found in the germ, seed, and hull. It is prized for its antioxidants, vitamin B1, niacin, zinc and fiber.
Millet
United States, Colorado, South Dakota, Nebraska
Naturally non-GMO and gluten free. Millet is high in fiber and protein and a good source of magnesium, phosphorus and calcium, an important macronutrient for dogs.
Ocean Whitefish Meal
United States, Alaska, Washington
Our whitefish meal is always ocean caught and prepared in small batches with traceable inputs. This ingredient is a concentrated source of healthy protein.
Coconut Oil
Philippines
Coconut oil is not only an excellent palatant, but it is packed with health benefits. It is high in lauric acid, a type of omega 9 fatty acids. Coconut oil is an excellent source of energy, easy to digest, and excellent for metabolic function, particularly fat metabolism.
Pumpkin
Honduras
Pumpkin is a good source of fiber and beta-carotene. Fiber is helpful for digestive health.
Natural Flavour
United States, Missouri
A natural ingredient from dried ocean-caught whitefish.
Carrots
United States, California
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene and contain high levels of vitamins that provide protection against free radicals which may damage cells.
Flaxseed
United States, North Dakota
Our non-GMO flaxseed is recognized for containing high levels of alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid) and is used in our products to help balance the dietary omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acid ratio required for a healthy skin and coat. Flaxseed also supplies both insoluble and soluble fiber which are known to aid in proper digestion and help to maintain a healthy stool consistency.
Apples
United States, Wisconsin
Apples are a source of Potassium and Vitamin C.
Salmon Oil
Norway
Salmon Oil is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA to support healthy cells, skin and coat, joints, heart, brain, eyes and energy levels.
Sunflower Oil
United States, Illinois
Our locally pressed Sunflower Oil is a great source of essential fatty acids, including Omega 6. It is used to help create the ideal fatty acid profile for healthy skin and coat.
Cranberries
United States, Wisconsin
Our naturally non-GMO cranberries contain high levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C and fiber.
Calcium Carbonate
United States, Iowa
Calcium Carbonate is an essential mineral for your dog's diet.
Potassium Chloride
Canada, Saskatchewan
Potassium Chloride is a supplement to help pets achieve optimal levels of potassium, an essential nutrient.
Zinc Proteinate
United States , South Dakota
An important component of over 200 enzymes, zinc is involved in the healing process, controls hormones and promotes a healthy nervous system. It is an essential nutrient for pets.
Iron Proteinate
United States , South Dakota
An important component of over 200 enzymes, zinc is involved in the healing process, controls hormones and promotes a healthy nervous system. It is an essential nutrient for pets.
Copper Proteinate
United States , South Dakota
An essential nutrient. This mineral is important for maintaining a shiny coat and healthy skin. It is involved in red blood cell synthesis and may also help with maintaining rich coat color. Copper Proteinate is also essential for anemia prevention in dogs and cats. We only use minerals that are chelated, meaning linked to an amino acid, for better bioavailability to the pet.
Manganese Proteinate
United States , South Dakota
An essential mineral. It is an important factor in enzyme activation, manganese also promotes healthy nerve function and has many antioxidant properties. We use minerals that are chelated, meaning linked to an amino acid, for better bioavailability to the pet.
Selenium Yeast
United States , Kentucky
Selenium is considered an antioxidant which helps protect against free radical damage, supports a healthy immune system and promotes a healthy circulation system. It is required to maintain optimal health in pets.
Calcium Iodate
United States , Missouri
Iodine is needed for energy production and also promotes muscular and cognitive development.
Taurine
Japan
An essential amino acid required by cats for eye and heart health and by some breeds of dogs. Taurine naturally occurs in animal meat, notably pork, beef, and dairy.
Vitamin E Supplement
Germany / Switzerland
A powerful antioxidant that works to protect free radical damage to the cells and promotes healthy skin and circulatory health.
Vitamin A Supplement
Switzerland
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin needed by pets to help support healthy vision, skin, bones and other tissues in the body.
Niacin Supplement
India / Switzerland
An essential vitamin, niacin is involved in energy production and brain function and promotes good digestive health. As a B vitamin, it benefits skin and coat health and is also needed to maintain optimal pet health.
Calcium Pantothenate
Germany / Switzerland
Calcium Pantothenate is involved in the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates and fats and is essential for healthy brain and nervous system function as well as maintenance of healthy skin and coat. It is needed to maintain optimal pet health.
Riboflavin Supplement
Germany / South Korea
Riboflavin Supplement helps turn proteins, fats and carbohydrates into energy while maintaining healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Vitamin D3 Supplement
Switzerland
An essential vitamin for the development and maintenance of healthy bones due to its role in calcium and phosphorus absorption and utilization.
Thiamine Mononitrate
Germany
Thiamine is essential for energy production, growth and metabolism and helps to promote a healthy circulatory system. It is required to maintain optimal health in pets.
Vitamin B12 Supplement
France
An important supplement needed by pets for energy production as it helps blood carry oxygen. B12 is also needed for DNA synthesis and is important for maintaining a healthy nervous system and reducing toxins in the body.
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Germany
This vitamin is important in the maintenance of healthy skin and is involved in the production of hydrochloric acid needed for healthy digestion.
Folic Acid
France
Folic acid is essential nutrient for dogs and cats. It is needed for brain and nervous system function while also assisting protein utilization and red blood cell formation. It is an essential nutrient to maintain optimal pet health.
Dried Chicory Root
Belgium
A natural source of insoluble fiber, and inulin, a soluble fiber which serves as a prebiotic, which feeds the gut bacteria to support gastrointestinal health.
L-Threonine
United States, Iowa
L-Theronine is a structural proteins that helps maintaining healthy skin and coat.
Salt
United States, Kansas
Sodium and chloride help maintain the balance between fluids inside and outside individual cells of the body. Sodium aids in the transfer of nutrients to cells and the removal of waste products and chloride helps maintain the proper acid/alkali balance in the body as well as the digestion of protein.
Cinnamon
Vietnam
A spice known to be a natural anti-inflammatory and digestive aid.
Turmeric
India
Contains curcumin which is a powerful antioxidant.
Rosemary Extract
United States, Iowa
Rosemary extract is a natural antioxidant.
Explore More About
New Zealand Venison & Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food
We believe all animals in our supply chain should be treated with kindness, compassion and respect at every life stage.
ANTIBIOTIC & HORMONE FREE
NUTRITIOUS DIET
SPACE TO ROAM
NO CRATES OR CAGES
ENVIRONMENT TO ENABLE NATURAL BEHAVIORS
NO UNNECESSARY PHYSICAL ALTERATIONS
SHORT DURATION LIVE TRANSPORTATION
Our promise for all Open Farm Venison
We take the time and care to ensure
our venison are humanely and
responsibly raised.
In family farms we trust
Each and every farm and ranch is verified by third-parties to ensure their standards match ours.
Venison
Environment & Care
- Pasture or range with shelter from intense weather
- No antibiotics ever
- No castration or branding
- Antler removal allowed
Feed
- Hay, grain and silage allowed
Processing
- NAMI standards
- Facilities are audited annually
Carbon Footprint
New Zealand Venison & Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food
1.04 kg CO2e per lb *
Breakdown of the carbon footprint (per lb)
As part of Open Farm's mission to increase transparency with our customers, a screening-level Life Cycle Assessment by an independent third party was completed for each of our products to calculate the amount of carbon emissions produced by each product (in kg CO2 per lb).
a 42% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030
Here’s how we’re working to reduce that impact...
Measurement
Assessing the indirect and direct emissions throughout our entire supply chain.
Reduction
Implementing aggressive reduction initiatives, including regenerative farming, EV transportation, and renewable energy.
Offsets
Working with meaningful, high-impact programs that provide certified carbon offsets including Grasslands Portfolio, USA and Darkwoods Forest Conservation, Canada.
Understanding this bag’s waste
99% of pet food industry packaging is not recyclable, but this bag is made of recyclable material and can be disposed of through TerraCycle in your area.
This recipe delivers complete and balanced nutrition
Humanely raised grass-fed & pasture raised venison as the first ingredient
Nutrient-dense kibble
No added antibiotics or hormones
Natural superfoods like coconut oil & pumpkin
Non-GMO fruits, vegetables, & grains
100% traceable ingredients
Open Farm New Zealand Venison & Ancient Grains Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages except for growth of large size dogs (70 lbs or more as an adult).