Ingredients Glossary

• Antioxidants: Antioxidants are natural substances, found in fruits, vegetables and herbs and in vitamins such as vitamin E, that help protect the body’s cells from everyday wear and tear. They support the immune system and overall wellbeing in dogs and cats.
• Beet pulp: Beet pulp is a gentle, natural source of fibre made from sugar beet. It supports healthy digestion and regular, firm stools in dogs and cats.
• Botanicals: Botanicals are herbs, spices and plant extracts, such as rosemary, oregano and ginger, added to a recipe for their natural properties. They help support the natural defences of dogs and cats.
• Chicory: Chicory root is a natural source of inulin, a prebiotic fibre that feeds the good bacteria in the gut. It supports healthy digestion in dogs and cats and, in cats, helps manage hairball formation.
• Chondroitin: Chondroitin is a natural part of cartilage, the cushioning tissue in the joints. It is often paired with glucosamine to support joint health and mobility in dogs and cats.
• Complete and balanced: A complete and balanced food contains all the nutrients a dog or cat needs, in the right proportions, so it can be fed every day as their main diet.
• DHA and EPA: DHA and EPA are omega-3 fatty acids found in oily fish and fish oil. They support normal brain function in dogs and cats, which matters especially while puppies and kittens are growing.
• Fibre: Fibre is the part of plant ingredients that isn’t fully digested. It keeps the gut working well, supports regular, firm stools and helps dogs and cats feel full, which supports a healthy weight.
• Glucosamine: Glucosamine is a natural amino sugar that supports joint health and mobility in dogs and cats.
• Grain free: Grain free means a recipe contains no cereal grains such as wheat, maize or rice. The carbohydrate comes from other sources, such as potato or sweet potato, so it suits dogs and cats whose owners prefer a cereal-free diet.
• Highly digestible: A highly digestible food is easy for a dog or cat to break down, so more of its nutrition is absorbed. It supports healthy digestion and firm stools.
• Hydrolysed protein: Hydrolysed protein is protein that has been broken down into smaller pieces. It is easier for dogs and cats to digest and absorb, and it adds a taste that most pets enjoy.
• Hypoallergenic: A hypoallergenic recipe uses a short list of carefully chosen, highly digestible ingredients to help minimise skin irritation and digestive upset in dogs and cats with food sensitivities. It doesn’t mean allergy-proof, so speak to your vet if you think your pet has a food allergy.
• L-Carnitine: L-Carnitine is a natural, amino acid-like compound that helps the body turn fat into energy. It supports healthy weight management and an active lifestyle in dogs and cats.
• Linseed: Linseed, also called flaxseed, is a small seed rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids and fibre. It supports healthy skin, a glossy coat and good digestion in dogs and cats.
• Mono meat protein: Mono meat protein means a recipe uses a single type of animal protein, such as chicken, lamb or salmon. It keeps the recipe simple, which can suit dogs and cats that do best on one protein source.
• MSM: MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a natural source of sulphur found in plants and animals. It is often combined with glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint health and mobility in dogs and cats.
• Omega-3 fatty acids: Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats found in oily fish, fish oil and linseed. They help maintain healthy skin and a glossy coat and support joint health in dogs and cats.
• Omega-6 fatty acids: Omega-6 fatty acids are essential fats that dogs and cats must get from their food. Balanced with omega-3, they help maintain healthy skin and a glossy coat.
• Postbiotics: Postbiotics are beneficial substances produced by gut bacteria when they feed on fibre. Together with prebiotics and probiotics, they support a healthy gut in dogs and cats.
• Prebiotics: Prebiotics are special fibres, such as chicory inulin, that feed the beneficial bacteria in the gut. They support a healthy, balanced gut and good digestion in dogs and cats.
• Probiotics: Probiotics are live, beneficial bacteria that help support a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut. They support healthy digestion in dogs and cats.
• Superfoods: Superfoods are nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables and seeds, such as blueberries, kale, broccoli and sweet potato, that are packed with vitamins, fibre and antioxidants. They add natural nourishment to a dog’s or cat’s diet.
• Taurine: Taurine is an amino acid that supports healthy heart, eye and liver function. Cats can’t make enough taurine for themselves, so it must come from their food, and it is also included in some dog recipes.
• Turmeric: Turmeric is a golden spice that contains curcumin, a natural antioxidant. It is valued for its natural anti-inflammatory properties and helps support joint health and natural defences in dogs and cats.
• Vitamins and minerals: Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients that dogs and cats need in small amounts to keep their bones, skin, coat, immune system and organs healthy. In a complete and balanced food they are added at the right levels.
• Yeast extract: Yeast extract is a natural ingredient made from yeast. It is a source of B vitamins and amino acids and adds a savoury taste that dogs and cats enjoy.
• Yucca schidigera: Yucca schidigera is an extract from a desert plant. It is added to help reduce stool odour and support digestive health in dogs and cats.

This glossary is for general information. If your dog or cat has a health condition or a suspected food allergy, please speak to your vet before changing their diet.