Pet owners would be hard-pressed to find another dog food company that broadcasts its CEO eating kibble on its website, but it’s just one of the ways Berkeley-based Wild Earth is looking to shake up the industry. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3’s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils. If there are no recalls listed in this section, we have not yet reported any events. And below-average carbs when compared to a typical dry dog food. The following list (if present) includes all dog food recalls since 2009 directly related to this product line. Animal proteins are often the source of irritation in pet foods, Estrada said, so creating a plant-based food gives Wild Earth the “knock-on effect” of being a good choice for sensitive pets. Each recipe includes its related AAFCO nutrient profile when available on the product’s official webpage: Growth, Maintenance, All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified. The company is currently working to cement sustainable practices across its supply chain, starting in its lab and working its way through its factories, packaging and shipping processes. Next, we note the use of sunflower oil, which is nutritionally similar to safflower oil. Or view the same list sorted alphabetically by brand. Posts. Though meat byproducts are considered safe for pets, an FDA recall in 2018 drew attention to pet food that contained a powerful chemical used to euthanize animals. We want as many people [as possible] to be able to afford our product.”. It currently sells to customers in all 50 states and is working on getting on shelves in large pet food stores, as well as the boutique stores where it’s currently stocked (Wild Earth worked closely with Berkeley boutique pet food retailer Holistic Hound to get off the ground). Donate to Berkeleyside and support independent local journalism. In its mission to “rewild the Earth,” the company is expanding its R&D facilities with the hope of becoming a hub for the ethically and sustainability-focused future of food community. If you are on a personal connection, like at home, you can run an anti-virus scan on your device to make sure it is not infected with malware. The following list includes all dog food recalls since 2009 related to Taste of the Wild. In addition, this recipe contains alfalfa meal. Which means this Whole Earth Farms product line contains….
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Some of the changes our customers have reported switching to Wild Earth: more energy, less allergies, shinier coat, and healthier weight. They make their own kibble, canned food, and treats in Texas and recently built a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing plant.