Our curated journal for the healthy pupper

Thinking of giving your pup some sneaky leftovers from your plate? Make sure they’re safe and avoid these toxic foods for dogs.

There’s a reason why chicken breast is such a popular choice for pups. A great lean source of protein and nutrients, chicken breast is a tasty and nutritious choice for your dog’s meals and treats. Here are the top benefits of our chicken breast: We all know how important protein is for your pup. It’s Continue reading

Have you got questions about natural feeding? We’ve answered a few of our most asked questions about feeding fresh food to your dogs.

We do more than just complete and balanced fresh dog food! Find out more about the benefits of our new range of healthy dog treats.

What is premium kibble, and will it actually give your pup extra health benefits?

Sardines – they may be small, but they’re certainly mighty when it comes to adding a little extra boost (and flavour!) to your dog’s diet.

Bursting with nutrition and taste, our human-grade recipes have been lightly cooked to retain vital nutrients and help to maintain the gut health of your dog.

Find out how kelp – yes, the seaweed you find at the beach – can help your dog, and why it’s a beneficial ingredient in their diet

Careful not to confuse it with regular table salt, Celtic Sea Salt is unbleached, unrefined and filled with essential trace minerals that will help to optimise your dog’s health.

Slow growth feeding is important in growing puppies, so we’ve pulled together all the tips you need to help your pup grow up big and strong.

Small but mighty, hemp seeds are incredibly beneficial for your pupper and boast many powerful health benefits.

Find out what your dog’s microbiome is, how it can affect their overall health, and how diet can help keep their microbiome healthy.

Our in-house Integrative Vet, Dr. Matthew Muir answers all your questions about dogs with intolerances.

Not only is turmeric jam-packed with nutrients for your pup, it’s also thought to have powerful medicinal properties.

Read the research behind why we’ve added grain to two of our recipes: black barley in our Lamb bowl, and organic white quinoa in our Turkey bowl.

We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to refresh our recipes, and ensure your pup continues to receive healthy, tasty fresh pet food.

Good fats are an incredibly important macronutrient for your pupper.  But how much Omega 3 and 6 should be in your dog’s food?

Sweet and aromatic, basil is the quintessential Italian herb. But basil isn’t just full of flavour, it also provides many benefits for both us and our dogs.

Whether it’s rock hard, wet and runny, or soft and squishy, your pup’s poop game can tell you a lot about their overall health.

Beef liver is not only a great source of protein, it’s also one of the most nutrient-rich animal foods that you can feed your pup.

Beet pulp is a common additive to many dry dog foods, but it’s not actually great for your dog. Find out why, and what Lyka uses instead.

Hidden in dark green, crinkly kale leaves are important nutrients such as iron and antioxidants which help your dog stay healthy.

Many dry pet food companies add artificial palatants to their meals. What are palatants, and why doesn’t fresh dog food need them?

Lamb is a great protein source which your dog might not have tried. Aside from keeping mealtimes interesting, lamb contains essential vitamins and minerals for keeping your pup bright eyed and bushy tailed. If you suspect that your dog has allergies or intolerances to certain proteins, lamb can be a great novel protein choice to Continue reading

It’s hard to beat beets when it comes to nutrients. Within that rich dark flesh lies a whole lot of goodness that is waiting to be harnessed and added to our delicious meals. At Lyka we use beetroot powder, which is simply dehydrated beetroot. Don’t confuse this with beet pulp, the cheap by-product of sugar Continue reading

There are plenty of reasons spinach has such a healthy reputation. It’s one of the greatest greens that’s packed with nutrients for your dog.

During their puppy years, dogs experience rapid growth and development, so feeding your puppy nutritious food is key to set them up for a healthy life.

Not only are they yummy, but the humble egg is a nutritional powerhouse for your dog! Packed with protein and nutrients, give your dog an egg today.

Want to give your dog a sweet snack? Try blueberries! Not only are they delicious, they are packed with health benefits.

The medicinal properties of shiitake mushrooms have long been understood by East Asian cultures – and now we’re learning of the benefits they can make to our dogs’ health. So, what is it about shiitake mushrooms that makes them a nutritional powerhouse?

For those in the pack that are on the Lyka Half Bowl plan, it’s important to feed the right foods alongside Lyka to not take away from its benefits.

Cauliflower might look pale, but it packs a punch when it comes to nutrition! So what’s in the humble cauliflower that makes it so good for your dog?

It’s no secret that the way to your pupper’s heart is through their stomach. But the older they become, the harder it will be to burn off those yummy treats.

Need some inspiration to keep pupper cool this summer? Try making some of these homemade frozen treats!

To welcome the new decade, we travel back in time to explore ley research of the 2010s that taught us more about the optimal diet for dogs. 

With Christmas just around the corner, we look at the affects that some Christmas foods may have on pupper in developing pancreatitis.

Canine obesity is a very real problem among our furry family members, but can be prevented with the right ingredients and portion sizes for pupper.

As far as pupper’s health is concerned, purple sweet potatoes can be a better option to include in their diet than regular sweet potato.

Our goal is not just to meet nutritional requirements, but to craft optimal recipes for our Lyka puppers to live a long and healthy life.

This recipe is the first of its kind in Australia. It is crafted to rebuild your pupper’s gut balance, addressing the root cause of digestion issues and dietary sensitivities.

There’s been a lot of buzz around human-grade dog food lately. So, what is it about common dog food that gives us a need to label ourselves human-grade dog food?

Lamb is a unique protein that provides numerous nutritional benefits for puppers.

All of these tips are designed to build the right foundation of your dog’s diet by addressing your dog’s gut microbiome, the cornerstone to good digestion and health.

With the powerful New Year’s energy in the air, now is the perfect time to extend your resolution setting to your furry family member.

The whistle blower revealed it was common for objects, such as livestock ear tags and plastic gloves, to end up in your dog’s bowl.

The thought of organ meats is unappealing at best. However from a nutritional standpoint, organs are extremely beneficial for your pupper.

If balanced correctly, Essential Fatty Acids are one of the most important nutrients in your pupper’s diet.

Taking a transition in diet slowly is important to ensure a smooth transition. Upset bellies aren’t fun for anyone.

If you’re a typical Australian pet owner, you probably go to your local supermarket or pet store to pick up pupper’s food.  But have you ever thought about how your dog’s food got to that store?

Let’s look at the facts about feeding grains to your pupper.

Was there an extensive scientific study that proved dry food was the best type of food for dogs? Unfortunately, this was not the case.

Our top healthy treat ideas for your pupper, straight from your kitchen.

“Chicken”, “Chicken meal” and “Chicken by-products” are all the same thing right? Not exactly.

There are so many pet foods on the market, but which is best for your pet? Learn about the different pet food types and how they’re all processed.