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Ingredient Information: Wild Animals
Wild animals eat a wide range of plant and herb species which research confirms gives such product a superior nutritional profile. We source our wild game from professional hunters (usually ex D.O.C) from poison free estates. The main points of difference with Carnivoro are that we use fresh carcasses (shot within the last 2 weeks), we cold process them, and we only use professional hunters- not weekend warriors. Our guys GPS tag their kills and cross reference with detailed maps. There is a big difference between fresh product from professional hunters that is processed the right way and product that is not. We are confident that you and your fur babies will notice the difference. Why should you pay top dollars for product that is not fresh? The simpler and more direct the supply chain the better the product. Hunting and safe utilisation of this valuable albeit pest resource is not only beneficial to your pets, but it keeps the focus on alternative win: win methods of keeping New Zealand's image of clean and green at the forefront when considering the protection of our unique New Zealand eco-systems.
Whole European Rabbit
Species: Oryctolagus cuniculus.
Sourced from: East Coast North Island & Upper South Island (Motueka).
"Rabbit does not have as strong a flavour as possum, so is recommended for dogs and cats which are fussy eaters. Good choice for weight management- Good for female cats/dogs-especially those with low red blood cell counts."
The whole rabbit, excluding gut is used. Rabbit is a good source of Omega-3 (important for cognitive function, eye health, heart health & control of inflammation) and also Omega-6 fatty acids (stimulate skin and hair growth, maintain bone health, regulate metabolism, and maintain the reproductive system). The ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 is 1:4. Rabbit is very lean, and it is a good source of B vitamins (B-3, B-6, B-12). It is also a good source of the minerals Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium & Selenium.
Whole Brushtail Possum
Species: Trichosurus vulpecula.
Sourced from: Lower North Island and Upper South Island (Motueka).
"For dogs which do not like seafood/fish, or that have seafood sensitivities, possum is a good choice as it delivers the benefits of Omega 3 and is seafood free. This is an excellent food for puppies due to the Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acid content- fuel for muscle and brain growth."
The whole possum, excluding gut is used. Possum is a good source of Omega-3 (important for cognitive function, eye health, heart health & control of inflammation) and also Omega-6 fatty acids (stimulate skin and hair growth, maintain bone health, regulate metabolism, and maintain the reproductive system). The ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 is 1:1. This is perfect as this ratio allows for maximum metabolic efficiency. Possum is a great source of B vitamins, having a broad profile (B-2, B-3, B-5, B-6, B-12). It is also a good source of the minerals Iron and Zinc.
Whole Dama Wallaby
Species: Macropus eugenii.
Sourced from: Bay of Plenty, North Island.
"Wallaby is one of the leanest red meat proteins- an ideal choice for dogs & cats suffering from conditions requiring low fat diets (such as pancreatitis).
The low levels of fat that are present are unsaturated fats (the good kind!) Amongst the best zinc and iron levels of any meat. Excellent choice for dogs & cats that are overweight- especially due to the CLA content."
The whole wallaby, excluding gut is used. Dama Wallaby is a moderate source of Omega-3 (important for cognitive function, eye health, heart health & control of inflammation) and a good source of Omega-6 fatty acids (stimulate skin and hair growth, maintain bone health, regulate metabolism, and maintain the reproductive system). The key difference is that the Omega 6 content contains CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) which helps retain lean muscle mass and regulates insulin levels. Google it- it's an amazing compound.
Red Deer
Species: Cervus elaphus.
Sourced from: East Coast North Island.
"Venison is high in protein, but low in fat. It is nutrient dense & has a superior Omega 3 & Omega 6 Fatty Acid content than farmed meats. A favourite amongst cats, and dogs that enjoy the rich flavour of darker meat varieties."
We use the meat of the deer as well as the heart, liver, kidney (processed here onsite) and green tripe (the tripe comes in fresh from a human grade plant). Red Deer is a moderate source of Omega-3 (important for cognitive function, eye health, heart health & control of inflammation) and a good source of Omega-6 fatty acids (stimulate skin and hair growth, maintain bone health, regulate metabolism, and maintain the reproductive system). The ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 is 1:2. Red Deer is very lean, and it is a very good source of Vitamin B-12. It is also a good source of the minerals Iron, Phosphorus, Selenium and Zinc.
Goat
Species: Capra aegagrus hircus
Sourced from: East Coast North Island.
"Lower in calories, total fat, saturated fat and cholesterol than traditional meats, goat meat has higher levels of iron when compared to a similar serving size of beef, pork, lamb and chicken. Comparatively, goat meat also contains higher potassium content with lower sodium levels."
We use the heart, liver and kidney of the goat in our blends (processed here onsite). Goat Red is a moderate source of Omega-3 (important for cognitive function, eye health, heart health & control of inflammation) and a very good source of Omega-6 fatty acids (stimulate skin and hair growth, maintain bone health, regulate metabolism, and maintain the reproductive system). The ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 is 1:6.5. Goat is lean and it is a good source of B vitamins (B-1, B-2, B-3, B-12). It is also a good source of the minerals Iron, Phosphorus, Selenium and Zinc.
Ingredient Information: Farmed Animals
"We do use generic 'pet food' farmed product. Any farmed ingredient that we use is a product of the human grade supply chain. What does that mean? It means that although pet food grade product is cheaper it is pet food grade because it was not eligible for human grade processing as it likely contains antibiotic residue- i.e.: the animal was not fit for human grade processing and was processed for pet food whereby chilled processing is not compulsory. For many pets meat containing antibiotic residue is not an issue, but for others it can affect gut health and compromise metabolism. Our policy is that if it is not good enough for humans then why should you feed it to your pets. No shortcuts here. Simple."
Whole King Salmon (Freshwater)
Species: Oncorhynchus tshawytscha.
Sourced from: South Island
"Salmon is a great addition to your cat or dog's diet: It is a good source of peptides which support joint cartilage, insulin effectiveness and help control inflammatory digestive tract conditions. Additionally, it is a good source of collagen which supports healthy hair and skin, it also helps repair and rebuild connective tissue."
We use human grade, whole salmon, excluding gut. These fish are farmed- fresh water raised in the overflow from hydro electrical dams- lower in sodium than sea-raised counterpart. The fact that the water is flowing results in a fish that has a leaner and more muscular body mass than their sea-raised counterparts. Salmon has a high level of Omega-3 fatty acids. It is a good source of Vitamin B-6, Vitamin B-12 and of Vitamin D. It is also a good source of the minerals Calcium and Selenium.
N.Z Lamb Meat (Grass-fed)
Species: Ovis aries.
Sourced from: South Island.
"Lamb is packed with essential amino acids and is a good source of dietary fats, which help sustain energy. It is much leaner than non-pasture raised lamb. The red meat also offers up plenty of vitamins and minerals that support muscle development and encourage optimum skin and coat health in dogs & cats."
We use lamb meat sourced from human grade lamb. Lamb is a good source of Viatmin B-3 and Vitamin B-12. It is also a good source of the minerals Iron, Selenium and Zinc.
N.Z Free Range Chicken Meat
Species: Gallus gallus domesticus.
Sourced from: North Island.
"Chicken is considered a lean meat and it provides many benefits to dogs & cats. Dogs & cats need protein as a main energy source, and chicken provides that boost without a big calorie count. Poultry builds lean muscle mass and delivers Omega 6 fatty acids that help sustain healthy skin and shiny coats."
We use chicken meat processed here onsite from breeder birds and standard human grade birds. Chicken is a good source of Vitamin B-3 and Vitamin B-12. It is also a good source of the mineral Calcium.
N.Z Pekin Duck Portions
Species: Anas platyrhynchos
Sourced from: Waikato and Canterbury.
"Duck is rich in iron and it provides dogs & cats with a lean, easy-to-digest protein source. ... Some dogs & cats are allergic to chicken or beef in dog foods, so switching to a food with a more novel protein like duck may help alleviate gastrointestinal upset or skin irritation."
We use duck portions (bone in) processed here onsite from human grade Pekin duck. Pekin duck is a good source of Vitamin B-6 and Vitamin B-12. It is also a good source of the minerals Iron and Calcium, Phosphorus and Selenium. Pekin duck is a very good source of Omega-6.
N.Z Turkey Portions
Species: Meleagris gallopavo.
Sourced from: Canterbury.
"Turkey is full of good nutrients and is also highly digestible, so it can be used for pets with digestive issues. Turkey is low in calories and high in Selenium and Tryptophan both of which benefit the immune system."
We use turkey portions (bone in) processed here onsite from human grade turkey. Turkey is a good source of Vitamin B-3. It is also a good source of the minerals Calcium, Phosphorus, Selenium and Zinc.